Instruction/ maintenance manual of the product SD-V593SU Toshiba
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2 16 25 32 37 42 Introduction DIGITAL VIDEO 45 48 58 65 D VD VIDEO PLA YER & VIDEO C ASSETTE RECORDER SD-V593SU OWNER’S MANUAL ©2005 T oshiba Cor por ation This device does not tape-record cop y protected D VD Video Discs.
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.
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 Introduction IMPOR T ANT SAFEGU ARDS 13. LIGHTNING To protect your unit from a lightning storm, or when it is left unattended and unused f or long periods of time, unplug it from the wall outlet and disconnect the antenna or cab le system. This will prev ent damage to the unit due to lightning and power line surges.
5 Introduction 19. REPLA CEMENT 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.
6 Introduction Notes on handling When shipping the D VD/VCR, the original shipping car ton and pac king materials come in handy . For maximum protection, repack the unit as it was originally packed at the f actor y . Do not use volatile liquids , such as insect spra y , near the DVD/VCR.
7 Introduction SAFETY PRECAUTIONS ................................ 2 IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS .......................... 3 Power source ................................................... 5 Precautions .....................................................
8 Introduction Notes and Information 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.
9 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 playbac k. As such, the D VD/VCR ma y not respond to all operating commands.
10 Introduction DIGITAL VIDEO Pla y able discs This DVD/VCR can play the following discs. Because of problems and errors that can occur during the creation of D VD and Video CD software and/or the man.
11 Introduction Pla y able Media cards Notes on Media car ds • Ensure that you insert the Media card correctly into the media card slot. • Never remove the Media card or turn off the unit while using the Media card. Doing so may result in loss of data or dam- age to the Media card or the unit.
12 Introduction Front panel Rear panel ON/ST ANDBY button A UDIO (L/R)/VIDEO IN (LINE IN 2) jacks EJECT b utton Cassette loading slot Disc tra y Display windo w REC button CHANNEL / buttons OPEN/CLOSE.
13 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) .
14 Introduction Identification of controls (continued) Remote control MENU button Use the MENU button to displa y the menu included on many D VD video discs. T o operate a men u, follo w the instructions in “DVD Menu.” The instructions in this manual describe the functions on the remote control.
15 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 cov er .
16 Connections OUT (TV) IN (ANT) OUT (TV) IN (ANT) 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 D VD/VCR properly . • F or better quality recording, an indoor antenna or a telescopic antenna is not recommended.
17 Connections 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.
18 Connections Cable TV connections VHF/UHF IN (ANT) OUT (TV) IN (ANT) VHF/UHF IN (ANT) OUT (TV) IN (ANT) VHF/UHF IN (ANT) OUT (TV) IN (ANT) Many cable companies offer services per mitting reception of extr a channels including pa y or subscription channels.
19 Connections VHF/UHF IN (ANT) A B OUT (TV) IN (ANT) VHF/UHF IN (ANT) A B OUT (TV) IN (ANT) This D VD/VCR cannot receive scr ambled progr ams since it does not contain a descramb ler . In order to receive scram- bled programs, your existing descrambler must be used.
20 Connections To VIDEO OUT To ANALOG A UDIO OUT (red) (white) (yellow) Signal flow To w all outlet To video input (yellow) (red) (white) Audio/video cable (supplied) To audio inputs Notes: • Ref er to the owner’ s manual of the connected TV as well.
21 Connections Notes: • Ref er to the owner’ s manual of the connected equipment as well. • When you connect the D VD/VCR to other equipment, be sure to tur n off the power and unplug all of the equipment from the wall outlet before making any connections.
22 Connections About HDMI HDMI (High Definition Multimedia Interface) supports both video and audio on a single digital connection for use with DVD players, DTV , set-top box es, and other A V devices.
23 Connections Connecting to optional equipment Y ou can enjo y high quality dynamic sounds of D VD video discs or audio CDs by connecting the DVD/VCR to optional audio equipment.
24 Connections 75 Ω coaxial cable (not supplied) 75 Ω coaxial cable (not supplied) W arning When playing DTS-encoded discs (audio CDs), e xcessive noise ma y be output from the analog stereo jacks .
25 Basic setup Setting the video channel When a TV is connected with the 75 ohm coaxial cable only . To vie w pla yback of a recorded tape or D VD disc, or to watch a program selected b y the VCR's channel selector, the TV must be set to channel 3 or 4 (video channel).
26 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 .
27 Basic setup Connect the Antenna or Cable system. • If you use a cable box, turn it on. Clock setting The A UTO CLOCK function will automatically set the built-in cloc k (Month, Da y , Y ear and Time) when the D VD/VCR is connected to an Antenna or Cable system and it is turned off.
28 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 until the MENU screen is c leared.
29 Basic setup CANCEL Press VCR MENU. EXAMPLE: Setting the clock to “8:30 AM” March, 26 (SA T), 2005. 1 8 : 30 AM SAT Manual clock setting After setting the clock, date and time starts functioning automatically . 6 Note: After a power f ailure or disconnection of the power , the timer settings will be lost.
30 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 ne xt channel set into memor y , skipping over unwanted channels. Before selecting channels, they must be programmed into the D VD/VCR’s memory .
31 Basic setup Repeat the step 1 on page 30. 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 desired channels 2 1) Press Direct channel selection buttons (0–9) or SET +/– to select a channel number you want to add or delete.
32 Playback (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.
33 Playback (VCR) Cassette tape playback To pla y a prerecorded tape. Load a prerecorded tape (When loading a cassette tape without the erase pre vention tab , playbac k will star t automatically). Preparation: •T urn ON the TV and select the corresponding video input.
34 Playback (VCR) Special playback Picture search Reverse picture search function Press REV once or twice during playback. Forward picture search function Press FF once or twice during playback. To return to playback, press PLAY . Press PAUSE/STILL during playback.
35 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 “A UTO REPEA T”. 1 Press ENTER to select “ON” or “OFF”.
36 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 VISS + or – during stop or play mode.
37 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 .
38 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.
39 Recording (VCR) One-touch T imer Recording (O TR) The One-touch Timer Recording feature provides a simple and convenient way to make a timed recording.
40 Recording (VCR) T imer 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. Timer recor ding Notes: • Press CANCEL to move cursor backward for correction.
41 Recording (VCR) Setting procedure To set daily/weekly timer To confirm Timer program: At step 1 on the previous page select “TIMER REC SET” and press ENTER .
42 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.
43 Other functions (VCR) To A UDIO (L) OUT A UDIO/VIDEO cable (supplied) Playbac k VCR To VIDEO OUT T o AUDIO (R) OUT Recording VCR To A UDIO (L) IN To VIDEO IN To A UDIO (R) IN Duplicating a video tape If you connect the D VD/VCR to another VCR or Camcorder , you can duplicate a pre viously recorded tape.
44 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.
45 Basic playbac k (DVD) CA UTION Keep your fingers well clear of the disc tray as it is closing. Neglecting to do so may cause serious personal injur y .
46 To pause pla yback (still mode) Press PA USE/STILL during playbac k. To resume normal playbac k, press PLA Y . • The sound is muted during still mode.
47 Basic playbac k (DVD) Playing a disc (continued) Y ou can play discs at v ar ious speeds. Pla ying frame b y frame DVD VCD DVD VCD Pla ying in fast rever se or fast forwar d directions Press REV or FF during playback. REV : Fast reverse playback FF : Fast forward playback Each time you press REV or FF , the playback speed changes.
48 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.
49 Adv anced pla yback (D VD) 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.
50 Adv anced pla yback (D VD) Repeat playback 1 Press PLAYMODE during playback or stop mode. Repeat playback/A-B Repeat playbac k Press PLAYMODE again to make the screen disappear. 3 A-B Repeat pla ybac k 1 Press A-B RPT during playback. The start point is selected.
51 Adv anced pla yback (D VD) Program playback Press PLAYMODE during stop mode. 1 Press C C C C C / D D D D D / B B B B B / A A A A A to select “Program Playback” and press ENTER. The programs you selected will start to playback in the order. • In case of JPEG file, press SKIP to continue the program playback.
52 Adv anced pla yback (D VD) 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.
53 Adv anced pla yback (D VD) 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.
54 Adv anced pla yback (D VD) Subtitles/T o turn off the PBC SUBTITLE When playing back a disc recorded with subtitles, you can select the subtitle language or tur n the subtitle off . To turn off the subtitle, press SUBTITLE until “Off” appears. • The on screen display will disappear after a few seconds.
55 Adv anced pla yback (D VD) MP3/WMA/JPEG operation This player can play back the MP3/WMA/JPEG-data which has been recorded on CD-R, CD-RW or Media card. 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).
56 Adv anced pla yback (D VD) MP3/WMA/JPEG operation (continued) Press C C C C C / D D D D D / B B B B B / A A A A A or Number buttons (0–9) to se- lect the desired file. • In case the folder includes more than 15 files, press B B B B B or A A A A A to display next file list.
57 Adv anced pla yback (D VD) T OP MENU MENU ▲ / ▼ / / ENTER 0–9 The slide show enables you to view pictures (files) one after another automatically . Preparation: Set “JPEG Inter v al” setting to “5 Seconds”, “10 Seconds” or “15 Seconds” .
58 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. 5 Customizing the function settings You can change the default settings to customize performance to your preference.
59 Function setup (D VD) Section Option Menu Subtitle A udio E.B.L. TV Screen Display Picture Mode JPEG Interval Dialogue QSound Digital Out Password Parental Select Files HD Jpeg Output Details To select the language of “Menu”, “Subtitle” and “Audio” if more than one language are available on the disc.
60 Function setup (D VD) Customizing the function settings (continued) 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.
61 Function setup (D VD) JPEG Interval You can continuously play back all JPEG files automati- cally. 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.
62 Function setup (D VD) Customizing the function settings (continued) Password Parental Select Files HD Jpeg Off All Off Output Interlace /0 - 9/Enter/Clear/Setup/Return ---- 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.
63 Function setup (D VD) 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”.
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 .
65 Others Language code list Enter the appropriate code number for the initial settings “Menu”, “Subtitle” and/or “Audio” . Abkhazian 1112 Fiji 1620 Lingala 2224 Singhalese 2919 Af ar 1111.
66 Others Multi brand remote control The remote control can be compatible with various brands of TV/ Cable box/DSS ® satellite receiver by setting their control codes.
67 Others Ta b le of Cable bo x brand codes Setting Cable bo x/DSS ® satellite receiver contr ol codes Press CABLE BOX to set the remote control operating your Cable box/DSS ® satellite receiver.
68 Others Tr oubleshooting Bef ore calling a service technician, please chec k the following tab le for a possib le 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.
69 Others Specifications AC 120 V 60 Hz Operation: 20 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.
70 Others Limited warranty Limited United States Warranty DVD/VCR Combinations - Exchange Warranty Toshiba America Consumer Products, L.L.C. (“TACP”) makes the following limited warranties to original consumers in the United States.
71 Others 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 .
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