Toshiba SD-3980SC Owner's Manual

Toshiba SD-3980SC Owner's Manual

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DVD VIDEO PLAYER
SD-3980SU
SD-3980SC
OWNER'S MANUAL
© 2004 Toshiba Corporation
DIGITAL VIDEO
Introduction
2
Connections
16
Basic playback
24
Advanced playback
32
Function setup
50
Others
60

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  • Page 1 DVD VIDEO PLAYER SD-3980SU SD-3980SC OWNER’S MANUAL © 2004 Toshiba Corporation DIGITAL VIDEO Introduction Connections Basic playback Advanced playback Function setup Others...
  • Page 2: Introduction

    - Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help. Changes or modifications made to this equipment, not expressly approved by Toshiba, or parties authorized by Toshiba, could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment.
  • Page 3 The instructions shall state that an ALL-POLE MAINS SWITCH with a contact separation of at least 3 mm in each pole shall be incorporated in the electrical installation of the building. CAUTION: These servicing instructions are for use by qualified service personnel only. To reduce the risk of electric shock do not perform any servicing other than that contained in the operating instructions unless you are qualified to do so.
  • Page 4: Important Safety Instructions

    Introduction IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS CAUTION: PLEASE READ AND OBSERVE ALL WARNINGS AND INSTRUCTIONS GIVEN IN THIS OWNER’S MANUAL AND THOSE MARKED ON THE UNIT. RETAIN THIS BOOKLET FOR FUTURE REFERENCE. This set has been designed and manufactured to assure personal safety. Improper use can result in electric shock or fire hazard.
  • Page 5 7. Do not block any ventilation openings. Install in accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions. 8. Do not install near any heat sources such as radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other apparatus (including amplifiers) that produce heat. 9. Do not defeat the safety purpose of the polarized or grounding-type plug. A polarized plug has two blades with one wider than the other.
  • Page 6: Additional Safety Instructions

    Introduction IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS 13. Unplug this apparatus during lightning storms or when unused for long periods of time. 14. Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel. Servicing is required when the apparatus has been damaged in any way, such as power-supply cord or plug is damaged, liquid has been spilled or objects have fallen into the apparatus, the apparatus has been exposed to rain or moisture, does not operate normally, or has been dropped.
  • Page 7 18. Keep your fingers well clear of the disc tray as it is closing. Neglecting to do so may cause serious personal injury. 19. Do not place a heavy object on or step on the apparatus. The object may fall, causing serious personal injury and serious damage to the apparatus.
  • Page 8: Precautions

    Introduction Precautions Notes on handling When shipping the DVD video player, the original shipping carton and packing materials come in handy. For maximum protection, repack the unit as it was originally packed at the factory. Take care not to give it a shock or shake when carrying.
  • Page 9: Notes On Discs

    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.
  • Page 10: Playable Discs

    If you happen to experience any difficulty playing a DVD on a Toshiba DVD player, please feel free to call our Call Centre (see page Maximum playback time Approx.
  • Page 11: Table Of Contents

    Table of Contents Introduction SAFETY PRECAUTIONS ... 2 IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS ... 4 Precautions ... 8 Notes on Discs ... 9 Notes on region numbers ... 10 Table of Contents ... 11 Identification of Controls ... 12 Front panel ... 12 Rear panel ...
  • Page 12: Identification Of Controls

    Introduction Identification of Controls See the page in for details. Front panel Rear panel...
  • Page 13: Remote Control

    Identification of Controls (continued) The instructions in this manual describe the functions on the remote control. See the page in Remote control * MENU button Use the MENU button to display the menu included on many DVD video discs. To operate a menu, follow the instructions in “Locating a title using the top menu.”...
  • Page 14: Loading Batteries

    Introduction Loading batteries Open the cover. Insert batteries (AAA size). Make sure to match the + and – on the batteries to the marks inside the battery compartment. Caution • Never throw batteries into fire. Notes • Be sure to use AAA size batteries. •...
  • Page 15: Connections

    Connections Read this chapter first to make all necessary preparations. Connecting to a TV Connecting to an audio system and TV equipped with component video inputs Connecting to an amplifier equipped with a Dolby Digital decoder Connecting to an amplifier equipped with Dolby Surround Pro Logic Connecting to an amplifier...
  • Page 16: Connecting To A Tv

    Connections Connecting to a TV Connect the DVD video player to your TV. For details of output sound, see Connecting to a TV Notes • Refer to the owner’s manual of the connected TV as well. • When you connect the DVD video player to your TV, be sure to turn off the power and unplug both units from the wall outlet before making any connections.
  • Page 17: Connecting To An Audio System And Tv Equipped With Component Video Inputs

    ColorStream ® and ColorStream Pro ® are registered trademarks of Toshiba America Consumer Products, L.L.C. Progressive outputs (ColorStream Pro 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.
  • Page 18: Connecting To Optional Equipment

    Connections Connecting to Optional Equipment You can enjoy high quality dynamic sounds by connecting the DVD video player to optional audio equipment. • For connection to your TV, see “Connecting to a TV” • For details of output sound, see •...
  • Page 19: Connecting To An Amplifier Equipped With A Dolby Digital Decoder

    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 with this dynamic realistic sound by connecting the DVD video player to a 6 channel amplifier equipped with a Dolby Digital decoder or Dolby Digital processor.
  • Page 20: Connecting To An Amplifier Equipped With A Dts Decoder

    Connections Connecting to Optional Equipment (Continued) 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.
  • Page 21: Connecting To An Amplifier Equipped With A Digital Audio Input

    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).
  • Page 22: Playing A Disc

    Basic playback Begin your operation. Playing a Disc Variable Speed Playback Locating a Desired Section...
  • Page 23 Basic playback Playing a Disc This section shows you the basics on how to play a disc. Basic playback Preparations • When you want to view a disc, turn on the TV and select the video input connected to the DVD video player. •...
  • Page 24 2, 4 TOP MENU MENU ENTER STOP PLAY PAUSE To pause playback (still mode) Press PAUSE/STEP during playback. To resume normal playback, press the PLAY button. • The sound is muted during still mode. To stop playback Press STOP. To remove the disc Press OPEN/CLOSE.
  • Page 25: Variable Speed Playback

    Basic playback Variable Speed Playback You can play discs at various speeds, and resume playback from the location where you stopped playback. 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 the REV or FWD button, the playback speed...
  • Page 26: Playing In Slow-Motion

    Playing in slow-motion Press SLOW during playback. Each time you press the SLOW button, the slow-motion speed changes in the following sequence: Resuming playback from the same location Press STOP at the location where you want to interrupt playback. The DVD video player memorizes the location where playback is stopped.
  • Page 27: Locating A Desired Section

    Basic playback Locating a Desired Section 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. You can quickly locate any specific title, chapter, or track. DVD video disc Title 1 Chapter 1...
  • Page 28: Locating A Desired Section By Entering The Corresponding Number

    Locating a desired section by entering the corresponding number Press T. Press to highlight the Title/Chapter or Track. If you are using a VIDEO CD/audio CD, skip step 2. Then at step 3, enter the number for the track you want using the number buttons.
  • Page 29: Advanced Playback

    Advanced playback Customizing the performance of your DVD video player. Accessing a Specific Location Directly Repeating a Specific Segment Playing in a Varied Order Playing in a Favorite Order Zooming a Picture Selecting the Picture Enhancement (E.P.M.) Selecting the Sound Enhancement (E.A.M.) Selecting the Camera Angle Selecting Subtitles...
  • Page 30: Accessing A Specific Location Directly

    Advanced playback Accessing a Specific Location Directly The unit stores the points that you want to watch again up to 3 points. You can resume playback from each scene. Entering the time counter of the desired location Press T. Press button to highlight the time counter.
  • Page 31: Repeating A Specific Segment

    Repeating a Specific Segment You can specify a desired segment and repeat it. Repeating a specific segment Press A-B RPT at the beginning of the segment (point A) you want to play repeatedly. Press A-B RPT again at the end of the segment (point B).
  • Page 32: Playing In A Varied Order

    Advanced playback Playing in a Varied Order You can play titles, chapters within a title, or tracks in a varied order. Playing titles, chapters or tracks in a varied order Press PLAY MODE. Press button to select desired features and then press ENTER button to toggle desired mode.
  • Page 33: Playing In A Favorite Order

    Playing in a Favorite Order You can combine your favorite titles, chapters, or tracks and play them in the order you determine. You can program up to 12 selections into the memory. (Memory playback) Setting titles, chapters, or tracks in a favorite order Insert a disc and press MEMORY during stop.
  • Page 34: Zooming A Picture

    Advanced playback Zooming a Picture You can magnify areas within a picture. Zooming a picture Press ZOOM during normal, slow or still playback. The centre part of the image will be zoomed in. e.g. Each time you press the ZOOM button, the magnification level changes as follows: Press the ZOOM button to select the...
  • Page 35: Selecting The Picture Enhancement (E

    Selecting the Picture Enhancement (E.P.M.*) You can easily select a preferred picture enhancement. *E.P.M.: Enhanced Picture Mode Selecting the picture enhancement Press E.P.M. The picture enhancement menu appears. Select the picture enhancement by pressing / , then press your selections. Each time you press the enhancement changes.
  • Page 36: Selecting The Sound Enhancement (E.a.m.)

    Advanced playback Selecting the Sound Enhancement (E.A.M.*) You can easily switch a preferred audio enhancement. *E.A.M.: Enhanced Audio Mode Selecting the sound enhancement Press E.A.M. The sound enhancement will appear: 3D On Press the E.A.M. button again, the sound enhancement change to OFF. 3D*: To obtain expansive virtual surround sound effects from two speakers.
  • Page 37: Selecting The Camera Angle

    Selecting the Camera Angle If the scene was recorded from multiple angles, you can easily change the camera angle of the scene you are watching. Changing the camera angle Press ANGLE while playing a scene recorded with multiple angles. While playing a scene recorded with multiple angles, press the ANGLE button.
  • Page 38: Selecting Subtitles

    Advanced playback Selecting Subtitles You can display subtitles on the TV screen and select a subtitle language from those included on the DVD video disc. Selecting a subtitle language Press SUBTITLE during playback. The current subtitle setting is displayed. e.g. Press SUBTITLE while the subtitle setting is displayed on the TV screen.
  • Page 39: Selecting A Language

    Selecting a Language You can select a preferred language and sound recording system from those included on the DVD video disc. Selecting a playback audio setting Press AUDIO during playback. The current audio setting is displayed. e.g. Recorded audio format number changes sequentially.
  • Page 40: On-Screen Display Operation

    Advanced playback On-screen Display Operation When you turn on the on-screen display, you can view information on operational status and access features and settings. On-screen display operation Press NAVI. The following display appears. See the pages in e.g. When playing a DVD video disc 1/3 1/16 00:02:30 Title number Chapter number...
  • Page 41 On-screen Display Operation (Continued) On-screen display operation Viewing the operational status 1 Press DISPLAY. The following display appears. Title number Subtitle Setting Bitrate 2 To turn off the display, press DISPLAY again. Bit rate (Mbit/s) Amount of picture, sound and subtitle data in the DVD video disc transferred per second.
  • Page 42: Playing Mp3/Wma Files

    Advanced playback Playing MP3/WMA Files You can play MP3/WMA files that have been recorded on a CD-R or CD-ROM on the DVD video player. Playing MP3/WMA files Preparations • Make sure that a disc you want to play is compatible with this DVD video player. Place a CD that contains MP3/WMA files on the disc tray.
  • Page 43 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.
  • Page 44: Viewing Jpeg Files

    Advanced playback Viewing JPEG Files You can play JPEG files that have been recorded on a CD-R or CD-ROM on the DVD video player. You can select a preferred view: a page of 9 thumbnail images or a single image view. Also, rotating, enlarging and shifting of each image can be possible.
  • Page 45: Viewing A Thumbnail View

    Viewing a thumbnail view Press TOP MENU in full-screen review. To view the previous 9 images. succeeding 9 images. Press the an image, press PLAY to view one image in full-screen and automatically images will be displayed one by one again in a few seconds.
  • Page 46 Advanced playback JPEG files compatibility Discs whose compatibility with this DVD video player has been confirmed by TOSHIBA are as follows. Many of these discs, when loaded, will make the DVD video player enter the automatic mode to play a prescribed folder in the disc.
  • Page 47: Function Setup

    Function setup You can change the default settings to customize performance to your preference. Customizing the Function Settings Table of Languages...
  • Page 48: Customizing The Function Settings

    Function setup Customizing the Function Settings You can change the default settings to customize performance to your preference. Setting procedure Press SETUP during stop. The following on-screen display appears. Press to select an option for the setting you want to change, then press ENTER.
  • Page 49 Setting Language OSD Menu Subtitle Audio DVD Menu Video TV Shape Video Output Audio Digital Output Rating Password Parental Default Details To select a preferred language for on-screen display. To select a preferred language for subtitles. To select a preferred language for the sound track.
  • Page 50: Setting Details

    Function setup Customizing the Function Settings (continued) Setting details Language OSD Menu English: To view on-screen displays in english. Deutsch: To view on-screen displays in german. Français: To view on-screen displays in french. Español: To view on-screen displays in spanish. Italiano: To view on-screen displays in italian.
  • Page 51 Audio English: To play sound tracks in english. Deutsch: To play sound tracks in german. Français: To play sound tracks in french. Español: To play sound tracks in spanish. Italiano: To play sound tracks in italian. 1) Press ENTER. 2) Press to select the Audio.
  • Page 52: Video Output

    Function setup Customizing the Function Settings (continued) Setting details Video TV Shape 1) Press to select the Video. 2) Press ENTER. 3) Press ENTER button, then press the shift and change the TV type 4) Press ENTER. 5) Press RETURN. 4:3 Pan Scan: Select when a standard 4:3 TV is connected.
  • Page 53: Digital Output

    Audio Digital Output Selected the output sound format corresponding to your system connection. 1) Press to select Audio. 2) Press ENTER. 3) Press ENTER button, then press and change the output sound format. 4) Press ENTER. 5) Press RETURN. PCM: Select when connected to a 2 channel digital stereo amplifier.
  • Page 54 Function setup Customizing the Function Settings (continued) Setting details (continued) The parental lock level is equivalent to the following ratings: Level 1: Kid Safe Level 2: G Level 3: PG Level 4: PG-13 Level 5: PG-R Level 6: R Level 7: NC-17 Level 8: Adult Indicates Parental lock is not active.
  • Page 55: Table Of Languages

    Table of Languages Table of languages and their abbreviations Abbreviation Language – – – No alternate language CHI (ZH) Chinese DUT (NL) Dutch ENG (EN) English FRE (FR) French GER (DE) German ITA (IT) Italian JPN (JA) Japanese KOR (KO) Korean MAY (MS) Malay...
  • Page 56: Others

    Others Before Calling Service Personnel Specifications United States Warranty Canadian Warranty...
  • Page 57 Others Before Calling Service Personnel Check the following guide for the possible cause of a problem before contacting service. Symptoms and correction Symptom Cause No power. • The power plug is disconnected. The DVD video player turned off • The automatic power off function turned the by itself.
  • Page 58 Specifications DVD video player / outputs / supplied accessories DVD Video Player Power supply Power consumption Mass External dimensions Signal system Laser Frequency range Signal-to-noise ratio Audio dynamic range Harmonic distortion Wow and flutter Operating conditions Outputs Video output S video output Component video output Audio output (COAXIAL DIGITAL) Audio output (ANALOG)
  • Page 59 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.
  • Page 60 DVD Player to and from the Authorized TACP Service Station. For additional information, visit TACP’s website: www.tacp.toshiba.com ALL WARRANTIES IMPLIED BY THE LAW OF ANY STATE OF THE U.S.A., INCLUDING THE IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS...
  • Page 61: Canadian Warranty

    TYPE OF SET WARRANTY PERIOD Toshiba of Canada Limited (TCL) makes the following limited warranties to original consumers in Canada. Please retain your “Bill of Sale” as proof of purchase. To obtain a “Canadian Warranty” please register online at www.toshiba.ca.

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