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Toshiba SD-K531 Owner's Manual

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DIGITAL VIDEO
DVD VIDEO PLAYER & VIDEO
CASSETTE RECORDER
SD-K531SUA
OWNER'S MANUAL
©2004 Toshiba Corporation
This device does not tape-record copy protected DVD Video Discs.
J2D81701A (E)COV.p65
1
Other functions
Basic playback
Function setup
8/7/04, 4:23 PM
Introduction
2
Connections
14
Basic setup
22
Playback
29
(VCR)
Recording
34
(VCR)
39
(VCR)
42
(DVD)
Advanced
45
playback
(DVD)
55
(DVD)
Others
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  • Page 1 DIGITAL VIDEO DVD VIDEO PLAYER & VIDEO CASSETTE RECORDER SD-K531SUA OWNER’S MANUAL ©2004 Toshiba Corporation This device does not tape-record copy protected DVD Video Discs. J2D81701A (E)COV.p65 Introduction Connections Basic setup Playback (VCR) Recording (VCR) Other functions (VCR) Basic playback...

  • Page 2: Digital Video

    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. WARNING: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE OR ELECTRIC SHOCK, do not expose this appliance to rain or moisture.
  • Page 3 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.
  • Page 4 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.

  • Page 5: Power Source

    IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS 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.

  • Page 6: Precautions

    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.

  • Page 7: 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 8: Playable Discs

    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.

  • Page 9: Table Of Contents

    Contents Introduction IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS ... 2 Power source ... 5 Precautions ... 6 Notes on discs ... 7 Contents..9 Identification of controls ... 10 Connections Antenna connections ... 14 Cable TV connections ... 16 Connecting to a TV ... 18 Connecting to optional equipment ...

  • Page 10: Identification Of Controls

    Introduction Identification of controls See the page in for details. Front panel Cassette loading slot EJECT button ON/STANDBY REC button button AUDIO (L/R)/VIDEO IN CHANNEL (LINE IN 2) jacks Rear panel DVD S-VIDEO DVD OPTICAL DIGITAL AUDIO OUT jack OUT jack (dust protection cap) AC power cord S-VIDEO/COMPONENT DVD COMPONENT...

  • Page 11: Display Window

    Display window Play indicator VCR indicator (VCR) Recording indicator (VCR) Track indicator (CD) Tape loaded indicator (VCR) VCR operation status Press CALL to display information on screen. To cancel the display, press CALL again. While watching TV DAY OF THE WEEK CLOCK 8 : 47 CH 125...

  • Page 12: Remote Control

    Introduction Identification of Controls (continued) The instructions in this manual describe the functions on the remote control. See the page in Remote control CALL button DISPLAY button VCR DVD selector button 22 Direct channel selection buttons Number buttons 45 INPUT SELECT button 40 PROGRESSIVE button 66 TV/VCR button 22 COUNTER RESET button...

  • Page 13: Inserting Batteries

    Inserting batteries Slide the battery compartment cover in the direction of the arrow. Battery precautions The precautions below should be followed when using batteries in this device: 1. Use only the size and type of batteries specified. 2. Be sure to follow the correct polarity when installing the batteries as indicated in the battery compartment. Re- versed batteries may cause damage to the device.

  • Page 14: Connections

    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.

  • Page 15: Dvd/Vcr To Tv Connection

    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.

  • Page 16: Cable Tv Connections

    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.
  • Page 17 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 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.

  • Page 18: Connecting To A Tv

    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 Connecting to a TV Signal flow To wall outlet Notes: •...

  • Page 19: Component Video Outputs

    S-video output An S-Video connection is superior to Video (Yellow) output. Use this method for DVD playback when the connected television has S- Video 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.

  • Page 20: Connecting To Optional Equipment

    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” 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.

  • Page 21: Connecting To An Amplifier Equipped With An Mpeg2 Audio Decoder

    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™...

  • Page 22: Basic Setup

    Basic setup 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).

  • Page 23: Setting The Language

    Setting the language You can choose from three different languages (English, French and Spanish) for the on-screen displays. Setting the language 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.) Press VCR MENU.

  • Page 24: Clock Setting

    Basic setup Clock setting 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.
  • Page 25 To set STANDARD 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: Press VCR MENU. TIMER REC SET AUTO REPEAT VCR MENU...

  • Page 26: Manual Clock Setting

    Basic setup Clock setting (continued) 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. Manual clock setting EXAMPLE: Setting the clock to “8:30 AM” September, 24 (FRI), 2004.

  • Page 27: Tuner Setting

    Tuner 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 to 113 Cable TV channels.

  • Page 28: Noise Elimination

    Basic setup Tuner setting (continued) To ADD/DELETE channels Repeat the step 1 on page 27. Then press SET + or – to select the “ADD/DELETE” and press ENTER. SET + CH – CH + ENTER SET – To Add or Delete desired channels Press Number buttons or SET + or –...

  • Page 29: Playback (Vcr)

    Playback (VCR) Loading and unloading a cassette tape Use only video cassette tapes marked Loading Push the center of the tape until it is automatically inserted. 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.

  • Page 30: Cassette Tape Playback

    Playback (VCR) Cassette tape playback To play a prerecorded tape. Playback 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 prerecorded tape (When loading a cassette tape without the erase prevention tab, playback will start automatically).

  • Page 31: Special Playback

    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. SPEED SEARCH TIMES PICTURE SEARCH SPEED TAPE SPEED PRESS ONCE SP (Standard Play) LP (Long Play)

  • Page 32: Convenience Function

    Playback (VCR) Convenience function Repeat playback The entire video tape will play until its end. The tape will automatically rewind to the beginning and the playback will be repeated. Press VCR MENU. Press SET + or – to select “AUTO REPEAT”.

  • Page 33: Video Index Search System

    Clock/counter display Press CLOCK/COUNTER. The clock and tape counter alternate with each other in the display window. COUNTER CLOCK/COUNTER CLOCK Press VCR DVD selector. The DVD mode and the VCR mode alternate with each other in the display. DVD mode VCR mode Notes: •...

  • Page 34: Recording (Vcr)

    Recording (VCR) Recording a TV program Recording and viewing the same TV program. 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.) Load a cassette tape with the erase prevention tab intact.

  • Page 35: To Stop Recording

    To stop recording Press STOP to stop recording. “ ” will appear on screen for about 4 seconds. STOP To stop recording temporarily Press PAUSE/STILL to avoid recording unwanted material. Press again to continue the recording. “ ” will appear on screen for about 4 seconds.

  • Page 36: One-Touch Timer Recording (Otr)

    Recording (VCR) One-touch Timer Recording (OTR) The One-touch Timer Recording feature provides a simple and convenient way to make a timed recording. 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.

  • Page 37: Timer Recording

    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. Timer recording Preparation: • Press VCR DVD selector to select the VCR mode. •...

  • Page 38: Setting Procedure

    Recording (VCR) Timer recording (continued) Setting procedure To set daily/weekly timer Weekly (e.g. WKL-TU: each Tuesday) or daily (e.g. MO- SA: 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.

  • Page 39: Other Functions (Vcr)

    Other functions (VCR) Stereo recording and playback / Second Audio Program (SAP) Stereo recording and playback The VHS Hi-Fi audio system permits high fidelity record- ing of MTS STEREO TV broadcasts. 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.

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