Introduction IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS / Power source 13. LIGHTNING 19. REPLACEMENT PARTS To protect your unit from a lightning storm, or when it is left unattended and unused for long periods of time, When replacement parts are required, be sure the service technician uses replacement parts specified by unplug it from the wall outlet and disconnect the antenna or cable system.
DVD bearing the DVD logo and/or every Video CD bearing the CD logo. As one of the creators of DVD technology, Toshiba DVD players are manufactured using the highest standards of quality, and as a result, such incompatibilities are rare.
Introduction Identification of Controls (continued) The instructions in this manual describe the functions on the remote control. See the page in for details. Remote control Inserting batteries Open the battery compart- Install two “AAA” batteries (sup- Replace the compartment plied), paying attention to the ment cover in the direction of cover.
Connections Cable TV connections Many cable companies offer services permitting reception of extra channels including pay or subscription channels. This 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- DVD/VCR has an extended tuning range and can be tuned to most cable channels without using a cable company bled programs, your existing descrambler must be used.
Connections Warning When playing DTS-encoded discs (audio CDs), excessive noise may be output from the analog stereo jacks. To avoid Connecting to optional equipment 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.
Basic setup (VCR) POWER Clock setting VCR DVD VCR MENU 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 ENTER for a station in your area containing the necessary AUTO CLOCK setting To set STANDARD TIME...
Basic setup (VCR) Playback (VCR) Tuner setting (continued) Loading and unloading a cassette tape VCR MENU EJECT Use only video cassette tapes marked ENTER SET +/– Loading 0–9 Push the center of the tape until it is automatically Insert the cassette tape with its labeled side facing up and the erase prevention tab positioned at your left.
Playback (VCR) CLOCK/COUNTER Convenience function VCR DVD VCR MENU CLOCK/COUNTER SET +/– ENTER STOP PLAY STOP CALL INDEX – ZERO RETURN COUNTER RESET Repeat playback Zero return function Clock/counter display Video index search system The entire video tape will play until its end. The tape will This function rewinds the tape to the “00:00:00”...
Recording (VCR) VCR DVD One-touch Timer Recording (OTR) Timer recording VCR DVD EJECT VCR MENU CH +/– The One-touch Timer Recording feature provides a simple and Timer recording can be programmed on-screen with the remote control. SET +/– convenient way to make a timed recording. The built-in timer allows automatic unattended recording of up to 8 ENTER programs within 1 month.
Other functions (VCR) Duplicating a video tape Recording a DVD/CD disc VCR DVD VCR DVD INPUT SELECT If you connect the DVD/VCR to another VCR or Camcorder, you can duplicate You can record disc material in DVD, Audio CD, etc. onto a Video a previously recorded tape.
Basic playback (DVD) Advanced playback (DVD) Playing a disc (continued) Zooming/Locating desired scene ZOOM You can play discs at various speeds. SLOW C/D/B/A ENTER CLEAR PAUSE/STEP PLAY DISPLAY 0–9 SEARCH SKIP Playing in fast reverse or fast forward directions Zooming To resume normal playback This unit will allow you to zoom in on the frame image.
Advanced playback (DVD) Program playback/Random playback Changing angles/Title selection/DVD menu TOP MENU MENU C/D/B/A You can arrange the playback order of tracks or files on the disc. And C/D/B/A ENTER also the unit selects tracks or files at random and playback them. ENTER These feature works for Audio CD, Video CD and MP3/WMA/JPEG CLEAR...
Pre-recorded DVDs are automatically set to these standards. There are many different types of recordable disc formats 0–9 (including CD-R containing MP3/WMA files). Given the fact that technology in this area is still maturing, Toshiba cannot guarantee that all genre of recordable discs will produce optimal playback quality. The technical criteria set out in this owner’s manual are meant as a guide only.
Function setup (DVD) Customizing the function settings (continued) Setting details Section Option Details Page Menu English Menu To select the language of “Menu”, “Subtitle” and E.B.L Subtitle English Tv Screen Audio English Subtitle “Audio” if more than one language are available on Display Picture Mode Auto...
Function setup (DVD) Other Language code list OPEN/CLOSE Temporary disabling of rating level by DVD disc Enter the appropriate code number for the initial settings “Menu”, “Subtitle” and/or “Audio” Depending on the DVD disc, the disc may try to temporarily cancel the rating level that you have set.
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CAUTION THIS DIGITAL VIDEO PLAYER EMPLOYS A LASER SYSTEM. TO ENSURE PROPER USE OF THIS PRODUCT, PLEASE READ THIS SERVICE MANUAL CARE- FULLY AND RETAIN FOR FUTURE REFERENCE. SHOULD THE UNIT REQUIRE MAINTENANCE, CONTACT AN AUTHORIZED SERVICE LOCATION-SEE SERVICE PROCEDURE. USE OF CONTROLS, ADJUSTMENTS OR THE PERFORMANCE OF PROCEDURES OTHER THAN THOSE SPECIFIED HEREIN MAY RESULT IN HAZARDOUS RADIATION EXPOSURE.
IMPORTANT SERVICE SAFETY INFORMATION Safety precautions to be followed during servicing: Parts marked with an are critical parts for safety. Replace only with the one described in the parts list. Before returning the DVD product to the customer, make the appropriate leakage current check or resistance measurements to ensure that exposed parts are properly insulated from the supply circuit.
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IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS READ INSTRUCTIONS All the safety and operating instructions should be read before the unit is operated. RETAIN INSTRUCTIONS The safety and operating instructions should be retained for future reference. HEED WARNINGS All warnings on the unit and in the operating instructions should be adhered to. FOLLOW INSTRUCTIONS All operating and use instructions should be followed.
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IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS (CONTINUED) OUTDOOR ANTENNA GROUNDING If an outside antenna or cable system is connected to the unit, be sure the antenna or cable system is grounded so as to provide some protection against voltage surges and built-up static charges. Section 810 of the National Electrical Code, ANSI/NFPA 70, provides information with respect to proper grounding of the mast and supporting structure, grounding of the lead-in wire to an antenna discharge unit, size of grounding conductors, location of antenna discharge unit, connection to grounding electrodes, and requirements for the grounding electrode.
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IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS (CONTINUED) EXAMPLE OF ANTENNA GROUNDING AS PER THE NATIONAL ELECTRICAL CODE ANTENNA LEAD IN WIRE GROUND CLAMP ANTENNA DISCHARGE UNIT (NEC SECTION 810-20) ELECTRIC SERVICE EQUIPMENT GROUNDING CONDUCTORS (NEC SECTION 810-21) GROUND CLAMPS POWER SERVICE GROUNDING NEC-NATIONAL ELECTRICAL CODE ELECTRODE SYSTEM (NEC ART 250, PART H) S2898A...
WHEN REPLACING DVD DECK [ When removing the DVD Deck ] Before removing Pick Up PCB and DVD PCB connector, short circuit the position shown in Fig. 1 using a soldering iron. If you remove the DVD Deck with no soldering, the Laser may be damaged. [ When installing the DVD Deck ] Remove all the soldering on the short circuit position after the connection of Pick Up PCB and DVD PCB connector.
TAPE REMOVAL METHOD AT NO POWER SUPPLY Remove the Top Cabinet, Front Cabinet and DVD Block. (Refer to item 1 of the DISASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS.) Remove the screw 1 of the Deck Chassis and remove the Loading Motor. (Refer to Fig. 2) Rotate the Pinch Roller Cam in the direction of the arrow by hand to slacken the Video Tape.
PARENTAL CONTROL - RATING LEVEL 4 DIGIT PASSWORD CANCELLATION If the stored 4 digit password in the Rating Level menu needs to be cancelled, please follow the steps below. Turn Unit ON. Press and hold the '7' key on the remote control unit. Simultaneously press and hold the 'STOP' key on the front panel.
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TABLE OF CONTENTS • OWNER'S MANUAL CAUTION ............................ A1-1 PREPARATION OF SERVICING ....................A1-1 IMPORTANT SERVICE SAFETY INFORMATION ..............A1-2 IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS ..................... A1-3~A1-5 WHEN REPLACING DVD DECK ....................A1-6 TAPE REMOVAL METHOD AT NO POWER SUPPLY ............A1-7 DISC REMOVAL METHOD AT NO POWER SUPPLY ............. A1-7 PARENTAL CONTROL-RATING LEVEL ..................
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GENERAL SPECIFICATIONS Outline of the product DVD VIDEO PLAYER & VHS Player / Recorder DVD System Color System NTSC DVD, CD-DA, CD-R/RW, VIDEO CD, Disc SVCD, DVD-R/RW (VIDEO FORMAT ONLY) Disc Diameter 120 mm , 80 mm Drive DM3PA Search speed 4 steps Actual 2-120 times (DVD)
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GENERAL SPECIFICATIONS Regulation Safety UL/CSA Radiation FCC/IC Laser DHHS Temperature Operation 5oC - 40oC Storage -20oC - 60oC Operating Humidity Less than 80% RH Signal Video Signal Output Level 1 V p-p/75 ohm (DVD,VCR) S/N Ratio (Weighted) 65 dB(DVD) 50 dB(VCR) Horizontal Resolution 500 Lines (DVD) 230 Lines(VCR Mode)
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GENERAL SPECIFICATIONS G-10 On Screen Menu Display (DVD) Menu Type Icon Language Menu Subtitle Audio OSD Language (Set up Language) Video E.B.L. (Enhanced Black Level) TV Screen Size OSD Display On/Off Picture Mode(Video/File/Auto) JPEG Interval Audio DRC (Dynamic Range Control) Dialogue On:DRC(TV)/ Off:DRC(Std) dts Decode Surround (Qsound)
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GENERAL SPECIFICATIONS On Screen Menu Display(VCR) Menu Type Character Timer Rec Set Auto Repeat On/Off SAP On/Off CH Set-Up TV/CABLE Auto CH Memory Add/Delete System Set Up Clock Set Yes (Calendar 12H) Language No Noise Back Ground Auto Clock Standard Time Daylight Saving Time G-CODE(or SHOWVIEW or PLUSCODE)No.
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GENERAL SPECIFICATIONS G-14 Remote Unit RC-KU Control Glow in Dark Remocon Remocon Format TOSHIBA Format TOSHIBA Custom Code 45-BA Power Source Voltage(D.C) UM size x pcs UM-4 x 2 pcs Total Keys 46 Key Keys Power DISPLAY/CALL Input Select Input Select / PROGRESSIVE...
GENERAL SPECIFICATIONS G-15 Features Auto Power Off (DVD) Video CD Playback SVCD Playback Overlay Graphics And Text Command List Entry Point Jump MP3 Playback WMA Playback JPEG Playback Progressive Scan Out Digital Out Dolby Digital MPEG Down Mix Out (Dolby Digital) (DTS) Qsound Surround...
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Drop Test Surfaces Height (cm) 80 cm Container Stuffing 2,015 Sets/40' container G-21 Material Cabinet Front PS 94V2 or More / DECABROM Non-Halogen Demand Eyelet Demand G-22 Environment Environmental standard requirement (by buyer) Green procurement of TOSHIBA Pb-free Phase3(Phase3A) A3-7...
DISASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS 1-3: DVD DECK/DVD PCB (Refer to Fig. 1-3) 1. REMOVAL OF MECHANICAL PARTS AND P.C. BOARDS Short circuit the position shown in Fig. 1-3 using a soldering iron. If you remove the DVD Deck with no 1-1: TOP CABINET, FRONT CABINET, OPERATION 1/2 soldering, the Laser may be damaged.
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DISASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS 1-4: VCR DECK (Refer to Fig. 1-4) 1-5: VCR PCB (Refer to Fig. 1-5) Remove the screw 1. NOTE Remove the 5 screws 2. Do not remove the cable at the FE Head section. The FE Remove the 2 screws 3. Head may be damaged if you remove the cable by force.
DISASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS 2-3: LINK UNIT (Refer to Fig. 2-3) 2. REMOVAL OF VCR DECK PARTS Set the Link Unit to the Eject position. 2-1: TOP BRACKET (Refer to Fig. 2-1) Unlock the support 1. Extend the 2 supports 1. Remove the (A) side of the Link Unit first, then remove Slide the 2 supports 2 and remove the Top Bracket.
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DISASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS 2-5: LOADING MOTOR/WORM (Refer to Fig. 2-5-A) 2-6: TENSION ASS’Y (Refer to Fig. 2-6-B) Remove the screw 1. Turn the Pinch Roller Cam clockwise so that the Tension Remove the Loading Motor. Holder hook is set to the position of Fig. 2-6-A to move Remove the Worm.
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DISASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS NOTE [OK] Tension Connect Take care not to damage the gears of the S Reel and T Reel. Tension Band The Polyslider Washer may on the back of the reel. Take care not to damage the shaft. [NG] Tension Connect Tension Band Do not touch section “A”...
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DISASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS 2-9: CASSETTE OPENER/PINCH ROLLER BLOCK/P5 ARM ASS’Y (Refer to Fig. 2-9-A) Unlock the support 1 and remove the Cassette Opener. Remove the Pinch Roller Block and P5 Arm Ass’y. Cassette Opener Spring Position Fig. 2-10-B Pinch Roller Block 2-11: FE HEAD (RECORDER ONLY) (Refer to Fig.
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DISASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS 2-13: CAPSTAN DD UNIT (Refer to Fig. 2-13-A) 2-14: MAIN CAM/PINCH ROLLER CAM/JOINT GEAR (Refer to Fig. 2-14-A) Remove the Capstan Belt. Remove the 3 screws 1. Remove the E-Ring 1, then remove the Main Cam. Remove the E-Ring 2, then remove the Pinch Roller Remove the Capstan DD Unit.
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DISASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS NOTE 2-17: CASSETTE GUIDE POST/INCLINED BASE S/T UNIT/P4 CAP/LED REFLECTOR 1. When you install the Loading Arm S Unit, Loading Arm T (Refer to Fig. 2-17-A) Unit and Main Loading Gear, align each marker. (Refer to Fig. 2-15-B) Remove the P4 Cap.
DISASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS 3. REMOVAL OF DVD DECK PARTS 3-2: MAIN CHASSIS ASS'Y (Refer to Fig. 3-2-A) Remove the screw 1. NOTE Unlock the 2 supports 2. 1. Disassemble only the DVD DECK PARTS parts listed Remove the Insulator (R) from the Main Frame Ass'y. here.
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DISASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS 3-3: LOADING MOTOR PCB ASS'Y/ LOADING BELT 3-4: RACK LOADING/MAIN GEAR/PULLEY GEAR (Refer to Fig. 3-3-A) (Refer to Fig. 3-4-A) Press down the catcher 1 and slide the Rack Loading. Remove the Loading Belt. Remove the screw 1. Unlock the support 2 and remove the Pulley Gear.
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DISASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS NOTE 3-7: SWITCH PCB ASS'Y/MIDDLE GEAR/FEED MOTOR (Refer to Fig. 3-7-A) 1. In case of the Clamper Ass'y installation, install correctly Remove the screw 1. as Fig. 3-5-B. Remove the Switch PCB Ass'y. Unlock the support 2. Remove the Middle Gear. Remove the 2 screws 3.
DISASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS 3. When IC starts moving back and forth easily after 4. REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION OF FLAT desoldering completely, pickup the corner of the IC using PACKAGE IC a tweezers and remove the IC by moving with the IC REMOVAL desoldering machine.
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DISASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS INSTALLATION 4. When bridge-soldering between terminals and/or the soldering amount are not enough, resolder using a Thin- 1. Take care of the polarity of new IC and then install the tip Soldering Iron. (Refer to Fig. 4-8.) new IC fitting on the printed circuit pattern. Then solder each lead on the diagonal positions of IC temporarily.
KEY TO ABBREVIATIONS Audio/Control H.P.F High Pass Filter Automatic Color Control H.SW Head Switch Audio Erase Hertz Automatic Frequency Control Integrated Circuit Automatic Fine Tuning Intermediate Frequency AFT DET Automatic Fine Tuning Detect Indicator Automatic Gain Control Inverter Amplifier Killer Antenna Left A.PB...
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KEY TO ABBREVIATIONS Serial Strobe Switch SYNC Synchronization SYNC SEP Sync Separator, Separation Transistor TRAC Tracking TRICK PB Trick Playback Test Point UNREG Unregulated Volt Voltage Controlled Oscillator Video Intermediate Frequency Vertical Pulse, Voltage Display V.PB Video Playback Variable Resistor V.REC Video Recording Visual Search Fast Forward...
SERVICE MODE LIST This unit is rovided with the following SERVICE MODES so you can repair, examine and adjust easily. To enter to the SERVICE MODE function, press and hold both buttons simultaneously on the main unit or on the main unit and on the remote control for more than the standard time in the appropriate condition.
PREVENTIVE CHECKS AND SERVICE INTERVALS The following standard table depends on environmental conditions and usage. Parts replacing time does not mean the life span for individual parts. Also, long term storage or misuse may cause transformation and aging of rubber parts. The following list means standard hours, so the checking hours depends on the conditions.
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PREVENTIVE CHECKS AND SERVICE INTERVALS CLEANING NOTE 2. TAPE RUNNING SYSTEM After cleaning the heads with isopropyl alcohol, do not When cleaning the tape transport system, use the run a tape until the heads dry completely. If the heads gauze moistened with isopropyl alcohol. are not completely dry and alcohol gets on the tape, 3.
RE-WRITE FOR DVD FIRMWARE Turn on the power, and set the DVD mode. Confirm that the “No Disc” will be appeared on the screen. Open the DVD tray. Press both Channel button (6) on the remote control and the REC button on the set for more than 2 seconds. Press OPEN/CLOSE button on the unit to check if all the keys on the unit do not function.
WHEN REPLACING EEPROM (MEMORY) IC If a service repair is undertaken where it has been required to change the MEMORY IC, the following steps should be taken to ensure correct data settings while making reference to TABLE 1. NOTE: INI 45 and INI 46 cannot be set. Because, the total time for the PLAY/REC of the main unit is recorded. INIT +0 CC AB Table 1...
RF SIGNAL CHECK OF DVD PCB RF signal check can be done at the following A~D resistance points on the DVD PCB. DVD PCB (BOTTOM SIDE) R2359 R2356 Q2305 Q2303 Q2304 R2329 R2323 R2309 D4004 D4002 W836 R4016 R4042 DME031A D4003 R4036 W811...
MECHANICAL ADJUSTMENTS 1-2: CONFIRMATION AND ADJUSTMENT OF TENSION 1. CONFIRMATION AND ADJUSTMENT POST POSITION Read the following NOTES before starting work. Set to the PLAY mode. • Place an object which weighs between 450g~500g on the Adjust the adjusting section for the Tension Arm position Cassette Tape to keep it steady when you want to make so that the Tension Arm top is within the standard line of the tape run without the Cassette Holder.
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MECHANICAL ADJUSTMENTS 1-4: CONFIRMATION OF VSR TORQUE NOTE Install the Torque Gauge (JG002F) and Adapter (JG002B) If the torque is out of the range, replace the following parts. on the S Reel. Set to the Picture Search (Rewind) mode. Check item Replacement Part (Refer to Fig.1-4-B) Then, confirm that it indicates 120~180gf•cm.
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MECHANICAL ADJUSTMENTS 2-2: CONFIRMATION AND ADJUSTMENT OF AUDIO/ 2-3: TAPE RUNNING ADJUSTMENT CONTROL HEAD (X VALUE ADJUSTMENT) When the Tape Running Mechanism does not work well, Confirm and adjust the height of the Reel Disk. adjust the following items. (Refer to item 1-1) Confirm and adjust the position of the Tension Post.
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MECHANICAL ADJUSTMENTS 3. MECHANISM ADJUSTMENT PARTS LOCATION GUIDE 1. Tension Connect P4 Post 2. Tension Arm T Brake Spring 3. Guide Roller T Reel 4. Audio/Control Head S Reel 5. X value adjustment driver hole Adjusting section for the Tension Arm position D2-4...
ELECTRICAL ADJUSTMENTS Read and perform this adjustment when repairing the circuits or replacing electrical parts or PCB assemblies. 1. BASIC ADJUSTMENT CAUTION When you exchange IC and Transistor with a heat sink, apply silicon grease on the contact section of the heat sink.
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ELECTRICAL ADJUSTMENTS 2. ELECTRICAL ADJUSTMENT PARTS LOCATION GUIDE (WIRING CONNECTION) VCR PCB CP102 CD501 S502 AC IN S501 CP3001 CP8001 CP103 FE HEAD AC HEAD TP101 TP701 TP3002 CP501 TP3001 CP651 OS651 V651 OPERATION 2 PCB CP681 CD681 OPERATION 1 PCB CD501 CP601 DVD DECK...
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TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE WHEN INSERTING A CASSETTE, IT EJECTS IMMEDIATELY Defective CASSETTE Does another CASSETTE or cassette loading block. insert? Does SW3001 and Correct SW3001 REC LEVER and REC LEVER set. correctly set ? After inserting CASSETTE, is pin 35 Check SW3001. of IC3001 0V ? Check IC3001.
CHASSIS EXPLODED VIEW (TOP VIEW) CD1501 M2003 UN4001 H5002 H5001 CD1502 M101 NOTE: Applying positions AA for the grease are displayed for this section. CLASS MARK Check if the correct grease is applied for each position. GREASE J2-1...
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CHASSIS EXPLODED VIEW (BOTTOM VIEW) M2001 CD1501 CD1502 NOTE: Applying positions AA for the grease are displayed for this section. CLASS MARK Check if the correct grease is applied for each position. GREASE J2-2...
DVD DECK EXPLODED VIEW Cannot supply separately. If the repair is needed, replace the LOADER SUB ASS'Y. M2603 PCB610 CD2301 (LOADING MOTOR PCB ASS'Y) CD2302 PCB640 CD2001 (SW PCB ASS'Y) Do not replace the parts. Because, minute adjustments are needed if this condition is disassembled further more.