DVD VIDEO PLAYER & VIDEO CASSETTE RECORDER SD-V295KU OWNER’S MANUAL Introduction 2 Connections 14 Basic setup (VCR) 19 Playback (VCR) 21 Recording (VCR) 26 Other functions (VCR) 30 Basic playback (DVD) 32 Advanced playback (DVD) 35 Function setup (DVD) 48 Others 55 ©2007 Toshiba Corporation This device does not tape-record copy protected DVD Video Discs. 2K10101A.
Introduction SAFETY PRECAUTIONS 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. The lightning flash with arrowhead symbol, within an equilateral triangle is intended to alert the user to the presence of uninsulated dangerous voltage within the product’s enclosure that may be of sufficient magnitude to constitute a risk of electric shock to persons.
IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS Introduction 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. FOLLOW INSTRUCTIONS All operating and use instructions should be followed. 5. CLEANING Unplug this unit from the wall outlet before cleaning.
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. 14.
IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS / Power source Introduction 19. REPLACEMENT PARTS 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. 20.
Introduction Precautions Notes on handling When shipping the DVD/VCR, the original shipping carton and packing materials come in handy. For fully 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 prolonged period. They will leave marks on the finish. The top and rear panels of the DVD/VCR may become warm after a long period of use.
Notes on discs Do not touch the playback side of the disc. 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. DVD video disc DVD video disc Title 1 Chapter 1 Introduction Structure of disc contents On handling discs Title 2 Chapter 2 Chapter 1 Chapter 2 Chapter 3 Playback side Do not attach paper or tape to discs.
Introduction Notes on discs (Continued) About this owner’s manual This owner’s manual explains the basic instructions of this unit. Some DVD video discs are produced in a manner that allows specific or limited operation during playback. As such, the unit may not respond to all operating commands. This is not a defect in the unit. Refer to instruction notes of discs. The following symbol may appear on the TV screen during operation. It means that the operation is not permitted by the DVD/ VCR or the disc.
Contents Basic playback (DVD) SAFETY PRECAUTIONS ..................................2 IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS .............................3 Power source .....................................................5 Precautions ........................................................6 Notes on discs ...................................................7 Contents ............................................................9 Identification of controls ...................................10 Playing a disc ................
Introduction Identification of controls See the page in for details.
Display window Play indicator DVD disc inserted indicator Recording indicator (VCR) CD inserted indicator Introduction Still indicator Multifunctional indicator Track indicator (CD) Progressive indicator Tape loaded indicator (VCR) AM/PM indicator (AM is not displayed) Timer Recording indicator (VCR) VCR operation status Press CALL to display VCR operation status on the screen. To cancel the display, press CALL again.
Introduction Identification of controls (Continued) The instructions in this manual describe the function on the remote control. See the page in for details.
1 Open the battery compartment cover in the direction of the arrow. 2 Install two “AAA” batteries (supplied), paying attention to the polarity diagram in the battery compartment. 3 Introduction Inserting batteries Replace the compartment cover. Caution: Never throw batteries into a fire. Notes: • Be sure to use AAA size batteries. • Dispose of batteries in a designated disposal area. • Batteries should always be disposed of with the environment in mind.
Connections Connecting to a Cable or Satellite Box This DVD/VCR does not have a tuner. For recording TV programs, you need to connect to either Cable or Satellite Box.
Connecting to a TV Connect the DVD/VCR to your TV. Connections Note: This method transports VHS and DVD-video signals. For enhanced DVD-video performance, we recommend you to connect the S-video or ColorStream® component video outputs to your TV/monitor also.
Connections S-video output An S-Video connection is superior to Video (Yellow) output. Use this method for DVD playback when the connected television has SVideo 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. Connecting to these inputs allows you to view the highest quality pictures with less flicker.
Connecting to optional audio equipment You can enjoy high quality dynamic sounds of DVD video discs or • This selection uses the following reference mark. audio CDs by connecting the DVD/VCR to optional audio equipment. : Front speaker : Center speaker : Rear speaker : Signal flow Connection for video signal to your TV, see 15 16 .
Connections Connecting to optional audio equipment (Continued) Warning When playing DTS-encoded discs (DVD video discs and 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™ playback, an external 5.
Basic setup (VCR) POWER VCR DVD Setting the language VCR MENU You can choose from three different languages (English, French and Spanish) for the on-screen display. ENTER SET +/– Setting the language 1 4 Press VCR MENU repeatedly until the MENU screen is cleared. Basic setup (VCR) Preparation: • Press POWER to turn on the DVD/VCR. • Turn ON the TV and select to the corresponding video input. • Press VCR DVD selector to select the VCR mode. (The VCR mode indicator will light.) Press VCR MENU.
Basic setup (VCR) VCR DVD Clock setting/Noise elimination VCR MENU SET +/– ENTER CANCEL Clock setting Noise elimination You must set the date and time for timer recording. Preparation: • Turn ON the TV and select to the corresponding video input. • Press VCR DVD selector to select the VCR mode. (The VCR mode indicator will light.) Example: Setting the clock to “8:30 AM” March, 31 (SAT), 2007. 1 Press VCR MENU. 2 Press SET + or – to select “SYSTEM SETUP”, then press ENTER.
Playback (VCR) Loading and unloading a cassette tape Use only video cassette tapes marked EJECT . Loading Push the center of the tape until it is automatically inserted. Insert the cassette tape with its labeled side facing up and the erase prevention tab positioned at your left. An inverted cassette tape cannot be inserted. Erase prevention tab Playback (VCR) Automatic power ON When you insert a cassette tape, the unit power will turn ON automatically.
Playback (VCR) Cassette tape playback VCR DVD To play a pre-recorded tape. STOP PLAY FWD REV Playback Rewind or forward the tape Preparation: • Turn ON the TV and select the corresponding video input. • Press VCR DVD selector to select the VCR mode. (The VCR mode indicator will light). 1 Stop the playback via STOP on remote control. To rewind the tape: Press REV. Load a pre-recorded tape (When loading a cassette tape without the erase prevention tab, playback will start automatically).
CM SKIP SLOW SET +/– Special playback PAUSE/STEP PLAY FWD REV ATR Adjusting tracking condition Picture search Automatic tracking adjustment Whenever you insert a tape and start playback, the automatic tracking feature continuously analyzes the signal to enable optimum picture quality during playback. Reverse picture search function Press REV once or twice during playback. Forward picture search function Press FWD once or twice during playback. To resume normal playback, press PLAY.
Playback (VCR) CLOCK/COUNTER VCR MENU SET +/– Convenient function ENTER STOP PLAY CALL ZERO RETURN COUNTER RESET Repeat playback Zero return function The entire video tape will play until its end. The tape will automatically rewind to the beginning and the playback will be repeated. 1 Press VCR MENU. Press SET + or – to select “AUTO REPEAT”. MENU TIMER REC SET AUTO REPEAT ON SYSTEM SETUP 2 Press ENTER to select “ON” or “OFF”.
VCR DVD CLOCK/COUNTER STOP INDEX +/– Clock/counter display Press CLOCK/COUNTER. The clock and tape counter alternate with each other in the display window. COUNTER Press VCR DVD selector. The DVD mode and the VCR mode alternate with each other in the display. DVD mode VCR mode This function enables you to locate the beginning of any recording made on the VCR. Recording an INDEX mark The Index Search function automatically records an INDEX mark on the tape whenever a recording is initiated.
Recording (VCR) VCR DVD INPUT SELECT Recording a TV program STOP PAUSE/STEP REC/OTR SP/SLP To stop recording Recording a TV program Preparation: • Connect the AUDIO (L/R)/VIDEO IN jacks on the rear panel (LINE IN 1) to the AUDIO (L/R)/VIDEO OUT jacks of the Cable/Satellite box. 14 • Turn ON the TV and select to the corresponding video input. • Press VCR DVD selector to select the VCR mode. (The VCR mode indicator will light.) 1 2 Press STOP to stop recording.
VCR DVD INPUT SELECT One-touch Timer Recording (OTR) The One-touch Timer Recording feature provides a simple and convenient way to make a timed recording. STOP REC/OTR SP/SLP One-touch Timer Recording (OTR) Preparation: • Connect the AUDIO (L/R)/VIDEO IN jacks on the rear panel (LINE IN 1) to the AUDIO (L/R)/VIDEO OUT jacks of the Cable/Satellite box. 14 • Turn ON the TV and select to the corresponding video input. • Press VCR DVD selector to select the VCR mode. (The VCR mode indicator will light.
Recording (VCR) 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. VCR DVD EJECT VCR MENU SET +/– ENTER CANCEL TIMER REC Timer recording Preparation: • Connect the AUDIO (L/R)/VIDEO IN jacks on the rear panel (LINE IN 1) to the AUDIO (L/R)/VIDEO OUT jacks of the Cable/Satellite box. 14 • Press VCR DVD selector to select the VCR mode.
VCR DVD VCR MENU SET +/– ENTER CANCEL TIMER REC To set daily/weekly timer To confirm or cancel a program 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 page 28 . At step 3, press SET + or – repeatedly until the desired setting appears. Then press ENTER. 1 If the Timer has been activated, press TIMER REC to deactivate the Timer. The timer symbol ( ) will disappear. Then press VCR DVD selector to change to VCR mode.
Other functions (VCR) VCR DVD Audio output selection/ Recording a DVD/CD disc STOP PLAY SP/SLP REC/OTR AUDIO SELECT Audio output selection When playing a prerecorded VHS Hi-Fi stereo videotape, press AUDIO SELECT to select how the audio will be heard through the speakers. Normally set to the Hi-Fi stereo position, this button can be set to the MONO position if the stereo broadcast or videotape audio is of poor quality.
Duplicating a video tape VCR DVD INPUT SELECT 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 power. STOP SP/SLP REC/OTR Duplicating a video tape Preparation: • Turn ON the TV and select the corresponding video input. • Press VCR DVD selector to select the VCR mode. (The VCR mode indicator will light.) • Load a cassette tape with the erase prevention tab intact.
Basic playback (DVD) CAUTION Playing a disc This section shows you the basics on how to play a disc. Keep your fingers well clear of the disc tray as it is closing. Neglecting to do so may cause serious personal injury. ON/STANDBY VCR/DVD Display window DVD VCD CD STOP PLAY Disc tray OPEN/CLOSE Basic playback Preparations: • When you want to view a disc, turn on the TV and select the corresponding video input connected to the DVD/VCR.
VCR DVD POWER OPEN/CLOSE ■ To obtain a higher quality picture Occasionally, some picture noise not usually visible on the TV screen during a normal broadcast may appear while playing a DVD video disc. It is because due to high resolution pictures on these discs which include a lot of information. The amount of noise depends on the TV you use with this unit. You should generally reduce the sharpness adjustment on your TV when viewing DVD video discs.
Basic playback (DVD) Playing a disc (Continued) SLOW You can play discs at various speeds. PAUSE/STEP PLAY FWD REV SKIP / DVD VCD CD 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 REV or FWD, the playback speed changes. DVD VCD Each time you press PAUSE/STEP, the picture advances one frame.
Advanced playback (DVD) Zooming/Locating desired scene ZOOM ▲/▼/◀/▶ ENTER CLEAR DISPLAY 0–9 JUMP DVD VCD CD Zooming This unit will allow you to zoom in on the frame image. You can then make selections by switching the position of the frame. 1 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). 1 2 Press ▲/▼/◀/▶ to view a different part of the frame.
Advanced playback (DVD) 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. ENTER CLEAR MARKER DVD VCD 1 2 Marking the scenes DVD VCD 1 Press MARKER during playback. Marker1 Marker2 Marker3 Select the blank Marker using ▲ or ▼. Then press ENTER at the desired scene. 2 Returning to the scenes Press MARKER during playback or stop mode. Marker1 Marker2 Marker3 Press ▲ or ▼ to select the Marker 1-3.
Repeat playback/A-B Repeat playback SKIP / ENTER ▼ PLAY A-B RPT PLAY MODE DVD VCD 1 2 Repeat playback DVD VCD CD Press PLAY MODE during playback or stop mode. A-B Repeat playback A-B repeat playback allows you to repeat a section between two selected points. 1 Press A-B RPT during playback. The start point is selected. [DVD] Press ENTER repeatedly to select “Chapter” or “Title”.
Advanced playback (DVD) Program playback/Random playback ▲/▼/◀/▶ ENTER CLEAR PLAY You can arrange the playback order of tracks on the disc. And the unit can also select tracks at random and playback them. These feature works for Video CD. For Audio CD and MP3/WMA/JPEG/DivX® CD, please see “Random playback (CD)” 46 and “Program playback (CD)” 47 . PLAY MODE 0–9 Program playback 1 Play Mode Mode : Off Repeat : Off Program Playback 2 4 Press PLAY MODE during stop mode.
Changing angles/Title selection/DVD menu TOP MENU DVD MENU ▲/▼/◀/▶ ENTER PLAY ANGLE DVD Changing angles When playing back a disc recorded with multi-angle facility, you can change the angle that you are viewing the scene from. 1 Press ANGLE during playback. The current angle will appear. 2 Press ANGLE repeatedly until the desired angle is selected. 1/2 Note: Depending on the DVD, you may not be able to change the angles even if multi-angles are recorded on the DVD.
Advanced playback (DVD) Changing soundtrack language/ Setting surround sound ◀/▶ AUDIO DVD VCD Changing soundtrack language You can select the language when you play a multilingual disc. 1 Press AUDIO during playback. The current soundtrack language will appear. ■ In case of Video CD playback Audio type changes as follows each time you press AUDIO. LR L R 1/2 Eng Dolby Digital 2 Press AUDIO repeatedly until the desired language is selected.
Subtitles/To turn off the PBC ▲/▼ ENTER PLAY MODE SUBTITLE DVD Subtitles To turn off the PBC (see page 8) When playing back a disc recorded with subtitles, you can select the subtitle language or turn the subtitle off. 1 Press SUBTITLE repeatedly during playback until your desired language is selected. 1/5 Eng 2 1 2 Press PLAY MODE in the stop mode. Press ▲/▼ to select “Mode”, then press ENTER repeatedly until “Off” appear. Play Mode To turn off the subtitle, press SUBTITLE until “Off” appears.
Advanced playback (DVD) MP3/WMA/JPEG/DivX® and Audio CD operation This player can playback the MP3/WMA/JPEG/DivX®-data which has been recorded on CD-R or CD-RW. To produce the MP3/WMA/JPEG/DivX®-data, you need a Windows-PC with CD-RW drive and a MP3/WMA/JPEG/DivX®-encoding Software (not supplied). The Apple-HFS-System cannot be played. This player requires discs/recordings to meet certain technical standards in order to achieve optimal playback quality.
TOP MENU ▲/▼/◀/▶ ENTER RETURN PLAY STOP CD 1 2 3 MP3/WMA CD and Audio CD playback Place an Audio CD or a disc on which MP3 or WMA files have been recorded onto the disc tray. Folder-1 Folder-2 MP3-1 MP3-2 MP3-3 WMA-1 WMA-2 WMA-3 3/15 00:00:00 /Folder-1/WMA-11.WMA Select Files Repeat :Off Mode :Off File list JPEG Preview Press ▲/▼ to select the desired file.
Advanced playback (DVD) ZOOM TOP MENU DVD MENU ▲/▼/◀/▶ ENTER PLAY STOP SKIP PAUSE/STEP MP3/WMA/JPEG/DivX® and Audio CD operation (Continued) ANGLE CD 1 2 JPEG CD playback CD Place a disc on which JPEG files have been recorded onto the disc tray. 4 The slide show enables you to view pictures (files) one after another automatically. Preparation: A file browser screen will appear on the screen. Set “JPEG Interval” setting to “5 Seconds”, “10 Seconds” or “15 Seconds” 51 . /Picture-01.
▲/▼ ENTER PLAY STOP CD 1 2 DivX® CD playback Place a disc on which DivX® files have been recorded onto the disc tray. A file browser screen will appear on the screen. /Movie-01.DIVX Movie-01 Movie-02 Movie-03 Movie-04 Movie-05 Movie-06 Movie-07 Movie-08 3 5 Select Files Repeat :Off Mode :Off JPEG Preview Press ▲/▼ to select file. • When PLAY has been pressed after the file browser displayed, playback begins automatically starting from the first file.
Advanced playback (DVD) MP3/WMA/JPEG/DivX® and Audio CD operation (Continued) CD 1 Repeat playback (CD) In the file browser, press ◀/▶/▲/▼ to select “Repeat” in stop mode. Folder-1 Folder-2 MP3-1 2 3 CD Random playback (CD) In the file browser, press ◀/▶/▲/▼ to select “Mode” in stop mode. Folder-1 Folder-2 MP3-1 MP3-2 MP3-3 Select Files Repeat :Off Mode :Off MP3-2 MP3-3 Press ENTER repeatedly to select “Track” or “All”.
▲/▼/◀/▶ ENTER PLAY CD 1 Program playback (CD) In the file browser, press ◀/▶/▲/▼ to select “Edit Mode”, then press ENTER. Folder-1 Folder-2 MP3-1 MP3-2 MP3-3 Repeat :Off Mode :Off 4 MP3-1 MP3-2 MP3-3 WMA-3 Edit Mode Repeat :Off Mode :Off Edit Mode Press ◀/▶/▲/▼ to select “Add To Program”. Then press ENTER. All marked files are added into the program list.
Function setup (DVD) Customizing the function settings You can change the default settings to customize performance to your preference. DVD VCD CD 1 SETUP ▲/▼/◀/▶ ENTER RETURN Setting procedure Press SETUP in stop mode. The following on-screen display appears. Parental DRC E.B.L. Menu 5 • Repeat steps 3 and 5 to change other option. • To select another section, go back to step 2 by pressing ◀ repeatedly.
Setting details Section Option Details Menu Subtitle Audio To select the language of “Menu”, “Subtitle” and “Audio” if more than one language are available on the disc. Page 50 To select On or Off for E.B.L. (Enhanced Black Level). TV Screen To select a picture size according to the aspect ratio of your TV. Display To turn On or Off the operational status display on the screen. Picture Mode To select a preferred picture mode from “Video”, “Film” or “Auto”.
Function setup (DVD) Customizing the function settings (Continued) Setting details Parental DRC E.B.L. Menu Parental DRC Menu E.B.L.
■ Display ■ JPEG Interval On screen display can be switched on or off when you press any buttons. You can continuously playback all JPEG files automatically. After the selection below, the disc will start playback on JPEG files which have been recorded. Off: On screen displays do not appear when you press any buttons. On: On screen displays appear when you press any buttons (factory setting).
Function setup (DVD) Customizing the function settings (Continued) Setting details DRC Menu E.B.L. Parental : Off English Subtitle TV QSound Screen Set Password : English Off 4:3 QSound Subtitle TV Password Screen : English On 4:3 Change Output Out Audio Display Digital Parental Menu E.B.L.
■ Set the new password ■ DivX(R) VOD 1) Press ▲ or ▼ to select “Password”, then press ENTER. “Enter Current Password” screen will appear. 2) Press Number buttons (0–9) to input the current password (If the password has not been set yet after you purchase this unit, it is “0000”). 3) Then press ENTER. “Enter New Password” screen will appear. Press Number buttons (0–9) to input the new password. 4) Press ENTER. Now your new password has been set.
Function setup (DVD) Temporary cancel the rating level by DVD 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. OPEN/CLOSE ENTER RETURN PLAY 0–9 DVD 1 2 3 Temporary cancel the rating level by DVD disc Load a DVD disc and press PLAY or OPEN/ CLOSE on the unit 32 . Note: This temporary cancellation of rating level will be kept until the disc is ejected.
Others Language code list Enter the appropriate code number for the initial settings “Menu”, “Subtitle” and/or “Audio” 50 .
Others Troubleshooting Before calling a service technician, please check the following table for a possible cause of the symptoms and some solutions. Symptoms Solutions Page Make sure the power cord is plugged in. Try another AC outlet. Unplug unit, then plug it back in. Select the DVD or VCR mode before operating. Check the unit is connected correctly. Check the unit is connected correctly. Check the input selector of the amplifier is set properly. The unit is in the Special playback mode.
Specifications General Power supply AC 120 V 60 Hz Power consumption Operation: 17 W, Stand by: 2 W Weight 7.7 lbs (3.5 kg) Dimensions Width: 16-15/16 inches (430.6 mm) Height: 3-9/16 inches (89.7 mm) Depth: 9 inches (228.7 mm) Color system NTSC Video head 4 Rotary heads Audio track Hi-Fi sound - 2 Tracks / MONO sound - 1 Track Hi-Fi frequency response 20 Hz to 20 kHz Hi-Fi dynamic range More than 90 dB FF/REW time at 25˚C (77˚F) Approx.
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. THESE LIMITED WARRANTIES EXTEND TO THE ORIGINAL CONSUMER PURCHASER OR ANY PERSON RECEIVING THIS DVD/VCR COMBINATION AS A GIFT FROM THE ORIGINAL CONSUMER PURCHASER AND TO NO OTHER PURCHASER OR TRANSFEREE. PRODUCTS PURCHASED IN THE U.S.A. AND USED ANYWHERE OUTSIDE OF THE U.S.A.
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 instructions on how to obtain warranty service for exchange program DVD/VCR Combinations, contact TACP’s Call Center toll free at 1-866-5837353. THIS WARRANTY GIVES YOU SPECIFIC LEGAL RIGHTS AND YOU MAY ALSO HAVE OTHER RIGHTS WHICH MAY VARY FROM STATE TO STATE IN THE U.S.A. SOME STATES OF THE U.S.A.
ColorStream and ColorStream Pro are registered trademarks of Toshiba America Consumer Products, L.L.C. J2K10101A SH 07/01 N 2K10101A.