DVD VIDEO PLAYER & VIDEO CASSETTE RECORDER SD-V592SU SD-V596SU OWNER’S MANUAL Before connecting, operating or adjusting this product, please read this instruction booklet carefully and completely. ©2004 Toshiba Corporation This device does not tape-record copy protected DVD Video Discs.
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. This 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.
CAUTION: PLEASE READ AND OBSERVE ALL WARNINGS AND INSTRUCTIONS IN THIS OWNER’S MANUAL. AND THOSE MARKED ON THE PRODUCT. RETAIN THIS BOOKLET FOR FUTURE REFERENCE. This product has been designed and manufactured to assure personal safety. Improper use can result in electric shock or fire hazard. The safeguards incorporated in this product will protect you if you observe the following procedures for installation, use, and servicing. This product does not contain any parts that can be repaired by the user.
Table of Contents Introduction Safety Precautions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS . . . . . . . . . . 3 Table of Contents . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 Before Use . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-6 Playable Discs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5 Precautions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6 Notes on Discs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Before Use Playable Discs Title (DVD only) The main film content or accompanying feature content or music album. Each title is assigned a title reference number enabling you to locate it easily. Video CD (VCD) (8 cm / 12 cm disc) Audio CD (8 cm/12 cm disc) In addition, this unit can plays DVD -R, DVD +R, DVD RW, DVD +RW, SVCD, and CD-R / CD-RW that contains audio titles, MP3, WMA, and/or JPEG files.
Before Use (Continued) Precautions Handling the unit When shipping the unit The original shipping carton and packing materials come in handy. For maximum protection, re-pack the unit as it was originally packed at the factory. When setting the unit The picture and sound of a nearby TV or radio may be distorted during playback. In this case, position the unit away from the TV or radio, or turn off the unit after removing the disc.
Front Panel EJECT Ejects the tape in the VCR deck. ON/STANDBY Switches the DVD+VCR ON and OFF. x) STOP (x Stops playback of disc. INTRODUCTION LINE IN 2 (VIDEO IN/AUDIO IN (Left/Right)) Connect the audio/video output of an external source (Audio system, TV/Monitor, Another VCR). Disc Tray (DVD deck) Insert a disc here. Cassette Compartment (VCR deck) Insert a video cassette here. B) PLAY (B Starts playback of a disc in the DVD deck. OPEN/CLOSE Opens or closes the disc tray. SKIP (.
Display Window The DVD deck is selected. A disc is in the DVD deck. (Lights when a disc is in the DVD deck and Flashes when no disc.) Indicates when the Progressive scan is active. Indicates repeat mode. DVD+VCR is in timer recording or a timer recording is programmed.(VCR part only) A cassette is in the VCR deck. The VCR deck is selected. DVD [P] VCR REC PM TV Lights when TV mode is active (See page 22.) Indicates PM time. (AM is not displayed.) DVD+VCR is Recording.
Rear Panel INTRODUCTION VCR IN LINE 1 (VIDEO IN/AUDIO IN (Left/Right)) Connect the audio/video output of an external source (Audio system, TV/Monitor, Another VCR). DVD/VCR OUT (VIDEO/AUDIO (Left/Right)) Connect to a TV with video and audio inputs. COMPONENT/PROGRESSIVE SCAN VIDEO OUT (Y Pb Pr) (DVD OUT) Connect to a TV with Y Pb Pr inputs. AUDIO OUT (Left/Right) (DVD OUT) Connect to a TV, amplifier, receiver, or stereo system. AC Power Cord Plug into the power source.
Remote Control POWER EJECT, OPEN/CLOSE - Ejects the tape in the VCR deck. - Opens and closes the disc tray. Switches DVD+VCR ON and OFF. INPUT SELECT PROGRAM To select the VCR deck’s source (Tuner, LINE 1, or LINE 2). Accesses or removes Program menu. COUNTER RESET, CLEAR CLK/CNT, DISPLAY - Resets tape counter to M 0:00:00 - Removes a track number on the program menu or a mark on the MARKER SEARCH menu. Accesses On-Screen display.
Connections Depending on your TV and other equipment you wish to connect, there are various ways you could connect the DVD+VCR. Use connections described on pages 11-13. Please refer to the manuals of your TV, VCR, Stereo System or other devices as necessary to make the best connections. For better sound reproduction, connect the DVD+VCR’s DVD/VCR AUDIO OUT jack to the audio in jacks of your amplifier, receiver, stereo or audio/video equipment. See Optional, Preferred TV Connections on page 12-13.
Connections (Continued) Basic TV Connections Make one of the following connections, depending on the capabilities of your existing equipment. RF coaxial connection Connect the RF.OUT jack on the DVD+VCR to the antenna in jack on the TV using the 75-ohm Coaxial Cable supplied (R). Note: If you use this connection, tune the TV to the DVD+VCR’s RF output channel (CH 3 or 4). How to set the DVD+VCR’s RF output channel 1.
Optional, Preferred TV Connections About HDMI If you have a HDMI TV or monitor, you can connect it to this DVD+VCR using a HDMI cable. HDMI (High Definition Multimedia Interface) supports both video and audio on a single digital connection for use with DVD players, Set-Top boxes, and other AV devices. HDMI was developed to provide the technologies of HDCP (High Definition Contents Protection). HDCP is used to protect digital content transmitted and received.
Connections (Continued) Optional, Preferred TV Connections Rear of DVD+VCR Note: You can ONLY listen to DVD playback using COAXIAL (X), OPTICAL (O) and AUDIO OUT (A2) connections. The tuner and VCR will still be heard through the RF.OUT (R) or DVD/VCR AUDIO OUT (A1) jack. (See page 12.
Before Operation - VCR Part Select VCR as the viewing source by pressing DVD/VCR SELECT until the VCR indicator appears in the display window. Some of these functions will be displayed every time the VCR is operated.
Before Operation - VCR Part (Continued) Setting the VCR Setup Menu Channel Selection VCR MENU and the MAIN menu will 1 Press appear. Press v/V to select the SETUP menu, then 2 press ENTER. The SETUP menu will appear. This DVD+VCR is equipped with a frequency synthesized tuner capable of receiving up to 181 channels. These include VHF channels 2-13, UHF channels 14-69 and CATV channels 1-125.
Before Operation - VCR Part (Continued) The DVD+VCR gives you two ways to set the time and date: the Auto Clock Feature or manually. The Auto Clock Feature enables the DVD+VCR to set up the clock when the DVD+VCR is turned off. Things to know before starting The clock uses the 12-hour system. (Be sure to set AM and PM correctly.) The initial Clock Setting is JANUARY 1, 2004, 12:00 AM. Auto Clock Set The Auto Clock Set feature is set to ON at the factory.
Before Operation - DVD Part DVD On-Screen Display Select DVD as the viewing source by pressing DVD/VCR SELECT until the DVD indicator appears in the display window. You can display the general playback status on the TV screen. Some items can be changed using the menu. To use the on-screen display: 1 Press DISPLAY during playback. Press v / V to select an item. 2 The selected item is highlighted. Press b / B to change the setting. 3 You can also use the number buttons if appropriate (e.g.
Before Operation - DVD Part (Continued) By using the Setup menu, you can make various adjustments to items such as picture and sound. You can also set a language for the subtitles and the Setup menu, among other things. For details on each Setup menu item, see pages 19 to 22. LANGUAGE LANGUAGE Menu Language English Disc Audio Original Disc Subtitle Off Disc Menu Original To display and exit the Menu: Press SETUP to display the menu. A second press of SETUP will take you back to initial screen.
Before Operation - DVD Part (Continued) DISPLAY Dolby Digital / DTS / MPEG DVD DISPLAY TV Aspect 4 : 3 Display Mode Panscan Move TV Aspect Bitstream: Select “Bitstream” if you connect the DVD+VCR’s DIGITAL AUDIO OUT jack to an amplifier or other equipment with a Dolby Digital, DTS or MPEG decoder. Select DVD 4:3 : Select when a standard 4:3 TV is connected. 16:9 Wide: Select when a 16:9 wide TV is connected.
Before Operation - DVD Part (Continued) OTHERS DNR (Digital Noise Reduction) VCD2.0 VCD1.1 DVD You can reduce ambient noise in the picture. PREPARATION The PBC, Auto Play, B.L.E., Pluge and DNR settings can be changed. DNR1: Normal level OTHERS PBC On Auto Play Off B.L.E. On Pluge On DNR Off DNR2: Expanded level. Off: Off. Notes: • Actual picture enhancement may vary depending on the quality of the disc. Move PBC Select VCD Set Playback Control (PBC) to On or Off.
Before Operation - DVD Part (Continued) LOCK (Parental Control) LOCK Rating Unlock Password New Country Code GB 4. Press ENTER to confirm your rating selection, then press SETUP to exit the menu. 5. Press OPEN/CLOSE (0) to activate parental control. Password (Security Code) You can enter or change password. 1. Select “Password” on the LOCK menu then press B. Move Select 2. Press ENTER. Rating DVD Some movies contain scenes that may not be suitable for children to view.
Normal Playback Special Effect Playbacks Preparation: Special effects playback notes Turn on the TV. Tune the TV to the DVD+VCR output channel (CH 3 or 4) or set the TV’s source selector to VIDEO. If a direct VIDEO/AUDIO connection is made between the DVD+VCR and the TV, set the TV’s source selector to VIDEO. Set the Output Source to VCR as shown in Selecting the Viewing Source on page 6. 1 Insert a prerecorded video cassette. The indicator will light and the DVD+VCR will power-up automatically.
Operation with tape (Continued) VISS (VHS Index Search System) Normal Recording The VHS INDEX SEARCH SYSTEM enables you to locate the beginning of any recording made on this VCR. Whenever a recording begins, an invisible INDEX mark is recorded on the tape. Preparation: VISS Scan VISS SCAN lets you search out each VISS mark on the recorded tape and play 5 seconds before advancing to the next VISS mark. a cassette tape that has VISS signals 1 Insert marked.
Operation with tape (Continued) This DVD+VCR can be programmed to record up to 8 programs within a period of 1 year. For unattended recording, the timer needs to know the channels to be recorded and the starting and ending times. Things to know before starting If you try to set the program timer before setting the clock, PLEASE SET THE CLOCK appears for a moment and then CLOCK menu appears on the TV screen. Set the time and date before proceeding.
Operation with tape (Continued) Checking (Erasing) the Timer Program Programming can be checked whenever the DVD+VCR is turned on. 1 Press VCR MENU and the MAIN menu will appear. 2 Use v/V to choose the PROGRAM menu. Press ENTER and the PROGRAM menu will appear. the desired recording speed (SP or SLP) by 3 Set pressing SP/SLP. The tape speed will appear on the TV screen. 4 Press REC/OTR twice. The menu as illustrated, will appear on the TV screen. 5 Recording will start.
Dubbing and Editing Copying from DVD to VCR If you wish to edit or dub your camcorder (or another VCR) recordings to this DVD+VCR, the rear (or Front) panel mounted Audio and Video (A/V) input jacks make the connections quick and easy. These direct A/V jacks will also provide better picture results than using the RF jack on the rear panel. This unit allows you to copy the contents of a DVD to a VHS tape. Note: If the DVD you are attempting to copy is copy protected, you will not be able to copy the disc.
Operation with tape (Continued) VHS Hi-Fi Stereo System/ MTS Broadcast MTS (Multi-Channel TV Sound) This DVD+VCR is equipped with the VHS Hi-Fi audio sound system for recording and playback. The information below gives a brief description of Hi-Fi audio and how to record and play a tape in the Hi-Fi audio mode. This DVD+VCR will decode MTS stereo and bilingual (SAP) off-the-air broadcast sound signals.
Operation with tape (Continued) Real-Time Counter Shows length of tape run in hours, minutes, and seconds. Press CLK/CNT to select the real-time counter display. Every press of CLK/CNT changes the TV screen as illustrated below. 2:15 AM CLOCK 0:05:25 COUNTER REM 1:07 REMAINING TIME Counter changes to “0:00:00” when the cassette is ejected. The real-time counter does not operate if nothing is recorded on the tape. The real-time counter will not work unless a tape is inserted.
Operation with DVD and Video CD Playing a DVD and Video CD General Features Playback Setup Note: Unless stated otherwise, all operations described use the remote control. Some features may also be available on the Setup menu. DVD VCD2.0 VCD1.1 Turn on the TV and select the video input source connected to the DVD+VCR. Audio system: Turn on the audio system and select the input source connected to the DVD+VCR. Set the output source to DVD as shown in Selecting the Viewing Source on page 6.
Operation with DVD and Video CD (Continued) Slow Motion DVD VCD2.0 VCD1.1 1 Press SLOW T during playback or still mode. The player will enter SLOW mode. 2 Press SLOW T repeatedly to select the required speed : T 1/16, T 1/8, T 1/4 or T 1/2 (forward). 3 To exit slow motion mode, press PLAY N. Random Karaoke DVD VCD2.0 2 To return to normal playback, press RANDOM again until “NORMAL” appears on the TV screen. TiP : By pressing SKIP .
Operation with DVD and Video CD (Continued) General Features (continued) Special DVD Features Zoom Checking the contents of DVD Video discs: Menus DVD VCD2.0 VCD1.1 Use zoom to enlarge the video image. 1 Press ZOOM during playback or still playback to activate the Zoom function. The square frame appears briefly in the right bottom of the picture.
Playing an Audio CD or MP3/WMA Disc The DVD+VCR can play MP3/WMA formatted recordings on CD-ROM, CD-R, or CD-RW discs. Audio CD Once you insert an audio CD a menu appears on the TV screen. Press v / V to select a track then press PLAY (N) or ENTER and playback starts. AUDIO CD 1:01:47 1 / 12 List Program TRACK01 TRACK02 TRACK03 TRACK04 TRACK05 TRACK06 TRACK07 Clear All TRACK08 PROGRAM Edit MP3 / WMA 1. Press v / V to select a folder, and press ENTER to see the folder contents. 2.
Operation with Audio CD and MP3/WMA Disc (Continued) Pause CD MP3 Repeat A-B WMA 1 Press PAUSE/STEP X/C during playback. 2 To return to playback, press PLAY N or press PAUSE/STEP X/C again. CD To repeat a sequence. 1 During disc playback, press A-B RPT at your chosen starting point. The Repeat icon and “A * ” appears on the menu screen. Moving to another Track CD MP3 2 Press A-B RPT again at your chosen end point.
Operation with JPEG Disc Viewing a JPEG Disc Zoom Using this DVD+VCR you can view JPEG files. Use zoom to enlarge the photo image. (see page 32) 1. Insert a disc and close the tray. The PHOTO menu appears on the TV screen. To rotate picture PHOTO Preview List JPEG Folder 1 JPEG Folder 2 JPEG Folder 3 JPEG Press v / V during showing a picture to rotate the picture clockwise or counter clockwise.
Programmed Playback VCD2.0 CD Programmed Playback VCD1.1 MP3 WMA 6. To resume normal playback from programmed The program function enables you to store your favourite tracks from any disc in the player memory. A program can contain 30 tracks. playback, select a track of AUDIO CD (or MUSIC) list and then press PLAY (N). 1. Insert a disc. Audio CD or MP3/WMA Discs: AUDIO CD or MUSIC menu appears. Repeat Programmed Tracks 2. Press PROGRAM. 2. Press REPEAT to select a desired repeat mode. 1.
Playing a DVD VR format Disc One Touch Replay This unit will play DVD-R/RW discs recorded using the DVD-Video format that have been finalized using a DVD-recorder. Press INSTANT REPLAY during playback and the disc will reverse picture search through 10 seconds of playback. And then the playback will start from the point again. • This unit will play DVD-RW discs recorded using the Video Recording (VR) format. 1. Insert a disc and close the tray. The DVD-VR menu appears on the TV screen.
Controlling Your TV with the Supplied Remote The remote control can be compatible with various brands of TV/Cable box/DSS satellite receiver by setting their control codes. The TOSHIBA code has initially been set to control TOSHIBA TVs. Setting TV Control Codes DISPLAY INPUT SELECT 1. Press TV to set the remote control operating your TV. TV 2. While holding down PROGRAM button, enter the two digits of your TV’s brand code (listed on page 39) using number buttons. POWER 3. Release PROGRAM.
Controlling Your TV with the Supplied Remote (Continued) Brand name of your TV Brand Code Brand name of your TV Brand Code Toshiba 01 Runco (NEC) 14 Bell & Howell 09 Samsung 11,12 Carver 10 Sanyo 09 Celebrity 03 Scotch 11 Citizen 12 Scott 11 Curtis Mathes 09, 12 Sears 01, 02, 09, 10, 11 Dumont 14 Sharp 08, 13 Electro band 03 Sony 03 Emerson 09, 11 Soundesign 11 Fisher 09 GE 02, 07, 11 Gibraiter 14 Goldstar 11 Hallmark 11 Technics 07, 15 Hitachi 06 Techw
Controlling Your Cable Box/DSS® Satellite Receiver Setting Cable Box/DSS® Satellite Receiver Control Codes 1. Press CABLE BOX to set the remote control operating your Cable box/DSS® Satellite Receiver. 2. While holding down PROGRAM button, enter the two digits of your Cable box/DSS® Satellite Receiver Brand Code (listed on page 41) using number buttons. 3. Release PROGRAM.
Controlling Your Cable Box/DSS® Satellite Receiver (Continued) Brand name of your Cable box Brand Code Brand name of your Cable box Brand Code Toshiba 36 Stargate Anvision 13, 20, 21, 22, 23, 24, 25, 26, 58, 62, 84 4, 6, 30, 32, 42, 44, 52, 63, 78, 88 Sylvania 19 Archer 1, 20, 21, 29, 42, 44, 63, 88, 91 Teknika 74 Telecaption 77 13, 20, 21, 22, 23, 24, 25, 26, 58, 62, 84 Teleview 4, 6, 32, 42, 78 Texscan 18, 19 Tocom 1, 33, 34, 42, 48, 49, 73, 91 Cablestar Cableview 30, 42, 44, 52
Troubleshooting Check the following guide for the possible cause of a problem before contacting service. Symptom Cause Correction No power. The power cord is disconnected. Plug the power cord into the wall outlet securely. The power is on, but the DVD+VCR does not work. No disc is inserted. No tape is inserted. Insert a disc or tape. (Check that the disc or tape indicator in the display window is lit.) Abnormal or no picture. The TV is not set to receive DVD+VCR signal output.
Cause Correction The remote control is not pointed at the remote sensor of the DVD+VCR. Point the remote control at the remote sensor of the DVD+VCR. The remote control is too far from the DVD+VCR. Operate the remote control within 23 ft (7 m). There is an obstacle in the path of the remote control and the DVD+VCR. Remove the obstacle. The batteries in the remote control are exhausted. Replace the batteries with new ones. This remote control use the same buttons for VCR and DVD functions (ex.
Language Code List Enter the appropriate code number for the initial settings “Disc Audio”, “Disc Subtitle” and/or “Disc Menu” (See page 19).
Country/Area Code List Code AD AE AF AG AI AL AM AN AO AQ AR AS AT AU AW AZ BA BB BD BE BF BG BH BI BJ BM BN BO BR BS BT BV BW BY BZ CA CC CF CG CH CI CK CL CM CN CO CR CS CU CV CX CY CZ DE DJ DK DM DO DZ EC EE EG EH Country/Area Andorra United Arab Emirates Afghanistan Antigua and Barbuda Anguilla Albania Armenia Netherlands Antilles Angola Antarctica Argentina American Samoa Austria Australia Aruba Azerbaidjan Bosnia-Herzegovina Barbados Bangladesh Belgium Burkina Faso Bulgaria Bahrain Burundi Benin Berm
Specifications General Power requirements Power consumption Dimensions (approx.) Mass (approx.) Operating temperature Operating humidity Signal system AC 120V , 60 Hz 23W 430 X 78.5 X 275 mm (16.9 X 3.1 X 10.8 inches) (w x h x d) 8.8 lbs (4.0 kg) 5˚C to 40˚C (41˚F to 104˚F) 5 % to 90 % NTSC Inputs ANTENNA IN VHS VIDEO IN (LINE1, 2) VHS AUDIO IN (LINE1, 2) 75 ohms (VHF/UHF/CATV) 1 Vp-p 75 ohms, sync negative, RCA jack x 2 -6.
Limited United States Warranty DVD/VCR COMBINATION - 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.
How to Obtain Warranty Services If, after following all of the operating instructions in this manual and checking the section “Troubleshooting”, you find that service is needed: (1) For instructions on how to obtain warranty service for exchange program DVD/VCR COMBINATIONs, contact TACP’S toll free Call Center at 1-866-5837353.
P/NO: 3834RV0004N Printed in Indonesia
