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Introduction
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Connections
DIGITAL VIDEO
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DVD VIDEO PLAYER & VIDEO
Basic setup
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CASSETTE RECORDER
Playback
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(VCR)
SD-V280
Recording (VCR)
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OWNER’S MANUAL
Other functions
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(VCR)
Basic playback
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(DVD)
Advanced
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playback
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Function setup
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(DVD)
Others
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79077192 ©2002 Toshiba Corporation
This device does not tape-recorded copy protected DVD Video Discs.
2A70901D (E)COV 1 1/6/2002, 22:56
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Introduction IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS The lightning flash with arrowhead symbol, within an equilateral triangle is intended to alert the user to the presence CAUTION RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK of uninsulated dangerous voltage within the product's DO NOT OPEN enclosure that may be of sufficient magnitude to constitute a risk of electric shock to persons. CAUTION: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT REMOVE COVER The exclamation point within an equilateral triangle is intended (OR BACK). NO USER-S
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Introduction IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS 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. Do not use liq
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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. POWER LINES An outside antenna system should not be located in the vicinity of overhead power lines or other electric light or power circuits, or where it can fall into such power line
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Introduction IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS / Power Source 25. 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. 26. DISC Do not use a cracked, deformed, or repaired disc. These discs are easily broken and may cause serious personal injury and product malfunction. 27. NOTE TO CATV SYSTEM INSTALLER This reminder is provided to call the CATV system installer’s attention to Article 820-40 of the NEC t
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Wait! Introduction Precautions Notes on handling Notes on moisture condensation When shipping the DVD/VCR, the original shipping Moisture condensation damages the DVD/VCR. carton and packing materials come in handy. For Please read the following carefully. maximum protection, repack the unit as it was Moisture condensation occurs, for example, when you originally packed at the factory. pour a cold drink into a glass on a warm day. Drops of Do not use volatile liquids, such as insect spray, near
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Introduction Notes on discs On handling discs Structure of disc contents 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 Title 2 Chapter 1 Chapter 2 Chapter 1 Chapter 2 Chapter 3 Playback side Do not attach paper or tape to discs. VIDEO CD/audio CD VIDEO CD/audio CD Track 1 Track 2 Track 3 Track 4 Track 5 On cleaning d
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Introduction Notes on discs (continued) About this owner’s manual Playable discs This owner’s manual explains the basic instructions of This DVD/VCR can play the following discs. this DVD/VCR. Some DVD video discs are produced in Disc Maximum a manner that allows specific or limited operation during Disc Mark Contents Size playback time playback. As such, the DVD/VCR may not respond to all operating commands. This is not a defect in the DVD/ Approx. 4 hours VCR. Refer to instruction notes of dis
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Introduction Contents Introduction Basic playback (DVD) IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS .......................... 2 Playing a disc ................................................. 42 Power source ...................................................5 Locationg a specific title, chapter, or track ..... 46 Precautions ......................................................6 Notes on discs..................................................7 Advanced playback (DVD) Contents. .....................................
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Introduction Identification of Controls See the page in for details. Front panel 42 OPEN/CLOSE button Input select button 40 VCR/DVD mode selector button 22 29 Cassette Loading Slot 42 DVD indicator 29 Disc tray 42 EJECT button 22 VCR indicator EJECT OPEN/CLOSE ON/STANDBY VIDEO L(MONO) - AUDIO - R CHANNEL INPUT SELECT VCR/DVD SELECT STOP PLAY /REW FWD/ REC VCR DVD LINE IN 2 REC button 34 11 Display window 30 STOP button FF (Fast Forward) 13 POWER Remote sensor button 22 30 button 30 PLAY button
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Introduction Display window VCR indicator (VCR) Tape loaded indicator (VCR) CATV channel indicator (VCR) Play indicator (DVD) Play indicator (VCR) C VCR SLP PM CH M S Multifunctional indicator Tape speed indicator (VCR) AM/PM indicator Timer Recording indicator (VCR) Recording indicator (VCR) VCR operation Status Press CALL to display information the screen. To cancel the display, press CALL again. While watching TV While operating a tape VCR Icons HI-FI STEREO Recording : DAY OF THE WEEK CLOCK
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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 Power ( ) button 22 DVD/VCR button 22 OPEN/CLOSE button 42 TAPE EJECT button 29 DISPLAY button 54 Direct channel CALL button 24 selection buttons 28 Number buttons 48 INPUT SELECT button 40 Channel / buttons 34 ENTER button 23 Direction buttons 48 ( / / / ) TRACKING +/- buttons 31 MENU button* SET +/- bu
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Introduction Inserting Batteries Open the battery compartment Install two "AAA" batteries Replace the compartment cover in the direction of the (supplied), paying attention to the cover. 1 2 3 arrow. polarity diagram in the battery compartment. 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 com
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Connections Antenna connections If you are using an antenna system, follow these instructions. If you are a cable (CATV) 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. Then connect the DVD/VCR to the TV. Below are 3 common methods of connecting an antenna system to a DVD/VCR. Find the type of antenna system you are u
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Connections 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. This DVD/VCR has a single 75 ohm output for connection to a TV. If your TV has separate VHF and UHF antenna inputs (numbers 2 and 3 below), use a splitter to connect the DVD/VCR to the TV for VHF and UHF reception. TV Note: If a VHF or U
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Connections CATV (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. DVD/VCR 1 TV IN (FROM ANT) V
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Connections IMPORTANT: Make sure the TV/CATV menu option is set to the "CATV" 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. There are many ways to connect your DVD/VCR to a cable system. Below are six commo
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Connections Connecting to a TV Connect the DVD/VCR to your TV. For details of output sound, see 52 . Notes: This method transports VHS and DVD-video signals. For enhanced DVD-video performance, we recommend you ® also connect the S-Video on ColorStream component video outputs to your TV/monitor. (see page 19.) Connecting to a TV Signal flow DVD OUT DVD, VCR OUT LINE IN1 UHF/VHF DIGITAL AUDIO ANALOG AUDIO S COMPONENT IN OPTICAL COAXIAL L Y VIDEO VIDEO (FROM ANT) R PB L L(MONO) AUDIO AUDIO OUT
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Connections Notes: VCR and DVD are output from the composite video output. The S-Video output and component video output transports the DVD-video signal exclusively and will deliver enhanced DVD video picture performance. Connecting to an audio system and TV equipped with S video input/component video inputs Signal flow DVD OUT DVD, VCR OUT LINE NI1 UHF/VHF DIGITAL AUDIO ANALOG AUDIO S COMPONENT OPTICAL COAXIAL IN Y VIDEO VIDEO L (FROM ANT) (white) R PB L L(MONO) To ANALOG AUDIO OUT AUDIO AUDIO
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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” 18 19 . : Front speaker : Center speaker For details of output sound, see 52 . : Rear speaker : Signal flow : Sub woofer Connecting to an amplifier equipped with a Dolby Digital decoder Dolby Digital Manufactured under license from Dolby Dolby Digital is the surround sound
