Toshiba SD-V395KC owner manual Cassette tape playback, Special playback

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Playback (VCR)

Cassette tape playback

To play a pre-recorded tape.

Playback

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 Load a pre-recorded tape

(When loading a cassette tape without the erase prevention tab, playback will start automatically).

2 To start playback Press PLAY.

Playback will start. “ ▶ ” will appear on the screen for about 4 seconds.

To stop playback

Press STOP once.

The tape will stop but remain fully loaded and ready to play.

“■” will appear on the screen for about 4 seconds.

Notes:

• This VCR selects the playback tape speed SP, LP or SLP automatically.

• The cassette tape and DVD disc can be played back simultaneously. If you press VCR DVD selector, the tape playback and DVD playback alternate with each other on the screen (via CH3, 4 or video connection).

Rewind or forward the tape

Stop the playback via STOP on remote control. To rewind the tape: Press REV.

To forward the tape: Press FWD.

To discontinue the tape-winding, press STOP. To switch to playback directly (without STOP), press PLAY.

■Forward/Reverse picture search mode When the tape is being winded, you can switch search mode (see below). To do this, press REV

and hold it down. The unit will resume the tape advance or rewinding as soon as the button is released. to pictureor FWD

Special playback

Picture search

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.

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SPEED SEARCH TIMES

TAPE SPEED

PICTURE SEARCH SPEED

PRESS ONCE

PRESS TWICE

 

SP (Standard Play)

3 X

5 X

LP (Long Play)

7 X

9 X

SLP (Super Long Play)

9 X

15 X

Still picture

Press PAUSE/STEP during playback.

To resume normal playback, press PLAY or PAUSE/STEP.

Slow motion

During playback, press SLOW.

To resume normal playback, press PLAY.

Slow tracking and vertical lock adjustment

If noise bars appear in the picture during slow motion, press SET +/– to reduce the noise bars.

If the still picture jitters excessively, press SET +/– to stabilize the still picture.

Frame by frame picture

Press PAUSE/STEP during playback.

Press SLOW repeatedly. The picture advances frame by frame.

To resume normal playback, press PLAY or PAUSE/STEP.

CM skip

Press CM SKIP during playback. The DVD/VCR will search forward through approximately 30 seconds of the tape (e.g. unwanted commercial time) for each press of CM SKIP (maximum six presses) and then resume normal playback.

For example : 1 press: 30 seconds of tape 2 press: 60 seconds of tape 3 press: 90 seconds of tape

Adjusting tracking condition

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.

Manual tracking adjustment

If automatic tracking cannot eliminate noises well during playback, press SET +/– to eliminate the noise. “MANUAL TR.” will appear on the screen. Press it once for a fine adjustment, or press and hold for a coarse adjustment.

Press ATR to reactivate automatic tracking again. “AUTO TR.” will appear on the screen.

Notes:

• The audio output is muted during PICTURE SEARCH, STILL PICTURE, SLOW MOTION and FRAME BY FRAME PICTURE.

• During picture search mode, there will be noise bars. This is not a defect.

• Playback will commence after approx. 5 minutes to protect the video tape against excessive wear during pause mode.

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Contents SD-V395KC Owner’s Record Mémo de l’utilisateurSafety Precautions Important Safeguards IntroductionGrounding Conductors Antenna Lead in WireGround Clamp Antenna Discharge Unit Electric Service EquipmentImportant Safeguards / Power source Power sourceMoisture condensation occurs during the following cases PrecautionsDo not use the DVD/VCR when moisture condensation may occur On handling discs On cleaning discsStructure of disc contents On storing discsDVD On Video CDsPlayable discs Contents Rear panel Identification of controlsFront panel Disc operation status Display windowVCR operation status VCRButton Remote controlsSkip Audio button Subtitle buttonOperation Remote control basicsInserting batteries Combination VHF/UHF Antenna with 75 ohm Coaxial Cable Antenna connectionsAntenna to DVD/VCR connection DVD/VCR75/300 ohm outputs DVD/VCR to TV connectionConnections Not suppliedCable TV connections Prevents Connect the DVD/VCR to your TV Connecting to a TVBasic connection OUTRed To Y PR/CR PB/CB Video OUTConnecting to optional audio equipment Connecting to an amplifier equipped with a DTS decoderVia the MPEG2 recording MPEG2 soundSetting the language Setting the video channelSetting the video channel EnterAuto Clock adjustment Clock settingAuto Clock setting To set Auto Clock to offSetting channels automatically Tuner settingManual clock setting To set Daylight Saving TimeLoading To ADD/DELETE channelsNoise elimination UnloadingCassette tape playback Special playbackConvenient function To stop recording Recording a TV programRecording a TV program To stop recording temporarilyOne-touch Timer Recording OTR One-touch Timer Recording OTRTimer recording Timer recordingStereo recording and playback To set daily/weekly timerTo confirm or cancel a program If the programs overlap anotherSecond Audio Program SAP Recording a DVD/CD discDuplicating a video tape Duplicating a video tapePlaying a disc Vcddvd Basic playbackAdvanced playback DVD A-B Repeat playback Vcddvd Marking desired scenesVcddvd Repeat playback VCD Program playbackDVD Changing angles VCD Random playbackDVD DVD menu Dvdvcd Changinglanguage soundtrackTo turn off the PBC see To turn on the PBCMP3/WMA/JPEG/DivX and Audio CD operation MP3/WMA/JPEG/DivX CD informationSelect Files CD Jpeg CD playbackAbout file browser Rotating an imageCD DivX CD playback CD Playing DivX VOD contentCD Slide show playback CD Repeat playback CDCD Program playback CD To resume normal playback Select Mode Off in stepCD Random playback CD Program ViewSetting details Customizing the function settingsSetting procedure Seconds Parental control settingOff PCMTemporary cancel the rating level by DVD disc Temporary cancel the rating DVD level by DVD discLanguage code list Others TroubleshootingVCR Channels SpecificationsCatv NtscRental Units Limited Canadian WarrantyLimited Warranty for Commercial Units Your ResponsibilityHow to Obtain Warranty Services Limited Canadian Warranty ContinnedArbitration and Dispute Resolution Critical ApplicationsMemo

SD-V395KC specifications

The Toshiba SD-V395KC is a versatile and compact DVD/VCR combination unit designed to cater to a variety of viewing preferences. This device brings together the functionalities of both a DVD player and a VCR, allowing users to enjoy their favorite movies and TV shows in different formats while maximizing space in their entertainment center.

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In terms of usability, the unit features a user-friendly remote control, which allows convenient navigation through DVDs, VHS tapes, and settings. This enhances the overall viewing experience as users can easily access their favorite features without hassle.

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