Toshiba SD-V395KC owner manual Playing a disc, Vcddvd Basic playback

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• With the playback side down
• There are two different disc sizes. Place the disc in the correct guide on the disc tray. If the disc is out of the guide, it may damage the disc and cause the DVD/VCR to malfunction.
• Do not place a disc which is unplayable in this DVD/VCR.
• The disc tray opens.
• The DVD indicator will light.
• The DVD/VCR turns on.

Playback (DVD)

Playing a disc

This section shows you the basics on how to play a disc.

CAUTION

Keep your fingers well clear of the disc tray as it is closing. Neglecting to do so may cause serious personal injury.

■ About DVD VCD

CD

The

DVD VCD CD

icons on the heading bar show the

playable discs for the function described under that

heading.

 

DVD

: You can use this function with DVD video discs.

VCD

: You can use this function with Video CDs.

CD

: You can use this function with Audio CDs and

 

CD-R/RW CDs.

VCDDVD 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. This may include S-video or component video inputs which are exclusive to DVD playback.

• When you want to enjoy the sound of discs from the audio system, turn on the audio system and select the input connected to the DVD/VCR.

1 Press ON/STANDBY.

2 Press VCR/DVD to select the DVD mode.

3 Press OPEN/CLOSE.

4 Place a disc on the disc tray.

5 Press OPEN/CLOSE or PLAY on the unit.

The disc tray closes automatically.

On the TV-screen,” changes to “Reading” and then playback commences.

A menu screen will appear on the TV screen if the disc has a menu feature.

Press ///to select title, then press ENTER. Title is selected and play commences.

To start playback in the stop mode, press PLAY. 6 Press STOP to end playback.

The unit records the stopped point, depending on the disc. “ ” appears on the screen. Press PLAY to resume playback (from the scene point).

If you press STOP again (“ ” appears on the screen.), the unit will clear the stopped point.

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To pause playback (still mode) Press PAUSE/STEP during playback.

To resume normal playback, press PLAY.

The sound is muted during still mode.

To remove the disc Press OPEN/CLOSE.

Remove the disc after the disc tray opens completely.

Be sure to press OPEN/CLOSE to close the disc tray after you remove the disc.

Playing a Disc while the VCR section is recording or standing by for timer recording

1)Start to record.

Follow steps 1~5 on page 28 .

If the DVD/VCR is standing by for recording, turn on the DVD/VCR.

2)Press VCR DVD selector to select DVD mode.

3)Play a disc.

Follow steps 3 ~ 5 on the left.

Press PLAY if the DVD/VCR does not start to play a disc automatically.

4)Stop playback.

Press STOP to stop playing a disc.

Screen saver function

The screen saver operates when you leave the unit in DVD stop mode for approx. five minutes.

The DVD VIDEO logo moves randomly on the screen. Please press any button when you want to return to an usual screen.

To turn on or off the screen saver, see page 42 .

Notes:

 

If the unit does not operate property: Static electricity, etc., may

 

affect the player’s operation. Disconnect the AC power cord

once, then connect it again.

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 disc you use with this unit.You should

 

generally reduce the sharpness adjustment on your TV when

viewing DVD video discs.

If a non-compatible disc is loaded, “Incorrect Disc”, “Region

 

Code Error” or “Parental Error” will appear on the TV screen

 

according to the type of loaded disc. In this case, check your

disc again 8

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Some discs may take a minute or so to start playback.

When you set a single-faced disc label downwards (i.e. the

 

wrong way up) and press OPEN/CLOSE or PLAY on the unit,

 

“Reading” will appear on the display for a few minutes and then

“Incorrect Disc” will continue to be displayed.

Some discs may not work the resuming facility.

Resuming cannot function when you play a PBC-featured Video

CD while the PBC is on. To turn off the PBC, see page 36 .

Some playback operations of DVDs may be intentionally fixed by

 

software producers. Since this unit plays DVDs according to the

 

disc contents the software producers designed, some playback

 

features may not be available. Also refer to the instructions

supplied with the DVDs.

Do not move the unit during playback. Doing so may damage the

disc.

 

Use the OPEN/CLOSE to open and close the disc tray. Do not

 

push the disc tray while it is moving. Doing so may cause the unit

to malfunction.

 

Do not push up on the disc tray or put any objects other

 

than discs on the disc tray. Doing so may cause the unit to

malfunction.

 

In many instances, a menu screen will appear after playback of

 

a movie is completed. Prolonged display of an on-screen menu

 

may damage your television set, permanently etching that image

 

onto its screen. To avoid this, be sure to press POWER on your

remote control once the movie is completed.

There may be a slight delay between the button is pressed and

 

the function activates.

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Contents SD-V395KC Owner’s Record Mémo de l’utilisateurSafety Precautions Important Safeguards IntroductionAntenna Lead in Wire Ground Clamp Antenna Discharge Unit Electric ServiceGrounding Conductors EquipmentImportant Safeguards / Power source Power sourceMoisture condensation occurs during the following cases PrecautionsDo not use the DVD/VCR when moisture condensation may occur On cleaning discs Structure of disc contentsOn handling discs On storing discsDVD On Video CDsPlayable discs Contents Rear panel Identification of controlsFront panel Display window VCR operation statusDisc operation status VCRRemote controls SkipButton Audio button Subtitle buttonOperation Remote control basicsInserting batteries Antenna connections Antenna to DVD/VCR connectionCombination VHF/UHF Antenna with 75 ohm Coaxial Cable DVD/VCRDVD/VCR to TV connection Connections75/300 ohm outputs Not suppliedCable TV connections Prevents Connecting to a TV Basic connectionConnect the DVD/VCR to your TV 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 video channel Setting the video channelSetting the language EnterClock setting Auto Clock settingAuto Clock adjustment To set Auto Clock to offTuner setting Manual clock settingSetting channels automatically To set Daylight Saving TimeTo ADD/DELETE channels Noise eliminationLoading UnloadingCassette tape playback Special playbackConvenient function Recording a TV program Recording a TV programTo stop recording To stop recording temporarilyOne-touch Timer Recording OTR Timer recordingOne-touch Timer Recording OTR Timer recordingTo set daily/weekly timer To confirm or cancel a programStereo recording and playback If the programs overlap anotherRecording a DVD/CD disc Duplicating a video tapeSecond Audio Program SAP Duplicating a video tapePlaying a disc Vcddvd Basic playbackAdvanced playback Vcddvd Marking desired scenes Vcddvd Repeat playbackDVD A-B Repeat playback VCD Program playbackVCD Random playback DVD DVD menuDVD Changing angles 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 informationCD Jpeg CD playback About file browserSelect Files Rotating an imageCD Playing DivX VOD content CD Slide show playbackCD DivX CD playback CD Repeat playback CDTo resume normal playback Select Mode Off in step CD Random playback CDCD Program playback CD Program ViewSetting details Customizing the function settingsSetting procedure Parental control setting OffSeconds PCMTemporary cancel the rating level by DVD disc Temporary cancel the rating DVD level by DVD discLanguage code list Others TroubleshootingVCR Specifications CatvChannels NtscLimited Canadian Warranty Limited Warranty for Commercial UnitsRental Units Your ResponsibilityLimited Canadian Warranty Continned Arbitration and Dispute ResolutionHow to Obtain Warranty Services 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.

Furthermore, the SD-V395KC includes a variety of integrated features such as a built-in 2-head VCR, which enables users to record TV shows directly from their cable or satellite service. This functionality adds to the unit's versatility, making it a valuable addition for those who want the best of both the digital and analog worlds.

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