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Customizing the function settings (Continued)

Audio

Speaker Setting

To select various parameters for the analog 5.1 channel output.

5.1ch

When a 5.1 channel surround system is connected to this player.

Go to the next step (see below) for detailed selections.

2ch

When a 2 channel stereo system is connected to this player.

When you selected Ò5.1chÓ:

Set the speaker sizes, distance to each speaker and the crossover frequency.

1

Select a speaker by pressing

/ / / buttons, and

 

press OK button.

 

2

Select the size by pressing /

buttons, and press OK

 

button.

 

 

Front Left / Front Right

 

 

Small:

Select if the speaker cannot output low

 

 

frequency.

 

 

 

Large:

Select if the speaker can output low

 

 

 

frequency.

 

 

 

Center / L Surround / R Surround

 

 

Small:

Select if the speaker cannot output low

 

 

frequency.

 

 

 

Large:

Select if the speaker can output low

 

 

 

frequency.

 

 

 

None:

When the speaker is not connected.

 

 

Subwoofer

 

 

 

 

Use:

When a subwoofer is connected.

 

 

Don’t Use: When a subwoofer is not connected.

 

 

Crossover Setting

 

 

 

Low frequency under which you set here will be of a

 

subwoofer. Select one from 80 Hz/100 Hz/120 Hz.

 

Ft

 

 

 

 

Select a distance to each speaker from the listening

 

position.

 

 

 

3

Select “Next” by pressing

/ / / buttons, and press

 

OK button.

 

 

 

 

The next screen appears.

 

 

4

Select “Automatic Test Tone” by pressing / /

/

 

buttons, and press OK button.

 

 

A test signal is sent to each speaker. Adjust each of the

 

volumes by pressing /

, selecting speakers by

/ ,

 

so that each speaker can sound at the same volume.

For further adjustment, check the channel balance on the amplifi er.

5 When complete, select “OK” and press OK button.

Language

Disc Menu Language

To select a preferred language for disc menus.

English

To display disc menus in English.

French

To display disc menus in French.

Japanese

To display disc menus in Japanese.

Others

To make a further language choice.

After pressing OK button, follow steps 1) – 4) below.

1)Obtain the language code of the preferred language from the Language code list ( page 58).

2)Select the fi rst character by pressing / buttons.

3)Press / buttons to shift. Select the second character by pressing / buttons.

4)Select “OK” and press OK button.

Note

Some discs may be played in a different language from that you selected. A prior language may be programmed by the disc.

Subtitle Language

To select a preferred language for subtitles.

None

To disable subtitles.

English

To display subtitles in English.

French

To display subtitles in French.

Japanese

To display subtitles in Japanese.

Others

To make a further language choice.

After pressing OK button, follow steps 1) – 4) below.

1)Obtain the language code of the preferred language from the Language code list ( page 58).

2)Select the fi rst character by pressing / buttons.

3)Press / buttons to shift. Select the second character by pressing / buttons.

4)Select “OK” and press OK button.

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HD-A1, HD-D1 specifications

The Toshiba HD-A1, introduced in March 2006, was a groundbreaking player in the high-definition era, marking Toshiba's entry into the next-generation DVD market. As the first HD DVD player available to consumers, it played a pivotal role in the format war between HD DVD and Blu-ray.

One of the standout features of the HD-A1 was its ability to deliver stunning 1080p video resolution. This high-definition output brought enhanced clarity and detail to films, significantly improving the viewing experience compared to standard DVDs. The player was equipped with an HDMI 1.1 output, which allowed for high-bandwidth digital content protection, ensuring that the video and audio quality remained uncompromised during transmission to compatible high-definition displays.

In terms of audio capabilities, the HD-A1 supported advanced audio formats like Dolby Digital Plus and DTS-HD, offering home theater enthusiasts a more immersive sound experience. The player also featured a built-in HDMI upscaling, enabling it to upscale standard DVDs to near HD quality, ensuring that consumers could enjoy their existing collections in a new light.

Additionally, the Toshiba HD-A1 included a range of connectivity options. It came with component video outputs, composite video outputs, and optical and coaxial digital audio outputs, catering to a variety of home entertainment setups. The player also had a USB port, although this feature was limited at launch and primarily intended for potential future enhancements through firmware updates.

The build quality of the HD-A1 was robust, featuring an attractive design with a sleek black finish and a user-friendly interface. The front panel had a simple layout, consisting of essential buttons and a bright LCD display that made navigation straightforward.

While the HD-A1 faced stiff competition from the Blu-ray disc format, it was well-received initially, appealing to early adopters of high-definition technology. However, as the format war progressed, the eventual defeat of HD DVD in 2008 led to the HD-A1 being overshadowed by Blu-ray players. Nonetheless, the Toshiba HD-A1 remains an important piece of technology history, representing a significant step forward in home entertainment and offering a window into the evolution of video formats.