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Before calling service personnel

If you experience any of the following difficulties while using this unit, check the list below before consulting your nearest Toshiba dealer.

 

Symptom

Remedy

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

No power.

.Is the power plug disconnected? Check the power connection.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

No picture.

.Is the cable for connecting the player and TV disconnected or not connected properly?

 

 

 

 

 

Check the connections (

page 20 – 23)

 

 

 

 

.Switch the input of the connected TV to the signal from the player.

 

 

 

.When the TV is connected via the component jacks or HDMI jacks, images from the

 

 

 

player may temporarily not be able to be displayed because of the selected output and

 

 

 

resolution. Use the V.OUTPUT and RESOLUTION buttons to change the output and

 

 

 

resolution ( pages 21 and 22).

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

No sound.

.Is the audio cable disconnected? ( page 20)

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

.Is the volume of the device turned down to the minimum level? Check the volume.

 

 

 

.Switch the audio input of the device connected by the audio cable to the input from the

 

 

 

player.

 

 

 

 

 

.Set “Digital out SPDIF” or “Digital out HDMI” ( page 53) properly in accordance with

 

 

 

the connected device and connection procedure.

 

 

 

 

.The volume level is set to the minimum. Adjust the volume. ( page 54)

 

 

 

.Is the HDMI output selected? To listen to HDMI audio, press V.OUTPUT and select HDMI

 

 

 

output.

 

 

 

 

Multi channel sound is not

.Set “Speaker Setting” (

page 53) to “5.1ch.”

 

 

 

 

 

 

output.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

The disc does not play.

.Make sure the disc type can be played with the player (

page 26).

 

 

 

 

 

.Is the disc dirty or scratched? Check or clean the disc. (

page 27)

 

 

 

.If the disc is a DVD-RW or DVD-R disc, fi nalize the disc before attempting to play it with

 

 

 

the player.

 

 

 

 

 

.If the disc includes parent lock support, playback is restricted while the parent lock of

 

 

 

the player is set. Cancel Parental Lock ( page 56) or change the restriction level.

 

 

 

 

 

 

Playback picture has noise.

.If video from the player is watched via a video recorder or on a TV with a built-in video

 

 

 

 

 

recorder, the copy guard may prevent images from being displayed properly. Be sure to

 

 

 

connect the player directly to the TV.

 

 

 

The remote control does not

.Are the batteries of the remote control dead? Replace the batteries. ( page 16)

 

 

 

 

work.

.Make sure the remote control is within range and pointed in the correct direction.

 

 

 

 

 

Screen freezes and no

.Pressing the ON/STANDBY button on the player for approximately ten seconds forces

 

 

 

 

buttons work.

the player to turn off. Turn the player off and then on again.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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HD-A1 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.
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