Chapter3Playback (Basic)

Playing a disc (Continued)

 

 

 

 

Selecting subtitles

 

 

HD DVD

DVD-Video

 

 

 

You can display subtitles on the TV and

 

 

select a subtitle language from those

 

 

included on the disc.

Good evening!

Bonsoir!

¡Buenas tardes!

Start

 

 

 

 

1

Press

during playback.

 

 

 

 

 

 

The current subtitle setting appears.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

e.g.

 

 

 

 

 

 

Some HD DVD video discs may not

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Subtitle:

English 1

 

 

display this window.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

page 62)

 

 

 

 

 

 

Language code (

 

 

 

 

Each time you press

 

/ , “On” and “Off” alternate. Select “On” to

 

Start

 

 

 

 

view subtitles.

 

 

 

2

Press

while the subtitle setting is

displayed on the TV screen.

Subtitle languages which do not appear in the setting are not included in the disc.

Notes

Some discs are set to display subtitles automatically.

Depending on the scene, subtitles may not appear immediately after you set the subtitle function to on.

Some discs will allow you to change subtitle languages and turn subtitles on or off only via the disc menu.

When you turn on the player or replace a disc, the player returns to the initial default setting ( page 57). Depending on a disc, a specific type of subtitles the disc has is output.

Depending on the scene, the subtitle language may not change immediately after selected.

Selecting the camera angle

HD DVD DVD-Video

If the scene was recorded with multiple angles, you can easily change the camera angle of the scene you are watching.

1

2

Notes

Press while playing a scene recorded with multiple angles.

Angle icon

While playing a scene recorded

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

with multiple angles, the angle icon

Angle

1 / 6

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Number of angles in the

appears on the TV screen and on

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

current title

the front panel. Press ANGLE button

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Angle number

while the angle icon is displayed.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Some HD DVD video discs may not

 

display this window.

While the angle number is displayed, press repeatedly to select the angle number.

You can also change the camera angle during still playback. The camera angle changes to the new setting when you resume normal playback.

If you pause a picture immediately after changing a camera angle, the resumed playback picture may not display the new camera angle.

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Toshiba HD-XE1KY During playback, Displayed on the TV screen, Press while playing a scene recorded with multiple angles

HD-XE1KY specifications

The Toshiba HD-XE1KY is a high-definition DVD player that exemplifies cutting-edge technology and superior performance in the realm of home entertainment. Launched in the mid-2000s, this device was notable for being one of the first players to support the HD DVD format, which was pivotal in the early high-definition video market.

One of the standout features of the HD-XE1KY is its ability to deliver crisp, clear images with a resolution of up to 1080p. This allows users to experience their favorite movies and shows in stunning detail, bringing out the richness of colors and the sharpness of textures that standard definition DVDs simply cannot match. The unit supports advanced video decoding technologies, ensuring that even content with complex visual information can be rendered smoothly and efficiently.

The player is equipped with an HDMI output, facilitating easy connection to compatible high-definition televisions. This HDMI interface not only transmits video and audio signals in a single cable but also supports a higher bandwidth, enabling deep color and better contrast. In addition, it boasts an upscale feature that allows standard-definition content to be enhanced to near-HD quality, ensuring that even older DVDs can look remarkable when played on modern screens.

Another key characteristic of the Toshiba HD-XE1KY is its compatibility with a wide range of audio formats, including Dolby Digital Plus and DTS-HD. This enhances the overall cinematic experience, allowing users to enjoy their movies with rich, immersive sound that rivals a theater environment. The player also offers multiple audio outputs, including optical and coaxial, ensuring flexible connectivity with various audio systems.

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In summary, the Toshiba HD-XE1KY offers a compelling blend of high-definition video and audio capabilities, extensive format compatibility, and user-friendly features. It represents a significant advancement in consumer electronics, especially during the height of the HD DVD versus Blu-ray rivalry, demonstrating Toshiba's commitment to innovation and quality in home entertainment technology.