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Before Use

Playable Discs

DVD

(8 cm/12 cm disc)

Video CD (VCD) (8 cm / 12 cm disc)

Audio CD

(8 cm/12 cm disc)

In addition, this unit can plays DVD -R, DVD +R, DVD - RW, DVD +RW, SVCD, and CD-R / CD-RW that con- tains audio titles, MP3, WMA, and/or JPEG files.

This indicates a product feature that is capable of playing DVD-RW discs recorded with Video Recording format.

Note:

Depending on the conditions of the recording equip- ment or the CD-R/RW disc itself, some CD-R/RW discs cannot be played on the unit.

The unit cannot play discs that contain data other than MP3 and CD-DA data.

Do not attach any seal or label to either side (the labeled side or the recorded side) of a disc.

Do not use irregularly shaped CDs (e.g., heart- shaped or octagonal). It may result in malfunctions. This unit only support SVCD stream 1 audio.

Notes on DVDs and Video CDs

Some playback operations of DVDs and Video CDs may be intentionally fixed by software manufacturers. As this unit plays DVDs and Video CDs according to disc content designed by the software manufacturer, some playback features of the unit may not be avail- able, or other functions may be added.

Refer also to the instructions supplied with the DVDs and Video CDs. Some DVDs made for business pur- poses may not be playable on this unit.

Regional code of the DVD+VCR and DVDs This DVD+VCR is designed and

manufactured for playback of region 1 encoded DVD software. The region code on the labels of some DVD

discs indicates which type of DVD+VCR can play those discs. This unit can play only DVD discs labeled 1 or ALL. If you try to play any other discs, the message “Check Regional Code” will appear on the TV screen. Some DVD discs may not have a region code label even though their playback is prohibited by area limits.

Notes on DTS-encoded CDs

When playing DTS-encoded CDs, excessive noise may be exhibited from the analog stereo output. To avoid possible damage to the audio system, turn down the volume before playing back such discs, adjust the vol- ume gradually, and keep the volume level low. To enjoy DTS Digital SurroundTM playback, an external 5.1 chan- nel DTS Digital SurroundTM decoder system must be connected to the digital output of the unit.

Disc-related terms

Title (DVD only)

The main film content or accompanying feature content or music album.

Each title is assigned a title reference number enabling you to locate it easily.

Chapter (DVD only)

Sections of a picture or a musical piece that are smaller than titles. A title is composed of one or several chap- ters. Each chapter is assigned a chapter number to enable you to locate the chapter you want. Depending on the disc, chapters may not be recorded.

Track (Video CD and audio CD only)

Sections of a picture or a musical piece on a video CD or an audio CD. Each track is assigned a track number, enabling you to locate the track you want.

Scene

On a video CD with PBC (Playback control) functions, moving pictures and still pictures are divided into sec- tions called “Scenes”. Each scene is displayed in the menu screen and assigned a scene number, enabling you to locate the scene you want.

A scene is composed of one or several tracks.

Types of video CDs

There are two types of video CDs:

Video CDs equipped with PBC (Version 2.0)

PBC (Playback control) functions allow you to interact with the system via menus, search functions, or other typical computer-like operations. Moreover, still pictures of high resolution can be played if they are included in the disc.

Video CDs not equipped with PBC (Version 1.1) Operated in the same way as audio CDs, these discs allow playback of video pictures as well as sound, but they are not equipped with PBC.

Remote control battery installation

Detach the battery cover on the rear of the remote control, and insert two R03 (size

AAA)batteries with and aligned correctly.

AAA

AAA

Caution

Do not mix old and new batteries. Never mix different types of batteries (standard, alkaline, etc.).

Remote Control Operation Range

Point the remote control at the remote sensor and press the buttons.

Distance: About 23 ft (7 m) from the front of the remote sensor

Angle: About 30° in each direction of the front of the remote sensor

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Toshiba SD-V592SU, SD-V596SU owner manual Before Use, Playable Discs

SD-V596SU, SD-V592SU specifications

The Toshiba SD-V592SU and SD-V596SU are versatile and reliable DVD and VCR combo players that combine the features of a traditional VCR with the modern technology of DVD playback. These compact devices are designed to provide users with an easy way to enjoy a variety of media formats, making them ideal for both nostalgic and contemporary viewing experiences.

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