Toshiba HD-A2 Owner’s Manual

SAFETY PRECAUTIONS

The lightning flash with arrowhead symbol, within an equilat- eral triangle, is intended to alert the user to the presence of

uninsulated "dangerous voltage" within the product's enclo- sure that may be of sufficient magnitude to constitute a risk

of electric shock to persons.

WARNING : TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT REMOVE

COVER (OR BACK). NO USERSERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE. REFER SERVICING TO

QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL.

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WARNING:

CAUTION:

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CAUTION:

FCC NOTICE:

TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE OR ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT EXPOSE THISAPPLIANCE TO RAIN OR MOISTURE. DANGEROUS HIGH VOLTAGES ARE PRESENT INSIDE THE

ENCLOSURE. DO NOT OPEN THE CABINET. REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED PERSONNEL ONLY.

TO PREVENT ELECTRIC SHOCK, MATCH WIDE BLADE OF PLUG TO WIDE SLOT, FULLY

INSERT.

FICHE DANS LA BORNE CORRESPONDANTE DE LA PRISE ET POUSSER JUSQU'AU FOND.

This HD DVD player employs a Laser System. To ensure proper use of this product, please read this owner's manual carefully and retain for future reference. Should the unit require maintenance, contact an authorized service location - see service procedure.

Use of controls or adjustments or performance of procedures other than those specified herein may result in hazardous radiation exposure.

To prevent direct exposure to laser beam, do not try to open the enclosure.

Visible and invisible laser radiation when open and interlocks defeated. DO NOT STARE INTO BEAM.

This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device,

pursuant to part 15 of the FCC Rule. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection

against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed

and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications.

However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be

determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the

interference by one or more of the following measures:

WARNING:

- Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.

- Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.

- Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected.

- Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.

Changes or modifications made to this equipment, not expressly approved by Toshiba, or parties authorized by Toshiba, could void the user's authority to operate the equipment.

The instructions shall state that an ALL-POLE MAINS SWITCH with a contact separation of at least 3 mm in each pole shall be incorporated in the electrical installation of the building.

CAUTION:

In the spaces provided below, record the Model and Serial No. located on the rear panel of your player.

Model No. Serial No.

Retain this information for future reference.

Location of the required label

These servicing instructions are for use by qualified service personnel only. To reduce the risk of electric shock do not perform any servicing other than that contained in the operating instructions unless you are qualified to do so.

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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

1, Read these instructions, 9,

2. Keep these instructions.

3. Heed all warnings.

4, Follow all instructions,

Do not defeat the safety purpose of the polarized or grounding-type plug, A polarized plug has two blades with one wider than the other, A grounding type plug has two blades and a third grounding prong, The wide blade or the third prong are provided for your safety, If the provided plug does not fit into your outlet, consult an electrician for replacement of the

obsolete outlet.

10. Protect the power cord from being walked on or pinched particularly at plugs, convenience receptacles, and the point where they exit from the apparatus,

11.Only use attachments/accessories specified by the manufacturer.

5, Do not use this apparatus near water,

6, Clean only with dry cloth,

Do not block any ventilation openings, Install in

accordance with the manufacturer's instructions,

Do not install near any heat sources such as

radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other apparatus (including amplifiers) that produce heat.

12.Use only with the cart, stand, tripod, bracket, or table specified by the manufacturer, or sold with the apparatus. When a cart is used, use caution when moving the cart/apparatus combination to avoid injury from tip-over.

13. Unplug this apparatus during lightning storms or when unused for long periods of time.

14, Refer all servicing to qualified service

personnel. Servicing is required when the apparatus has been damaged in any way, such as power-supply cord or plug is damaged, liquid has been spilled or objects have fallen into the apparatus, the apparatus has been exposed to rain or moisture, does not operate normally, or has been dropped,

ADDITIONAL SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

15, Do not overload wall outlets; extension cords,

or integral convenience receptacles as this can result in a risk of fire or electric shock,

1&Apparatus should not be exposed to dripping or

splashing and no objects filled with liquids, such as vases, should not be placed on the apparatus.

21. Do not use a cracked, deformed, or repaired disc. These discs are easily broken and may cause serious personal injury and apparatus

malfunction.

22,1f the apparatus should smoke or smell,

immediately disconnect the power cord from the wall outlet, Wait until the smoke or smell stops, then ask your dealer for a check and repair,

Neglecting to do so may cause fire,

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

18. Do not place anything on top of this unit,

19. Do not place the apparatus on amplifiers or equipment that may produce heat,

20. Do not cover the ventilating holes for the inside cooling fan.

23,During thunderstorms, do not touch the

connecting cables or the apparatus.

24. Handling the cord on this product or cords associated with accessories sold with this

product, will expose you to lead, a chemical

known to the State of California to cause birth defects or other reproductive harm. Wash hands after handling.

• Never disconnect the power cord from a wall outlet while the player is turned on, unless it is in an emergency. Doing so may cause malfunction.

• When shipping the player, the original shipping carton and packing materials come in handy. For maximum protection, repack the unit as it was originally packed at the factory.

• Do not use volatile liquids, such as insect spray, near the player. Do not leave rubber or plastic products in contact with the player for a long time. They will leave marks on the finish.

• The top and rear panels of the player may become warm after a long period of use. This is not a

malfunction.

• For usual absence Be sure to remove the disc from the player and turn

off the power.

• Prolonged absence Unplug the player from a wall outlet.

The volume level of some commercial DVD discs may seem lower than that of audio CDs, other software,

etc. If you turn up the volume of the TV or amplifier to play such discs, be sure to turn it back down after

playback finishes.

This owner's manual explains the basic instructions for this player. Some HD DVD discs or DVD video discs are produced in a manner that allows specific or

limited operation during playback. As such, the player

may not respond to all operating commands. This is

not a defect in the player. Please refer to the notes on compatible discs later in this introduction and to the discussion of DVD playback and features later in this

manual.

"_)" may appear on the TV screen during operation.

"(_)" means that the operation is not permitted by the

player or the disc.

• Place the player on a level surface. Do not use it on a shaky or unstable surface such as a wobbly table or inclined stand. The loaded disc may dislodge

from its proper position and cause damage to the

player. Before placing the player, make sure that the surface can stand the weight of the player. Never place the player in a high location to avoid damage to the product or person by an accidental fall of the player.

• When you place this player near a TV,radio, or VCR, the playback picture may become poor and the sound may be distorted depending on the condition and location of said equipment. In such an event, place the player as far away much as possible from

the TV, radio, or VCR.

• To avoid damage to this product, never place or store the unit in direct sunlight; hot, humid areas; or areas subject to excessive dust, oily smoke, cigarette smoke or vibration.

Use a soft, dry cloth for cleaning.

• Do not use any type of solvent, such as thinner or benzine, as they may damage the surface of the player.

Because of problems and errors that can occur during the creation of HD DVD, DVD and CD software and/ or the manufacture of HD DVD, DVD and CD discs,

Toshiba cannot assure that this player will successfully

play every disc bearing the HD DVD, DVD and CD Iogos. If you happen to experience any difficulty

playing an HD DVD, DVD and CD disc on this player, please contact Toshiba Customer Service.

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The HD DVD player operates more like a computer and differently than a standard DVD player, In addition to containing a microprocessor, it contains an operating system, random access memory (RAM), and an HD DVD drive. The operating system includes

software that is transferred to the RAM when the machine is turned on and at other times during

operation. This transfer can take time. Therefore, when you turn the HD DVD player on, it may take a little while before it is ready to use. Likewise, other functions may not be performed as quickly as they would on other AV equipment. Please take these factors into consideration as you use the HD DVD

player.

• Moisture condensation damages the unit. Please

read the following carefully. Moisture condensation occurs, for example, when

you pour a cold drink into a glass on a warm day. Drops of water form on the outside of the glass. In the same way, moisture may condense on the

optical pick-up lens inside this unit, one of the most crucial internal parts of the unit.

• Moisture condensation occurs during the following cases.

• When you bring the unit directly from a cold place to a warm place.

• When you use the unit in a room where you just turned on the heater, or a place where the cold wind

from the air conditioner directly hits the unit.

• In summer, when you use the unit in a hot and humid place just after you move the unit from an air

conditioned room.

• When you use the unit in a humid place.

• The unauthorized recording, use, display, distribution, or revision of television programs, videotapes, HD DVDs, DVDs, CDs and other

materials, is prohibited under the Copyright Laws of the United States and other countries, and may

subject you to civil and/or criminal liability.

• This product incorporates copyright protection technology that is protected by method claims of

certain U.S. patents and other intellectual property rights owned by Macrovision Corporation and other rights owners. Use of this copyright protection

technology must be authorized by Macrovision Corporation, and is intended for home and other

limited viewing uses only unless otherwise authorized by Macrovision Corporation. Reverse engineering or disassembly is prohibited.

Manufactured under license from Dolby Laboratories. Dolby and the double-D symbol are trademarks of

Dolby Laboratories.

Manufactured under license from Digital Theater Systems, Inc. U.S. Pat. No's. 5,451,942; 5,956,674;

5,974,380; 5,978,762; 6,226,616; 6,487,535 and other

Rights Reserved.

• Do not use the unit when moisture condensation

may occur.

If you use the unit in such a situation, itmay damage

discs and internal parts. Connect the power cord of the unit to the wall outlet, turn on the unit, remove

the disc, and leave it for two or three hours. After two or three hours, the unit will have warmed up and evaporated any moisture. Keep the unit connected

to the wall outlet and moisture condensation will

seldom occur.

Wall outlet

HDMI, the HDMI logo and High-Definition Multimedia

Interface are trademarks or registered trademarks of

HDMI Licensing LLC.

SHARC is a registered trademark and Melody is a

trademark of Analog Devices, Inc.

All other brand and product names mentioned in this

manual are trademarks and/or registered trademarks

of their respective holders.

HD DVD video discs are high-density, high-capacity discs.

• The HD DVD disc standard has been approved by the DVD forum.

• HD DVD (single layer): 15 GB HD DVD (dual layer): Maximum capacity of 30 GB A single layer single sided disc (15 GB) has

capacity of about 8 hours in 1125 line high definition picture; about 48 hours in 525 line standard

definition picture (depending on bitrate of pre- recorded contents). "1GB means 1,000,000,000 bytes.

• HD DVD Twin Format Discs have both HD DVD and DVD layers on one side. HD DVD Combination

DVD Discs have HD DVD material on one side and standard DVD material on the other side. Because

both disc types are new, such discs may not operate properly in this player.

• To view high-definition picture in HD DVD discs, an HDTV display (720p, 1080i) is required.

• Connect an HDTV set to the COMPONENT OUTPUT

jacks or the HDMI OUTPUT jack on this player.

• Some discs may require use of HDMI OUTPUT for viewing of high resolution material.

• Playback of commercial HD DVD video disc, DVD video, and Audio CD

• Playback of HD DVD-R (disc recorded in HDVideo mode), DVD-RW (disc recorded in DVD VR mode or DVD video mode), and DVD-R

• Playback of CD-RW and CD-R (Audio CD of CD-DA

format) Because HD DVD is a new format, disc compatibility issues with new and existing format discs are

possible. Not all discs are compatible. If you experience compatibility problems, please contact

Toshiba Customer Service. Blu-ray Discs cannot be played on this player.

• Some HD DVD discs enable you to access special HD DVD sites. If an HD DVD site includes content

such as movie trailers, you can watch the content on

the player via the Internet if your internet connection

provides sufficient bandwidth.

• For compatibility, see _ page 28.

• An HDMI jack for connecting a single cable to

output video and audio signals

• Component jacks

For high definition video playback:

• High definition display (720p and 1080i input capable).

• HD DVD disc with high definition content.

• HDMI or HDCP capable DVI input on your display device required for some content (as specified by disc authors).

• For up-conversion of standard definition DVD, an HDMI or HDCP capable DVI input on your display device is required for copy protected content.

For Dolby ®Digital Plus, Dolby TrueHD and DTS-HD (DTS core only) multi-channel audio playback:

• Receiver or processor/amp combination that has a decoder compatible with these sound systems or HDMr Mmulti-channel LPCM capable audio input.

• Main, center, surround speakers and subwoofer as necessary for chosen format.

For on-line interactive features:

• Ethernet connection to customer supplied always-on broadband internet service.

• Some features may require higher bandwidth.

To reach Toshiba Customer Support in the U.S., please call 1 (800) 319-6684 or visit www.tacp.com/customersupport. To reach Toshiba Customer Support in Canada, please call 1 (800) 268-3404 or visit www.toshiba.ca and click

on support.

This HD DVD player is manufactured under the HD DVD Format adopted by DVD Forum. DVD Forum approved AACS (Advance Access Content System) as content protection system for HD DVD Format like

it approved CSS (Content Scramble System) for DVD Format. Therefore, certain restrictions are imposed on play, analog signal output, etc. of AACS protected

contents. When you use pre-recorded contents, the contents

may designate whether or not to apply such

restrictions. As those restrictions may be adopted and/or changed

and announced by AACS after the production of this

product, the operation of this product and restrictions thereon may vary depending on the time you

purchase this product. To obtain updated information about AACS and this

product, please contact the following: *In the U.S., please call 1 (800) 319-6684 or visit www.

tacp.com/customersupport.

*In Canada, please call 1 (800) 268-3404 or visit www.

toshiba.ca and click on support.

Accessories

Check that the following accessories are supplied.

Remote control Audio/video cable Power cord

Caution

Do not use this power cord with any device other than this player.

• Display ......................................................................................................................................................... 14

• Remote control ............................................................................................................................................. 15

Preparation of the remote control ....................................................................... 16

• Loading batteries ......................................................................................................................................... 16

• Operating with the remote control ................................................................................................................ 16

• Programming for TV control ......................................................................................................................... 17

• Operating your TV with the remote control ................................................................................................... 17

• Hint on reading this manual ................................................................................ 18

• icons for disc compatibilty ........................................................................................................................... 18

• instructions and actual buttons .................................................................................................................... 18

• Connecting

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Disc compatibility ................................................................................................. 28

Powering on/Loading a disc ................................................................................ 30

to a TV ............................................................................................... 20

to an audio system .......................................................................... 25

Playing a disc ........................................................................................................ 31

• Stopping playback / Pausing playback ....................................................................................................... 31

• Playing from the top menu ........................................................................................................................... 32

• Using A!B/C/D buttons ................................................................................................................................. 32

• Playing from a menu in a recorded disc ...................................................................................................... 32

• Selecting the sound ..................................................................................................................................... 33

• Selecting the sound of a disc recorded in DVD VR mode ........................................................................... 33

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• Selecting subtitles ........................................................................................................................................ 34

• Selecting the camera angle ......................................................................................................................... 34

Playing at various speeds .................................................................................... 35

• Locating by entering a section number ....................................................................................................... 36

• Locating by entering elapsed time .............................................................................................................. 36

• Resuming playback from the location last stopped (Title resume) .............................................................. 36

Playing repeatedly (Repeat playback) ................................................................ 38

Using EXTENSION ports ...................................................................................... 39

• Using the cursor function .................................................................................... 39

• Checking the current status and settings .......................................................... 40

Internet connection feature (Outline) .................................................................. 42

Internet connection feature (Preparation) .......................................................... 44

Internet connection feature (Operation) ............................................................. 47

• Customizing the function settings ...................................................................... 50

• Picture .......................................................................................................................................................... 52

• Audio ............................................................................................................................................................ 53

• Language ..................................................................................................................................................... 54

• Ethernet ........................................................................................................................................................ 55

• General ......................................................................................................................................................... 56

• Firmware update .......................................................................................................................................... 58

Language code list ............................................................................................... 59

Output sound conversion table ........................................................................... 60

License information on the software used in the TOSHIBA HD DVD player... 62

Before calling service personnel ........................................................................ 70

Specification ......................................................................................................... 71

Limited United States Warranty ........................................................................... 72

CANADIAN WARRANTY INFORMATION ............................................................. 74

INFORMATION ON CUSTOMER SUPPORT ......................................... Back cover

See pages with arrows for details.

* The above illustration displays the front panel with the cover open.

Note

• Do not place a heavy object on the cover while it is open. Doing so may damage the player.

ON/STANDBY button / ON/STANDBY indicator

page 30

Turns the power on/restores the unit to the

standby mode.

(_ Remote sensor _ page 16

Front panel display _ page 14

_) EXTENSION ports _ page 39

(_) I_ (PLAY) button _ page 31

Starts playback.

(_ • (STOP) button _ page 31

Stops playback.

(_ _ (SKIP) button _ page 35

Skips to the next chapter or track.

(_) I<_1(SKIP) button _ page 35

Skips to the previous chapter or track.

(_ OPEN/CLOSE button _ page 30

Opens and closes the disc tray.

(_ Disc tray _ page 30

Loads a disc into the disc drive.

(_ I! (PAUSE) button _ page 31

Stops playback momentarily.

LAN port _ page 44

Use this to connect to a network with an always- on broadband connection.

(_) DIGITAL AUDIO OUTPUT BITSTREAM/PCM

OPTICAL jack _ page 25

(_ Ventilation fan

Do not cover the ventilation holes.

(_ AC IN socket _ page 21, 22

Connect the supplied power cord.

Outputs digital audio signals. Connect to a digital audio input on an amplifier

equipped with digital audio decoder.

When connecting the optional digital cable, fit the connector into the jack firmly.

(_ COMPONENT OUTPUT jacks _ page 22

Outputs video signals to a connected TV or monitor.

Connect to a TV or monitor equipped with component video jacks.

(_ HDMI OUTPUT jack _ page 21

Outputs video/audio signals to a connected TV, monitor or AV amplifier.

Connect to a TV, monitor or AV amplifier equipped with HDMI input.

(_ VIDEO OUTPUT (VIDEO, S-VIDEO) _ page 22

Outputs video signals to a connected TV or amplifier.

(_) ANALOG AUDIO OUTPUT jacks _ page 22

Outputs audio signals to a connected TV or AV amplifier.

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Status indicator

(_ TOTAL indicator

I_ :Playing

nn :Pausing

: Fast forward playback : Fast reverse playback

(_ REMAIN (Remaining) indicator

(_) Disc indicator

HD DVD Illuminates when an HD DVD disc is

loaded. (_

DVD : Illuminates when a DVD disc is loaded.

(_) TITLE indicator (_

Illuminates when a title number is displayed.

_) ADV (Advanced) indicator

Illuminates when advanced content is played.

(_ CHP (Chapter) indicator

Illuminates when a chapter number is displayed.

CD indicator (_

Illuminates when a CD is loaded.

TRK (Track) indicator

Illuminates when a track number is displayed.

Illuminates when the total playing time of the disc is displayed.

Illuminates when a remaining playback time is

displayed.

2ch indicator

Illuminates when 2 channel (L/R) sound is output.

MULTI indicator

Illuminates when 5.1 channel sound is output.

Repeat mode indicator

Illuminates when playing in repeat mode.

Angle icon indicator

Illuminates when playing a scene recorded with multi angles.

Multi display

Displays the total playing time of the disc, elapsed time, remaining time, title number, chapter number or message, etc.

(_ Sound format indicator (_

Drl : Illuminates when Dolby Digital sound is

output.

: Illuminates when DTS sound is output.

HDMI Indicator

Illuminates when HDMI connection is verified between the player and another device.

Video output format indicator

Displays the video output format currently selected.

480_, : 480interlace 480p : 480 progressive

720p : 720 progressive

1080i : 1080 interlace

• Switching the display DISPLAYEvery time you press DISPLAY button on the remote control, the display changes the contents.

The display may not change, depending on the disc conditions.

• Dimming the display

Pressing DIMMER button on the remote control changes the brightness of the display.

DIMMERNormal-_ Dimmed-_ Off

O 1' I • Turning off the power resets this setting.

RESUME PLAY buttonOpage 36

TV VOL. buttons _page 17

ON/STANDBY button _ page 30

OPEN/CLOSE button_ page 30

DISPLAY button _ page 41

ANGLE button_ page 34 SUBTITLE button_ page 34

MENU button _ page 32 Direction buttons _ page 32, 50

OK button @ page 32, 50 RETURN button_page 50*

II(PAUSE) buttonO page 31 I_(PLAY) button Opage 31

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I<< (SKIP) button_ page 35 /!.!._.=_ _<< |_ __tHH

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REPEAT button_page 38 _ _ J II

CURSOR button _ page 39 .........................................

Number buttons _page 36

MAIN/SUB button*

TOSHIBA

==(STOP) button_ page 31

(SKIP) button_page 35

button_ page 35

SLOW button _ page 35

II1_ button_ page 35 A, B, C, D button _page 32

T.SEARCH button _ page 36

CLEAR button _ page 36

DIMMER button _page 14

SETUP button _page 50

MAIN/SUB For future functions which will be available

by software update.

RETURN Returns to the previous screen (the screen

may be specified depending on the disc). Refer to the instructions of the disc,

Set up the remote control to operate the player and your TV.

Open the cover.

Insert batteries.

• Use 2 batteries (AAA sizes).

• Make sure to match the + and - on the batteries to the marks inside the battery compartment.

Point the remote control at the remote sensor and

press the buttons.

sensor

Withinabout7m(23ft)

Distance: About 7 m (23 ft) from

the front of the remote sensor

Angle • About 30° in each

direction of the front of the remote sensor

Close the cover.

Notes

• Do not drop or give the remote control a shock.

• Do not leave the remote control near an extremely hot or humid place.

• Do not spill water or put anything wet on the remote control.

• Do not disassemble the remote control.

• Dispose of batteries in a designated disposal area.

• Batteries should always be disposed of with the environment in mind.

• Always dispose of batteries in accordance with applicable laws and regulations.

• if the remote control does not operate correctly, or if the operating range becomes reduced, replace all batteries with new ones.

• When necessary to replace batteries in the remote control, always replace all batteries with new ones. Never mix battery types or use new and used batteries in combination.

• Be sure to use AAA size batteries.

• Always remove batteries from remote control if they are dead or if the remote control is not be used for an extended period of time. This will prevent battery acid from leaking into the battery compartment.

Caution

• Never throw batteries into a fire.

While holding press the number buttons to enter a

Point the remote control to your TV after you have entered the brand code. Operate your TV with the

buttons below.

corresponding brand code (see

below) of your TV.

e.g. To enter 0001

TVCODE 0 0 0 1

Hold down.

• Some brands have several codes. Try one by

Release

one until the remote control can operate your TY

The brand code is memorized.

Notes

• TOSHIBA code is already set when you operate this player for the first time.

• When replacing the batteries of the remote control, re-enter the brand code of your TV.

TV lie : To turn on and off the TV

TV/DVD • To change the video L

input

TV MUTE • To mute the TV

TV CH • To select the TV channel

TV VOL. • To adjust the volume

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Notes

• For some TVs, pressing the volume button once may change the volume by more than one level.

• Even after the player's remote control is programmed,

it may not operate some or all of the features on your

other device.

If this happens and you wish to use those features, you

will need to use the device's original remote control.

• Brand code table

Brand name

Toshiba

Bell & Howell Citizen

Curtis Mathes Emerson

Fisher GE

Brand code

0001 0021 0071 0411 0431 0831 0841 0851 0881 1341 1611 1621

1681 1781 1951 2121 2461 2491

4071 4371 5951 5971 8041 8101 8111 6121 6131 8141

0081 0431 0051 0381 0471 0551 0621 0851

1561 0051 0391 0431 0531 0621 0851

1521 1561 0051 0111 0121 0141 0151 0161

0201 0211 0351 0381 0431 0521 0561 0571 0621 0691 1241 1291 1371 1561 2481 4871

0251 0401 0431 1151 2451 2461 0001 0041 0051 0091 0181 0321

0371 0391 0591 0621 0711 0741 1041 1471 1521 2481 4691 4881 4891

Brand name

Goldstar

Hitachi

Infinity JBL JVC

Brand code

0051 0061 0161 0231 0451 0501 0621 0661 0771 0961 1431 1561

2491 0031 0051 0161 0191 0301 0601

0621 0641 0671 0811 0821 0951

1011 1061 1241 1361 1651 1711 1731 1741 1751 1761 2041 2051

2131 2381 4121 4731 4901 4911 4921 4931 4941 4951 4961 5631 0631

0631 0101 0161 0191 0241 0331 0511

0561 0601 0741 0991 1321 1421 2161 2171 4341 4351 4701 4711 4721 4741 4751 4761 4771 4781

4791 4801 4811 4971 4981 4991 5001 5011 5021 5031 5041 5051

5061 5071 5081 5091 5101 5111 5121 5131 5141 5151 5161 5171

5181 5191 5201

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Brand name

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Maganvox

Marantz Memorex

MGA Mitsubishi

MTC NAD Optonica

Panasonic

Philco

Philips

Pioneer Proton

Quasar Radio Shack

Radio ShacWRealistic RCA

Brand code

0311 0391 0411 0431 0621 0631 0881 1041 1171 1521 2491

0051 0271 0291 0341 0361 0421 0551 0621 0631 0661 0971 0981

1131 2221 5221 5231 5241 0051 0481 0621 0631 0641 2491 0081 0431 0501 0621 2491 4421

5251 0051 0251 0261 0371 0501 0621

0661 0761 0051 0251 0261 0281 0371 0491

0501 0621 0661 0761 2231 2241 5261 5271 0051 0501 0621 0851

0311 0411 0621 0881 1061 0541 1101

0631 0711 0741 1271 1351 1401

1501 1701 1791 1801 2111 2151 2301 2321 4101 5281 5291 5301

5311 5321 5331 5341 5351 5361 5371 5381 5391 5661 0051 0161 0271 0291 0361 0421

0501 0551 0621 0631 0661 0711 0051 0161 0271 0321 0361 0421

0461 0551 0631 0661 0711 2141 2351 5401 5411 5421 5431 5451 5461 5471 5481 5491 5501 5531

5541 5551 5601 5621 0051 0621 0681 0721 0751 1061

1241 1581 1971 4081 4111 0051 0161 0621 0651 2491 0711 0741 0801 1401 2281 5851

5661 0431 1521 2481

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Samsung

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Wards

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The following icons are used in this manual to indicate

features and/or functions that are applicable to various

types of discs. (For disc compatibility information, see _ page 28.)

Icon Disc Icon Disc

_ HDDVD _ DVD-R

_ DVD video disc _ CD-Rw

_ DVD-RW _ CD-R

video disc

HD DVD-R

(Video mode) _ AudioCD

(CD-DA format

Most instructions are based on remote control operation, unless otherwise noted. You can use the

buttons on the remote control and those on the main unit as well when they have the same function. Some

functions are available only from the remote control.

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Connections

Connect your player to your A/V system.

Connect the player to your TV to view pictures. Follow the steps 1 to 3 below to make your connection.

Check the type of video input on your TV.

To view 480p, 720p, 1080i pictures, use the HDMI OUTPUT jack or the COMPONENT OUTPUT jacks to connect to a TV. Some discs may require use of the HDMI OUTPUT jack for viewing of high resolution material.

HDMI input 1

HDMI iNPUT

Viewable.

Most recommended*

Viewable.

(Some discs may be down

converted or require

HDMI connection.)

S-VIDEO or

- - (yellow) input

*Why HDMI connection is most recommended? HD DVD and DVD video disc creators have the option to include copy protection instructions in their discs that prohibit the output of some standard video or high definition video (original 720p or 1080i or up-converted 480i or 480p) from the COMPONENT OUTPUT jacks. If such instructions are present in the disc you are playing, you must use the HDMI OUTPUT jack to view the disc in a high definition format and the COMPONENT OUTPUT jacks, if activated, will output video only in 480i or 480p resolution.

Down converted.

(Some discs may require

HDMI or component

video connection.)

Caution on connection

• Do not power this player using any power cord other than the one supplied with this player.

• De net use the supplied power cord with any device other than this player.

Notes on connection

• When you connect the player to your TV, be sure to turn off the power and unplug both units from the wall outlet before making any connections.

• Connect the player directly to your TV. Ifyou connect the player to a VCR, TV/VCR combination, video selector or AV amplifier, the playback picture may be distorted due to copy protection.

Connect the player to your TV.

HDMI stands for High Definition Multimedia Interface. HDMI transfers digital audio and uncompressed digital

video on a single cable. As a result, audio cables and video cables don't need to be connected separately to a device.

The HDMI OUTPUT jack is designed to HDMI Version 1.2a.

I I To HDMI OUTPUT

HDMI INPUT

Depending on the equipment connected to this player, such as a TV or aprojector, no sound may beoutput by the display.

In this case, set "Digital Output HDMr' ( _ page 53) to"PCM". Ifsound sti_

is not heard, use analog output.

If you use both the HDMI OUTPUT jack and the COMPONENT OUTPUT jacks simultaneouly, video output from the player to the TV connected via the COMPONENT OUTPUT jacks may be cut depending on the disc.

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Notes

• Refer to the owner's manual for the TV to be connected to this player for more information concerning HDMI connections.

• When the HDMI connection is not verified, the error message appears on the front panel display. In this case, disconnect the HDMI cable then connect it again, or turn off the connected HDMI device then turn it on.

• HDMI output is digital only, DVI analog is not supported.

• HDMI is an evolving technology, so it is possible that some devices may not operate properly with this player.

• Be sure to use an HDMI cable with the HDMI logo (H-"lrrlli ") to connect an HDMI device.

• If your display does not support multi-channel audio, to use multi-channel audio you will need to either use an AV

receiver that supports multi-channel audio over HDMI (set "Digital Output HDMI" to "Auto" or to match the decoding capability of your equipment) or use a receiver that has an optical SPDIF digital audio input (set "Digital Output

SPDIF" to match the decoding capability of your equipment).

• If you use also the ANALOG AUDIO OUTPUT jacks or the DIGITAL AUDIO OUTPUT BITSTREAM/PCM jack to obtain sounds, the output level from these jacks will be reduced when playing a disc recorded in multi channel while setting

"Digital Output HDMI" ( _ page 53) to "Auto" or "PCM". In this case, the output level will be restored by setting to "Downmixed PCM".

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Finally connect the supplied power cord to a wall outlet.

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If you obtain analog sound output, connect these jacks to audio input jacks on your TV using the audio cable. For digital sound output, see "Connecting to an audio

system" ( _ page 25).

If you use both the HDMI OUTPUT jack and the COMPONENT OUTPUT jacks simultaneouly, video output from the player to the TV connected via the COMPONENT OUTPUT jacks may be cut depending on the disc.

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If you obtain analog sound output, connect these jacks to audio input jacks on your TV using the audio cable.

For digital sound output, see "Connecting to an

audio system" ( _ page 25).

Connect either.

To VIDEO

Finally connect the supplied power cord to a wall outlet.

Make the necessary setting.

1 Turn on the connected TV and select the input from the player.

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2 Press ON/STANDBY to turn on the player (_ page 30).

3 Press SETUP to display "SETUP MENU", if not displayed.

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4 Press • / • to select "Picture" then press OK.

5 Press • / • to select "Resolution Setting", then press OK.

6 Press •/• to select the resolution according to the performance of

your TV as shown in the table below.

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Select "up to 1080i".

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Component video input

Select the resolution according to the performance of the connected TV.

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Refer to the table on the next page for actual resolution of the player par each setting.

• For best output, disc's native resolution is also important. See the note on 0 page 24.

7 Press OK.

8 Press SETUP to turn off "SETUP MENU".

The necessary setting is complete. Now your player is ready. Proceed to _ page 30 to begin your operation.

No need to set.

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