TOSHIBA SERVICE MANUAL DVD VIDEO PLAYER SD-K740SUA

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Introduction

Notes on discs (continued)

Table of contents
Introduction Advanced playback
Zooming ................................................................. 21 Locating desired scene .......................................... 21 Marking the scenes ................................................ 22 Returning to the scenes ......................................... 22 Repeat playback .................................................... 23 A-B Repeat playback ............................................. 23 Program playback .................................................. 24 Random playback .................................................. 24 Changing angles .................................................... 25 Title selection ......................................................... 25 DVD menu .............................................................. 25 Changing soundtrack language ............................. 26 Setting surround sound .......................................... 26 Subtitles ................................................................. 27 Karaoke playback ....
.............................................. 27 Disc status .............................................................. 28 To turn off the PBC ................................................. 28 MP3/WMA/JPEG operation ................................... 29 MP3/WMA/JPEG CD information ..................... 29 MP3/WMA CD playback ................................... 30 JPEG CD playback ........................................... 31 Slide show playback ......................................... 31 Selecting PROGRESSIVE scan ............................ 32 SAFETY PRECAUTIONS ........................................ 2 IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS ................................... 3 Precautions .............................................................. 6 Notes on discs ......................................................... 7 Table of contents ...................................................... 9 Identification of controls ......................................... 10 Front panel ............................
........................... 10 Rear panel ........................................................ 10 FL display ......................................................... 11 Remote control ................................................. 12 Loading batteries .............................................. 13 Operating with the remote control .................... 13

About this owner's manual
This owner's manual explains the basic instructions of this DVD video player. Some DVD video discs are produced in a manner that allows specific or limited operation during playback. As such, the DVD may not respond to all operating commands. This is not a defect in the DVD. Refer to instruction notes of discs. " " may appear on the TV screen during operation. A " " means that the operation is not permitted by the DVD or the disc. For example, sometimes it is unable to stop the playback of copyright message of the disc when the STOP (3) button is pressed. Alternatively, the " " may also indicate that the feature is not available for the disc.

Playable discs
This DVD video player can play the following discs.
Disc Mark Contents Disc Size Maximum playback time
Approx. 4 hours (single sided disc) 12 cm Audio + Video (moving pictures) 8 cm Approx. 160 minutes (double sided disc) Approx. 8 hours (double sided disc) Approx. 80 minutes (single sided disc)

DVD video discs

Connections
Connecting to a TV ................................................ 14 Connecting to a TV ........................................... 14 Connecting to an audio system and TV equipped with component video inputs ............ 15

Notes on region numbers
The region number of this DVD is 1. If region numbers, which stand for their playable area, are printed on your DVD video disc and you do not find 1 or ALL , disc playback will not be allowed by the player. (In this case, the DVD will display a message on-screen.)
Video CDs
DIGITAL VIDEO

Audio + Video (moving pictures)

12 cm

Approx. 74 minutes

8 cm

Approx. 20 minutes

Connecting to optional equipment ......................... 16 Connecting to an amplifier equipped with a Dolby Digital decoder ....................................... 16 Connecting to an amplifier equipped with Dolby Surround Pro Logic ................................ 16 Connecting to an amplifier equipped with a DTS decoder ................................................. 16 Connecting to an amplifier equipped with an MPEG2 audio decoder ................................ 17 Connecting to an amplifier equipped with a digital audio input .......................................... 17

On Video CDs
This DVD supports Video CDs equipped with the PBC (Version 2.0) function. (PBC is the abbreviation of Playback Control.) You can enjoy two playback variations depending on types of discs. · Video CD not equipped with PBC function (Version 1.1) Sound and movie can be played on this unit in the same way as an audio CD. · Video CD equipped with PBC function (Version 2.0) In addition to operation of a Video CD not equipped with the PBC function, you can enjoy playback of interactive software with search function by using the menu displayed on the TV screen (Menu Playback). Some of the functions described in this owner's manual may not work with some discs.
Audio CDs
Audio

12 cm 8 cm (CD single)

Approx. 74 minutes

Approx. 20 minutes

Function setup
Customizing the function settings .......................... 33 Setting procedure ............................................. 33 Setting details ................................................... 34 Temporary disabling of rating level by DVD disc .... 38 Language code list ................................................. 39 Multi brand remote control ..................................... 40 Setting TV control codes .................................. 40 Table of TV brand codes .................................. 40

The following discs are also available. DVD-R/RW discs of DVD video format CD-R/CD-RW discs of CD-DA, Video CD, SVCD, MP3, WMA or JPEG format Kodak Picture CD and FUJICOLOR CD format Some of these discs may be incompatible.

Basic playback
Playing a disc ......................................................... 18 Basic playback ................................................. 18 Playing in fast reverse or fast forward directions . 20 Playing frame by frame .................................... 20 Playing in slow-motion ...................................... 20 Locating a chapter or track ............................... 20

· You cannot play discs other than those listed above. · You cannot play discs of DVD-RAM,DVD-ROM, Photo CD, etc., or non standardized discs even if they may be labeled as above. · Some CD-R/RWs can not be played back depending on the recording conditions. · This unit uses the NTSC color system, and cannot play DVD video discs recorded in any other color system (PAL, SECAM, etc.).

Others
Troubleshooting ..................................................... 41 Specifications ......................................................... 42 Limited warranty ..................................................... 43

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Introduction

Identification of controls
See the page in for details.

Front panel

FL display
TRACK indicator (TRACK) CD indicator (CD)

ON/STANDBY ( ) button & Disc tray STOP button & OPEN/CLOSE button &

&

Power indicator

DVD indicator (DVD)
&

Repeat mode indicators (ALL REPEAT, REPEAT, REPEAT A

B)

DVD CD

TRACK

ALL

REPEAT A

B

SKIP buttons PLAY button
&



Remote sensor

!

DVD display



Play indicator ( Pause indicator ( )

)

Message or number indicator (Title, chapter, track, playing time or other information)

Rear panel
When connecting the optical digital cable, remove the cap and fit the connector into the jack firmly. When not using the jack, keep the cap inserted to protect it from dust intrusion.

Dimmer function This function will change the brightness of the FL display during Power-on status. 1. Press FL DIM once to dim the FL display. 2. Press FL DIM twice to turn off the FL display. 3. Press FL DIM third times to turn on the FL display. The display may vary depending on the types of discs you play.

COMPONENT/S-VIDEO selector switch 14 15 OPTICAL DIGITAL AUDIO OUT jack 16 17 COAXIAL DIGITAL AUDIO OUT jack 16 17
OUT PUT
COMPONENT

DVD video disc

Video CD

Audio CD

· During playback:
Example

· During playback:
Example
TRACK

· During playback:
Example
CD TRACK

DIGITAL

DVD

Y
S-VIDEO

PB

L
OPTICAL AUDIO

COAXIAL

PR

R

VEDIO

Playing track 1

Playing track 6

VIDEO OUT jack 14 AUDIO OUT (L/R) jacks 14 15 COMPONENT VIDEO OUT (Y/PB/PR) jacks 15 S-VIDEO OUT jack 14 AC power cord

Some discs may not display elapsed time.

Some discs may not display track numbers or elapsed time.

Some discs may not display track numbers or elapsed time.

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Introduction

Identification of controls (continued)
The instructions in this manual describe the functions on the remote control. See the page in for details.

Remote control

Loading batteries

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

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DVD button & *TV button " *Number buttons (0Ð9) *DISPLAY button TOP MENU button MENU button # ANGLE button # SUBTITLE button AUDIO button $ PLAY button REW button
& % & #

Slide the battery compartment cover in the direction of the arrow.

*POWER (

) button &
& "
Within approx. 7 m (23 feet)

OPEN/CLOSE button CLEAR button SEARCH button *100 button " ZOOM button PLAY MODE button MARKER button STOP button FF button
&

INPUT SELECT button

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!

Install two "R03/AAA" batteries (supplied), paying attention to the polarity diagram in the battery compartment.

Distance: Approx. 7 m (23 feet) from the front of the remote sensor Angle: Approx. 30° in each direction of the front of the remote sensor * Do not expose the remote sensor of the DVD video player to a strong light source such as direct sunlight or other illumination. If you do so, you may not be able to operate the DVD video player via the remote control.

3

Replace the compartment cover.

SLOW buttons SKIP buttons

SETUP button !! Direction buttons ( / / / ) *CH +/Ð, VOL +/Ð buttons RETURN button !!

FL DIM button PAUSE/STEP button ' A-B RPT button ! *PROGRAM button "
"

PROGRESSIVE button *ENTER button


!

MENU button Use the MENU button to display the menu included on many DVD video discs. To operate a menu, follow the instructions in "DVD menu" 25 .

*TV control buttons The various brands of TV listed on page 40 can be operated with this remote control. There may be some TV models that cannot be operated with this remote control. If this is the case, use the original remote control supplied with the TV.

Notes on batteries Improper use of batteries may cause battery leakage and corrosion. To operate the remote control correctly, follow the instructions below. · Do not insert batteries into the remote control in the wrong direction. · Do not charge, heat, open, or short-circuit the batteries. Do not throw batteries into a fire. · Do not leave dead or exhausted batteries in the remote control. · Do not use different types of batteries together, or mix old and new batteries. · If you do not use the remote control for a long period of time, remove the batteries to avoid possible damage from battery corrosion. · If the remote control does not function correctly or if the operating range becomes reduced, replace all batteries with new ones. · If battery leakage occurs, wipe the battery liquid from the battery compartment, then insert new batteries.

Notes on the remote control · Direct the remote control at the remote sensor of the DVD video player. · 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. · When using the remote control, press the button at intervals of about 1 second to ensure the correct mode of operation.

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Connections

Component video outputs

Connecting to a TV
Connect the DVD video player to your TV.

PROGRESSIVE outputs Some TVs or monitors are equipped with component video inputs that are capable of reproducing a progressively scanned video signal. Connecting to these inputs allows you to view the highest quality pictures with less flicker. INTERLACED outputs Some TVs or monitors are equipped with component video inputs. Connecting to these inputs allows you to enjoy the highest quality DVD picture playback.

Connecting to a TV
Signal flow

Connecting to an audio system and TV equipped with component video inputs
Signal flow

COMPONENT S-VIDEO

OUT PUT
Y PB PR L
OPTICAL AUDIO

DIGITAL
S-VIDEO
COAXIAL

COMPONENT

OUT PUT
Y PB PR L
OPTICAL AUDIO

DIGITAL

COAXIAL

R

VEDIO

R

VEDIO

To AUDIO OUT
To SVIDEO OUT (red) (white) (yellow) (red) (white)

To AUDIO OUT

To VIDEO OUT Audio/video cable (supplied)

To wall outlet

To PB To Y VIDEO VIDEO OUT OUT

To PR VIDEO OUT

Audio cable (not supplied)

To video input To audio inputs
(red) (white) (yellow) (red)

To audio inputs of the amplifier
(white)

If the TV has the Component input, connect the DVD video player with the Component cable. When using the Component cable, do not connect the yellow video cable. To wall outlet Set the COMPONENT/S-VIDEO selector switch to the COMPONENT position.

S-video cable (not supplied)

To S-video input To PR video input To PB video input To Y video input Component video cable (not supplied)

If the TV has an S-video input, connect the DVD video player with an S-video cable. When using an S-video cable, do not connect the yellow video cable. Set the COMPONENT/S-VIDEO selector switch to the S-VIDEO position.

Audio system TV or monitor with audio/video inputs

TV or monitor with ColorStream® component video inputs

Notes: · Actual labels for component video inputs may vary depending on the TV manufacturer. (ex. Y, R-Y, B-Y or Y, CB, CR) · In some TVs or monitors, the color levels of the playback picture may be reduced slightly or the tint may change. In such a case, adjust the TV or monitor for optimum performance.

Notes: · Refer to the owner's manual of the connected TV as well. · When you connect the DVD video player to your TV, be sure to turn off the power and unplug both units from the wall outlet before making any connections. · If your television set has one audio input, connect the left and right audio outputs of the DVD video player to a Y cable adapter (not supplied) and then connect to your TV. · Connect the DVD video player directly to your TV. If you connect the DVD video player to a VCR, TV/VCR combination or video selector, the playback picture may be distorted as DVD video discs are copy protected.

Notes: · Refer to the owner's manual of the connected equipment as well. · When you connect the DVD video player to other equipment, be sure to turn off the power and unplug all of the equipment from the wall outlet before making any connections. · If you place the DVD video player near a tuner or radio, the radio broadcast sound might be distorted. In this case, place the DVD video player away from the tuner and radio. · The output sound of the DVD video player has a wide dynamic range. Be sure to adjust the receiver's volume to a moderate listening level. Otherwise, the speakers may be damaged by a sudden high volume sound. · Turn off the amplifier before you connect or disconnect the DVD video player's power cord. If you leave the amplifier power on, the speakers may be damaged. · When connecting to a TV using the Video or S-video jack, do not set the COMPONENT/S-VIDEO selector switch to the COMPONENT position and make the Progressive scan mode On with the PROGRESSIVE button. If you do it, the Video and S
-video outputs do not feed the correct signals and you cannot see any picture. To turn off the Progressive scan mode, select PROGRESSIVE scan Off ! .

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Connections

Connecting to optional equipment
You can enjoy high quality dynamic sounds by connecting the unit to optional audio equipment. For connection to your TV, see "Connecting to a TV" "
# .

· This section uses the following reference mark.
: Front speaker : Rear speaker : Sub woofer : Center speaker : Signal flow

Connecting to an amplifier equipped with a Dolby Digital decoder
Dolby Digital Dolby Digital is the surround sound technology used in theaters showing the latest movies, and is now available to reproduce this realistic effect in the home. You can enjoy motion picture and live concert DVD video discs with this dynamic realistic sound by connecting the DVD video player to a 6 channel amplifier equipped with a Dolby Digital decoder or Dolby Digital processor. If you have a Dolby Surround Pro Logic decoder, you will obtain the full benefit of Pro Logic from the same DVD movies that provide full 5.1channel Dolby Digital soundtracks, as well as from titles with the Dolby Surround mark.

Warning · When playing DTS-encoded discs (DVD video discs and audio CDs), excessive noise may be output from the analog stereo jacks. To avoid possible damage to the audio system, you should take proper precautions when the AUDIO OUT (L/R) jacks of the DVD video player are connected to an amplification system. (Do not leave the ANALOG AUDIO OUT (L/R) cables dangling.) To enjoy DTS Digital SurroundTM playback, an external 5.1 channel DTS Digital SurroundTM decoder system must be connected to the OPTICAL DIGITAL AUDIO OUT jack or COAXIAL DIGITAL AUDIO OUT jack of the DVD video player.

Connecting to an amplifier equipped with an MPEG2 audio decoder
MPEG2 sound You can enjoy motion picture and live concert DVD video discs with dynamic realistic sound by connecting an amplifier equipped with an MPEG2 audio decoder or MPEG2 audio processor.

Amplifier equipped with a Dolby Digital decoder To COAXIAL type digital audio input To OPTICAL type digital audio input

OUT PUT
COMPONENT

DIGITAL

Y
S-VIDEO

PB

L
OPTICAL AUDIO

COAXIAL

PR

R

VEDIO

Connect either.
Optical digital cable (not supplied) 75 coaxial cable (not supplied)
Manufactured under license from Dolby Laboratories. "Dolby", "Pro Logic", and the double-D symbol are trademarks of Dolby Laboratories.

Amplifier equipped with an MPEG2 audio decoder To COAXIAL type digital audio input To OPTICAL type digital audio input Optical digital cable (not supplied) 75 coaxial cable (not supplied)

OUT PUT
COMPONENT

DIGITAL

Y
S-VIDEO

PB

L
OPTICAL AUDIO

COAXIAL

PR

R

VEDIO

Connect either.

Connecting to an amplifier equipped with Dolby Surround Pro Logic
Dolby Surround Pro Logic You can enjoy the dynamic realistic sound of Dolby Surround Pro Logic by connecting an amplifier and speaker system (right and left front speakers, a center speaker, and one or two rear speakers). With an amplifier equipped with Dolby Digital Connect the equipment the same way as described in "Connecting to an amplifier equipped with a Dolby Digital decoder." Refer to that amplifier's owner's manual and set the amplifier so you can enjoy Dolby Surround Pro Logic sound. With an amplifier not equipped with Dolby Digital Connect the equipment as follows. · This connection is only suitable for Video CDs and Audio CDs.

Connecting to an amplifier equipped with a digital audio input
2 channel digital stereo You can enjoy the dynamic sound of 2 channel digital stereo by connecting an amplifier equipped with a digital audio input and speaker system (right and left front speakers).

*

Amplifier equipped with Dolby Surround Pro Logic To audio input To AUDIO OUT Audio cable (not supplied)

OUT PUT
COMPONENT

DIGITAL

Y
S-VIDEO

Amplifier equipped with a digital audio input To COAXIAL type digital audio input To OPTICAL type digital audio input

OUT PUT
COMPONENT

DIGITAL

Y
S-VIDEO

PB

L
OPTICAL AUDIO

COAXIAL

PB

L
OPTICAL AUDIO

COAXIAL

PR
VEDIO

R

VEDIO

PR

R

* Connect one or two rear speakers. The output sound from the rear speakers will be monaural even if you connect two rear speakers.

Optical digital cable (not supplied) 75 coaxial cable (not supplied)

Connect either.

Connecting to an amplifier equipped with a DTS decoder
Digital Theater Systems (DTS) DTS is a high quality surround technology used in theaters and now available for home use, on DVD video discs or audio CDs. If you have a DTS decoder or processor, you can obtain the full benefit of 5.1 channel DTS encoded sound tracks on DVD video discs or audio CDs.
Amplifier equipped with a DTS decoder To COAXIAL type digital audio input To OPTICAL type digital audio input

OUT PUT
COMPONENT

DIGITAL

Y
S-VIDEO

PB

L
OPTICAL AUDIO

COAXIAL

PR

R

VEDIO

Connect either.
Optical digital cable (not supplied) 75 coaxial cable (not supplied) "DTS" and "DTS Digital Out" are trademarks of Digital Theater Systems, Inc.

Notes: · DO NOT connect the OPTICAL DIGITAL AUDIO OUT jack or COAXIAL DIGITAL AUDIO OUT jack of the DVD video player to the AC-3 RF input of a Dolby Digital Receiver. This input on your A/V Receiver is reserved for Laserdisc use only and is incompatible with the OPTICAL DIGITAL AUDIO OUT jack or COAXIAL DIGITAL AUDIO OUT jack of the DVD video player. · Connect the OPTICAL DIGITAL AUDIO OUT jack or COAXIAL DIGITAL AUDIO OUT jack of the DVD video player to the "OPTICAL" or "COAXIAL" input of a Receiver or Processor. · Refer to the owner's manual of the connected equipment as well. · When you connect the DVD video player to other equipment, be sure to turn off the power and unplug all of the equipment from the wall outlet before making any connections. · The output sound of the DVD video player has a wide dynamic range. Be sure to adjust the receiver's volume to a moderate listening level. Otherwise, the speakers may be damaged by a sudden high volume sound. · Turn off the amplifier before you connect or discon
nect the DVD video player's power cord. If you leave the amplifier power on, the speakers may be damaged.

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Basic playback To obtain a higher quality picture
Occasionally, some picture noise not usually visible during a normal broadcast may appear on the TV screen while playing a DVD video disc because the high resolution pictures on these discs include a lot of information. While the amount of noise depends on the TV you use with this unit, you should generally reduce the sharpness adjustment on your TV when viewing DVD video discs.

Playing a disc
This section shows you the basics on how to play a disc.

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

POWER DVD OPEN/CLOSE

3, 5

4

Power indicator

PLAY STOP PAUSE/STEP

About

DVD

VCD

CD

2 PLAY STOP
DVD VCD CD

Display window

ENTER C/D/B/A

The DVD VCD CD icons on the heading bar show the playable discs for the function described under that heading. DVD : You can use this function with DVD video discs. VCD : You can use this function with Video CDs. CD : You can use this function with Audio CDs and CD-R/RW CDs.

Basic playback
To pause playback (still mode)
Press PAUSE/STEP during playback. To resume normal playback, press PLAY.
· The sound is muted during still mode.

Preparations: · When you want to view a disc, turn on the TV and select the corresponding video input connected to the DVD. This may include S-video or component video inputs which are exclusive to DVD playback. · When you want to enjoy the sound of discs from the audio system, turn on the audio system and select the input connected to the DVD.

To remove the disc
Press OPEN/CLOSE. Remove the disc after the disc tray opens completely.

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Press DVD on the remote control to operate the DVD video player. Press ON/STANDBY (I / ).

5

Press OPEN/CLOSE or PLAY on the unit. The disc tray closes automatically. On the TV-screen, " " changes to "Reading" and then playback commences.
Reading

To stop playback
Press STOP.
STOP

OR

The DVD turns on and the Power indicator lights.

"Reading" display will change to "No Disc". (If DVD disc has already loaded, playback will start automatically.)
No Disc

Be sure to press OPEN/CLOSE to close the disc tray after you remove the disc.

· A menu screen will appear on the TV screen, if the disc has a menu feature. Press C/D or B/A to select title, then press ENTER. Title is selected and play commences.

Screen saver function
The screen saver operates when you leave the unit in DVD stop mode for approx. five minutes. The screen will repeatedly get dark gradually and back to normal.
Notes: · If a non-compatible disc is loaded, "Incorrect Disc", "Region Code Error" or "Parental Error" will appear on the TV screen according to the type of loaded disc. In this case, check your disc again (see pages 8 and 37). · Some discs may take a minute or so to start playback. · When you set a single-faced disc label downwards (ie. the wrong way up) and press the OPEN/CLOSE button or the PLAY button on the unit, "Reading" will appear on the display for 30 seconds and then "Incorrect Disc" will continue to be displayed. · Some discs may not work the resuming facility. · Resuming cannot function when you play a PBC-featured Video CD while the PBC is on. To turn off the PBC, see page 28. · Some playback operations of DVDs may be intentionally fixed by software producers. Since this unit plays DVDs according to the disc contents the software producers designed, some playback features may not be available. Also refer to the instructions supplied with the DVDs. · Do not move the unit during playback. Doing s
o may damage the disc. · Use the OPEN/CLOSE button to open and close the disc tray. Do not push the disc tray while it is moving. Doing so may cause the unit to malfunction. · Do not push up on the disc tray or put any objects other than discs on the disc tray. Doing so may cause the unit to malfunction. · In many instances, a menu screen will appear after playback of a movie is completed. Prolonged display of an on-screen menu may damage your television set, permanently etching that image onto its screen. To avoid this, be sure to press the ON/STANDBY (I / ) button on your remote control once the movie is completed. · There may be a slight delay between you pressing the button and the function activating.

3

Press OPEN/CLOSE. The disc tray opens.

6

Press STOP to end playback. Resuming facility · The unit records the stopped point, depending on the disc. " " appears on the screen. Press PLAY to resume playback (from the scene point). · If you press STOP again or unload the disc (" " appears on the screen.), the unit will clear the stopped point.

4

Place the disc on the disc tray. With the playback side down

To start playback in the stop mode
Press PLAY.

· There are two different disc sizes. Place the disc in the correct guide on the disc tray. If the disc is out of the guide, it may damage the disc and cause the DVD to malfunction. · Do not place a disc which is unplayable in this DVD.

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