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Toshiba HD-E1KY Owner's Manual

Toshiba HD-E1KY Owner's Manual

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  • Page 1 HD DVD player OWNER’S MANUAL...
  • Page 2: Safety Precautions

    Introduction Chapter SAFETY PRECAUTIONS WARNING: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE OR ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS APPLIANCE TO RAIN OR MOISTURE. DANGEROUS HIGH VOLTAGES ARE PRESENT INSIDE THE ENCLOSURE. DO NOT OPEN THE CABINET. REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED PERSONNEL ONLY.
  • Page 3 The mains plug is used as the disconnect device, therefore install the player near the wall outlet so that the mains plug can be accessed easily at all times. CAUTION: 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.
  • Page 4: Important Safety Instructions

    Introduction Chapter IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS CAUTION: PLEASE READ AND OBSERVE ALL WARNINGS AND INSTRUCTIONS GIVEN IN THIS OWNER’S MANUAL AND THOSE MARKED ON THE UNIT. RETAIN THIS BOOKLET FOR FUTURE REFERENCE. This set has been designed and manufactured to assure personal safety. Improper use can result in electric shock or fire hazard.
  • Page 5 ADDITIONAL SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS 14. Do not overload wall outlets; extension cords, or integral convenience receptacles as this can result in a risk of fire or electric shock. 15. Never expose the apparatus to dripping or splashing or place items such as vases, aquariums, any other item filled with liquid, or candles on top of the unit.
  • Page 6: Precautions

    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 or CD logos. If you happen to experience any diffi...
  • Page 7: Notes On Copyright

    Notes on moisture condensation 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.
  • Page 8: Features

    Digital Plus, Dolby TrueHD and DTS to 5.1 channels. DTS-HD support for DTS core only. MP3/WMA audio fi les not supported. Please contact Toshiba customer service for more information. Features subject to change and delayed availability. The fi rmware in this player can be updated.
  • Page 9: Accessories

    To obtain updated information about AACS and this product, please contact Toshiba customer service TEL: 13 30 70. Accessories Composite audio/video cable...
  • Page 10: Table Of Contents

    Introduction Chapter SAFETY PRECAUTIONS ... 2 IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS ... 4 Precautions ... 6 Features ... 8 Accessories ... 9 Index to parts and controls ... 12 7 Front panel ... 12 7 Rear panel ... 13 7 Display ... 14 7 Remote control...
  • Page 11 7 Firmware update ...58 Language code list ... 59 Output sound conversion table ... 60 License information on the software used in the TOSHIBA HD DVD player ... 61 Before calling service personnel ... 68 Specifi cation ... 69 INFORMATION ON CUSTOMER SUPPORT ... Back cover...
  • Page 12: Index To Parts And Controls

    Introduction Chapter Index to parts and controls See pages with arrows for details. Front panel * 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...
  • Page 13: Rear Panel

    Rear panel 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 24 Outputs digital audio signals. Connect to a digital audio input on an amplifi er equipped with digital audio decoder.
  • Page 14: Display

    Introduction Chapter Index to parts and controls (Continued) Display Status indicator : Playing : Fast forward playback : Pausing : Fast reverse playback Disc indicator HD DVD : Illuminates when an HD DVD disc is loaded. : Illuminates when a DVD disc is loaded. TITLE indicator Illuminates when a title number is displayed.
  • Page 15: Remote Control

    Remote control TV CH buttons  page 17 TV   button  page 17 TV/ DVD button  page 17 TV MUTE button  page 17 TV CODE button  page 17 AUDIO button  page 33 TOP MENU button  page 32 RESUME PLAY button  page 36   ...
  • Page 16: Preparation Of The Remote Control

    Introduction Chapter Preparation of the remote control Set up the remote control to operate the player and your TV. Loading batteries Open the cover. Insert batteries. 7 Use 2 batteries (R03 sizes). 7 Make sure to match the + and – on the batteries to the marks inside the battery compartment.
  • Page 17: Programming For Tv Control

    Release The brand code is memorized. Note When replacing the batteries of the remote control, re-enter the brand code of your TV. Brand code table Brand name Brand code Toshiba 2581 2601 3281 4301 4311 4321 Aiwa 3241...
  • Page 18: Hint On Reading This Manual

    Introduction Chapter Preparation of the remote control (Continued) Brand name Brand code Mitsubishi 2621 2701 2961 National 2701 Orion 2691 2781 2851 Panasonic 2701 2711 2741 3551 3761 3911 Philco 2621 Philips 2561 2571 2591 2881 2991 3461 3981 4531 4541 Pioneer 2761...
  • Page 19 Connections Connect your player to your A/V system. Connecting to a TV Connecting to an audio system...
  • Page 20: Connecting To A Tv

    Connections Chapter Connecting to a TV Step Check the type of video input on your TV. To view 480p, 576p, 720p or 1080i output, 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.
  • Page 21: Front Panel Display

    Connections Chapter Step Connect the player to your TV. Via HDMI input 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.
  • Page 22 Connections Chapter Connecting to an TV (Continued) Via component video input To COMPONENT OUTPUT To use the optical digital To use the analog sound output, connect these jacks output, use an optical to audio input jacks on your TV using the audio cable. cable to connect this jack to an optical audio input on a device capable of...
  • Page 23 Connections Chapter Step Confi gure settings for your display. Setting of video output resolution of this player Turn on the TV and select the input to which the player is connected. Press ON/STANDBY to turn on the player ( Press SETUP to display “SETUP MENU”, if not displayed. SETUP MENU Picture TV Shape...
  • Page 24: Connecting To An Audio System

    Connections Chapter Connecting to an audio system You can enjoy the benefi ts of Dolby Digital Plus or Dolby TrueHD by connecting the HDMI output of your player to an AV receiver with an HDMI audio input. You can listen to down-converted Dolby Digital Plus and Dolby TrueHD as well as Dolby Digital and DTS using a receiver with Dolby Digital and DTS decoding capabilities and an optical digital input.
  • Page 25 Note about audio capabilities Dolby Digital Plus and DTS-HD (DTS core only) capability limited to 5.1 channels. DTS-HD processing of DTS core only. Full DTS-HD is not supported. 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.
  • Page 27 Playback (Basic) Play your favorite disc. Disc compatibility Powering on/Loading a disc Playing a disc Playing at various speeds...
  • Page 28: Disc Compatibility

    Notes 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. See information about disc compatibility. This player can play pictures of the PAL/NTSC colour system only.
  • Page 29: Compatibility Notes

    If you experience compatibility problems, please contact Toshiba customer service. HD DVD discs containing high defi nition content at a fi eld rate of 50Hz or a frame rate of 25Hz can not be played on this player without a fi...
  • Page 30: Powering On/Loading A Disc

    Doing so may damage the disc tray. If the disc tray will not open, turn the player off, and press OPEN/CLOSE on the front panel. This may turn the player on and open the disc tray. If it still won’t open, contact Toshiba customer service.
  • Page 31: Playing A Disc

    Playback (Basic) Chapter HD DVD DVD-Video DVD-RW CD-RW DVD-R (CD-DA) CD-R (CD-DA) To display a To display top menu a menu Start Playing a disc Preparation 1 Turn on the TV or audio system and select the corresponding input source that the player is connected to. 2 Turn the power on.
  • Page 32: Playing From The Top Menu

    Playback (Basic) Chapter Playing a disc (Continued) Playing from the top menu HD DVD DVD-Video Some discs may include a top menu, on which you can view the structure of contents or select a scene. Press A top menu appears. Press / / / to select the...
  • Page 33: Selecting The Sound

    Selecting the sound HD DVD If a disc contains several languages, you can select a preferred language from them to hear. Start Notes Selecting the sound of a disc recorded in DVD VR mode When playing a disc recorded in DVD VR mode, select the sound as follows. DVD-Video DVD-RW DVD-R Good...
  • Page 34: Selecting Subtitles

    Playback (Basic) Chapter Playing a disc (Continued) Start Start Selecting subtitles HD DVD DVD-Video You can display subtitles on the TV and select a subtitle language from those included on the disc. Press during playback. The current subtitle setting appears. e.g.
  • Page 35: Playing At Various Speeds

    Playback (Basic) Chapter Playing at various speeds HD DVD DVD-Video DVD-RW CD-RW DVD-R (CD-DA) CD-R (CD-DA) Skipping chapters or tracks Playback starts from the beginning of the current chapter or track. When you press twice, playback starts from the beginning of the previous chapter or track.
  • Page 36: Locating By Entering A Section Number

    Playback (Basic) Chapter Playing at various speeds (Continued) Locating by entering a section number HD DVD DVD-Video DVD-RW DVD-R CD-R CD-R CD-R (CD-DA) (CD-DA) (CD-DA) Normally titles, chapters, and tracks are numbered. By entering these numbers, you can access a desired section.
  • Page 37 Playback (Advanced) Playback variations and other functions. Repeat playback EXTENSION ports Using the cursor function Checking the current status and settings...
  • Page 38: Repeat Playback

    Playback (Advanced) Chapter DVD-Video DVD-RW CD-RW DVD-R (CD-DA) CD-R (CD-DA) Start Repeat playback You can repeat a desired section. Press The repeat modes are listed. Press to select the repeat mode. (The selections on the list vary depending on category or status of a disc.) e.g.
  • Page 39: Extension Ports

    Playback (Advanced) Chapter EXTENSION ports The EXTENSION ports may be used in HD DVD the future for additional control options. Using the cursor function HD DVD EXTENSION ports Start Press support for cursor use is playing. Use the eight direction buttons to move the cursor.
  • Page 40: Checking The Current Status And Settings

    Playback (Advanced) Chapter Checking the current status and settings HD DVD DVD-Video DVD-RW CD-RW DVD-R (CD-DA) CD-R (CD-DA) Start You can confi rm operational status and setting details. Press The following on-screen display appears. (The actual display varies depending on the disc.) HD DVD DVD-Video DVD-RW Chapter number...
  • Page 41: Internet Connection

    Internet connection Connect to a network with an always-on broadband connection and use special content. Internet connection feature (Outline) Internet connection feature (Preparation) Internet connection feature (Operation)
  • Page 42: Internet Connection Feature (Outline)

    HD DVD site HD DVD Movie trailer Special disc Notes Toshiba is not responsible for any malfunction of the player and/or the internet connection feature due to communication errors/malfunctions associated with your broadband internet connection, or other connected equipment. Toshiba is not responsible for any trouble in your internet connection.
  • Page 43 Even if the player is properly connected and confi gured, some internet contents may not operate properly because of internet congestion, the quality or bandwidth of your internet service, problems at the provider of the content or compatibility issues. Some internet connection operations may not be possible due to certain restrictions set by the Internet service provider (ISP) supplying your broadband Internet connection.
  • Page 44: Internet Connection Feature (Preparation)

    Internet connection Chapter Internet connection feature (Preparation) Connect the player to the Internet via an always-on broadband connection. In addition to HD DVD accessing special HD DVD sites, this function is used when updates are available for the control program (fi rmware) of the player. Connection Back view of the player...
  • Page 45 Internet connection setting procedure (Outline) DHCP setting • Set “DHCP” to “On”. The network information is automatically set. • Set “DNS” to “On”. The DNS server is obtained automatically from the DHCP server. If a connection cannot be established even if “DHCP”...
  • Page 46 Internet connection Chapter Internet connection feature (Preparation) (Continued) Proxy Setting Enter the proxy server address when your provider requires proxy setting. 1 On “Ethernet” menu, press buttons to select “Proxy setting” then press OK button. 2 Set “Proxy” to “On” then press OK button. Proxy Setting Proxy Server...
  • Page 47: Internet Connection Feature (Operation)

    Internet connection Chapter Internet connection feature (Operation) HD DVD Start Preparation Connect and confi gure the player to access the Internet beforehand pages 44 to 46). Insert the HD DVD disc and close the tray. The disc begins to play. If the disc does not begin to play, press Select an item from the menu.
  • Page 49 This chapter includes details on setting items and information on troubleshooting problems. Customizing the function settings Language code list Output sound conversion table License information on the software used in the TOSHIBA HD DVD player Before calling service personnel Specifi cation INFORMATION ON CUSTOMER SUPPORT...
  • Page 50: Customizing The Function Settings

    Others Chapter Customizing the function settings Returns to the previous screen Start You can change the default settings to customize performance to your preference. During stop, press “SETUP MENU” appears. Press to select the group that contains a desired item, then press SETUP MENU Picture Audio...
  • Page 51 Group Setting Picture TV Shape HD DVD DVD-Video DVD-RW Picture Mode HD DVD DVD-Video DVD-RW Resolution Setting HD DVD DVD-Video DVD-RW PAL/Auto DVD-Video DVD-RW Audio Digital Out SPDIF HD DVD DVD-Video DVD-RW CD-RW (CD-DA) Digital Out HDMI HD DVD DVD-Video DVD-RW CD-RW (CD-DA) Dynamic Range...
  • Page 52: Picture

    Others Chapter Customizing the function settings (Continued) Picture TV Shape 16:9 Select when a 16:9 wide TV is connected. Select when a standard 4:3 TV is connected. Displays pictures cropped to fi ll your TV screen. Both of the picture’s sides are cut off. 4:3 Letter Box Select when a standard 4:3 TV is connected.
  • Page 53: Audio

    Audio Digital Out SPDIF Selects the output sound format by the DIGITAL AUDIO OUTPUT BITSTREAM/PCM jack on this player. For details about output sound selection, see Bitstream Select this when an AV receiver or processor equipped with built-in Dolby Digital, DTS or MPEG decoder is connected to this player.
  • Page 54: Language

    Others Chapter Customizing the function settings (Continued) Language Disc Menu Language To select a preferred language for disc menus. English To display disc menus in English. French To display disc menus in French. Japanese To display disc menus in Japanese. German To display disc menus in German.
  • Page 55: Ethernet

    On Screen Language To select a preferred language for on-screen displays. English To view on-screen display in English. French To view on-screen display in French. Japanese To view on-screen display in Japanese. German To view on-screen display in German. Ethernet See the “Internet connection”...
  • Page 56: General

    Others Chapter Customizing the function settings (Continued) General Parental Lock HD DVD and DVD video discs equipped with the Parental Lock function have a predetermined limitation level. The limitation level or limitation method may differ depending on the disc. For example the whole contents of a disc may not be played back, or an extreme violent scene may be cut or replaced automatically by another scene.
  • Page 57 Clock Set To set the clock of the player. Select your time zone by buttons, then press OK button. Press button to shift the cursor to the next input area. Enter the year using the number buttons, then press OK button. Set “Month”, “Date”...
  • Page 58: Firmware Update

    The writing of the software being downloaded will be halted and the player may no longer work properly. If the player stops working, contact Toshiba customer service. Persistent Storage To open the menu to control player’s memory allocated for content.
  • Page 59: Language Code List

    Language code list...
  • Page 60: Output Sound Conversion Table

    Others Chapter Output sound conversion table Disc Audio Format HD DVD Video DD Plus/ Dolby TrueHD/ Advanced con. dts-HD/L-PCM DD plus True HD 48kHz 96kHz HD DVD Video 192kHz Standard dts-HD content L-PCM 48kHz 96kHz 192kHz MPEG L-PCM 48kHz DVD-Video 96kHz MPEG L-PCM...
  • Page 61: License Information On The Software Used In The Toshiba Hd Dvd Player

    However, some of the software components distributed under an EULA are made available for use by the user on the assumption that they are not copyrighted or warranted by TOSHIBA or any third party. These software components are licensed to the user free of charge and therefore not covered by any warranty within the scope of the applicable laws.
  • Page 62 Others Chapter License information on the software used in the TOSHIBA HD DVD player (Continued) GNU GENERAL PUBLIC LICENSE TERMS AND CONDITIONS FOR COPYING, DISTRIBUTION AND MODIFICATION 0. This License applies to any program or other work which contains a notice placed by the copyright holder saying it may be distributed under the terms of this General Public License.
  • Page 63 License. If you cannot distribute so as to satisfy simultaneously your obligations under this License and any other pertinent obligations, then as a consequence you may not distribute the Program at all. For example, if a patent license would not permit royalty-free redistribution of the Program by all those who receive copies directly or indirectly through you, then the only way you could satisfy both it and this License would be to refrain entirely from...
  • Page 64 Others Chapter License information on the software used in the TOSHIBA HD DVD player (Continued) E x h i b i t B GNU LESSER GENERAL PUBLIC LICENSE Version 2.1, February 1999 Copyright © 1991, 1999 Free Software Foundation, Inc. 59 Temple Place, Suite 330, Boston, MA 02111-1307 USA Everyone is permitted to copy and distribute verbatim copies of this license document, but changing it is not allowed.
  • Page 65 above, provided that you also meet all of these conditions: a) The modifi ed work must itself be a software library. b) You must cause the fi les modifi ed to carry prominent notices stating that you changed the fi les and the date of any change. c) You must cause the whole of the work to be licensed at no charge to all third parties under the terms of this License.
  • Page 66 Others Chapter License information on the software used in the TOSHIBA HD DVD player (Continued) and provided that you do these two things: a) Accompany the combined library with a copy of the same work based on the Library, uncombined with any other library facilities.
  • Page 67 E x h i b i t C LICENSE ISSUES The OpenSSL toolkit stays under a dual license, i.e. both the conditions of the OpenSSL License and the original SSLeay license apply to the toolkit. See below for the actual license texts. Actually both licenses are BSD-style Open Source licenses.
  • Page 68: Before Calling Service Personnel

    Others Chapter Before calling service personnel If you experience any of the following diffi culties while using this unit, check the list below before consulting your nearest Toshiba dealer. Symptom No power. No picture. No sound. The disc does not play.
  • Page 69: Specifi Cation

    Others Chapter Power requirement 41.0W Power supply 220 – 240V AC 50/60Hz Mass 4.1kg External dimension Width 430 x Height 65.5 x Depth 345mm Signal system Standard PAL/NTSC colour TV system Laser Semiconductor laser, Wavelength: 405nm/650nm/ 780nm VIDEO output 1.0Vp-p (75 ), Sync signal negative, Pin jack x 1 system S-VIDEO output (Y) 1.0Vp-p (75 ), Sync signal negative,...
  • Page 70 Others Chapter MEMO...
  • Page 71 MEMO...
  • Page 72: Information On Customer Support

    HD DVD is a new and evolving format, so changes and improvements are possible. To obtain updated information about HD DVD and this product, as well as customer support information about this product, please contact Toshiba customer service TEL: 13 30 70. Printed on 70% Recycled Paper ○...

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