Toshiba SD-P2900SR Owner's Manual

Toshiba SD-P2900SR Owner's Manual

Toshiba portable dvd player owner's manual
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PORTABLE DVD PLAYER

SD-P2900SR
OWNER S MANUAL
DIGITAL VIDEO
Owner's Record
The model number and serial number are on the bottom of your DVD player. Record these numbers in the spaces below.
Refer to these numbers whenever you communicate with your Toshiba dealer about this DVD player.
Model number:
Serial number:
Introduction
Preparations
Playback
Function Settings
Connections
Others
PX1D00001371
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  • Page 1: Portable Dvd Player

    Owner’s Record The model number and serial number are on the bottom of your DVD player. Record these numbers in the spaces below. Refer to these numbers whenever you communicate with your Toshiba dealer about this DVD player. Model number:...
  • Page 2: Safety Precautions

    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. CAUTION: This equipment employs a Laser System.
  • Page 3 In the spaces provided below, record the Model and Serial No. located on the bottom of your DVD player. Model No. Serial No. Retain this information for future reference. About disposal The cold cathode fl uorescent lamp in the LCD panel contains a small amount of mercury. Please follow local ordinances or regulations when you dispose of the product.
  • Page 4 SAFETY PRECAUTIONS Location of the required label Following information is only for EU-member states: The use of the symbol indicates that this product may not be treated as household waste. By ensuring this product is disposed of correctly, you will help prevent potential negative consequences for the environment and human health, which could otherwise be caused by inappropriate waste handling of this product.
  • Page 5: Important Safety Instructions

    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 unit is fully transistorized and does not contain any parts that can be repaired by the user. DO NOT REMOVE THE CABINET COVER, OR YOU MAY BE EXPOSED TO DANGEROUS VOLTAGE.
  • Page 6 IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS ADDITIONAL SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS 13. When you use headphones, keep the volume at a moderate level. If you use the headphones continuously with high volume sound, it may cause hearing damaged. 14. Do not overload wall outlets; extension cords, or integral convenience receptacles as this can result in a risk of fi...
  • Page 7 Take the battery pack to an authorized Toshiba service provider. f) Keep the battery pack away from heat or fi re.
  • Page 8 IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS g) Never dispose of used battery packs with other ordinary solid wastes, since they contain toxic substances. Always dispose of used battery packs in accordance with community regulations that apply to the disposal of batteries. Cover the metal terminals with insulating tape, in order to prevent accidental short-circuiting.
  • Page 9 30. After unpacking coin-shaped batteries, store them in poly bags, etc. separately one by one when unused. If you leave them unwrapped, they may be short- circuited by contact with metal objects, resulting in battery leakage, heat or bursting. This may cause burns or injury.
  • Page 10 IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS e) When handling, using or storing the adapter power cord NEVER: Place or locate near any apparatus that produces heat. Disassemble, splice or extend the cord. Pull, force or place any heavy objects on the cord. Bend, twist or bind the cord. f) Keep away from the driving device (such as brake pedal, etc.) and the moving equipment (such as a seat rail, car windows, door, etc.).
  • Page 11: Precautions

    Precautions Notes on handling Do not shock the LCD monitor. It may cause unit damage and malfunction. Do not use the player in a place subject to vibration. Neglecting this may cause malfunction of the player or damage to the disc. Do not leave the player in a vehicle.
  • Page 12 Precautions (continued) Notes on moisture condensation Moisture condensation damages the player. 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 player.
  • Page 13: Notes On Region Numbers

    About this owner’s manual This owner’s manual explains the basic instructions of this player. Some DVD video discs are produced in a manner that allows specifi c or limited operation during playback. As such, the player may not respond to all operating commands.
  • Page 14: Table Of Contents

    Table of contents Introduction SAFETY PRECAUTIONS ... 2 IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS ... 5 Precautions ... 11 Identifi cation of Controls ... 16 Accessories ... 19 Notes and Information ... 20 Playable discs ...20 Preparations Preparation of the remote control ... 26 Power connection ...
  • Page 15 Changing the camera angle ... 46 Selecting subtitles ... 46 Selecting a playback sound..47 Playing audio/video/picture fi les ... 48 Selecting the sound enhancement ... 52 Adjusting the picture ... 52 On-screen Display mode ... 53 Function Settings Customizing the function settings ...
  • Page 16: Identifi Cation Of Controls

    Identifi cation of Controls Instructions and actual buttons 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.
  • Page 18 Identifi cation of Controls (continued) ■...
  • Page 19: Accessories

    Accessories Check that the following accessories are supplied. Remote control (MEDR16UX) Audio/video cable Coin-shaped battery (CR2025) AC adapter (ADPV16A)* Battery pack* (SD-PBP100R) Owner’s manual Vehicle adapter Component video cable Power cord* Carrying case Headphones Use this for carrying, etc. of the player.
  • Page 20: Notes And Information

    Notes and Information Playable discs This player can play the following discs. Disc Disc Mark DVD Video disc DVD-RW DVD-R Video CD DIGITAL VIDEO Audio CD CD-ROM CD-R/RW R e W r i t a b l e is a trademark of DVD Format/Logo Licensing Corporation. Disc Size •Video(moving pictures)+Audio 12cm/8cm...
  • Page 21 ・ Depending on the data recording method or the disc status, playback on this player may not be possible, even if the disc is labeled as left. Toshiba cannot assure that all discs bearing the DVD or CD logos will operate as expected.
  • Page 22 Notes and Information (continued) On handling discs Do not touch the playback side of the disc. Do not attach paper or tape to discs. On cleaning discs Fingerprints and dust on the disc may cause picture and sound deterioration. Wipe the disc from the center outwards with a soft cloth.
  • Page 23 Saving data • It is recommended that you back up your memory card data. Toshiba is not liable for any damage caused by the use of any memory card with this DVD player. Toshiba will not compensate for any lost data or recording(s) caused by the use of such cards.
  • Page 24 Notes and Information (continued) Notices for use Ensure that you insert the memory card correctly into this player. Do not eject the memory card while it is in use. If ejected while in use information on the memory card may be lost. This memory card is a precision electrical instrument.
  • Page 25: Preparations

    Preparations Preparations before using. ● Preparation of the remote control ● Power connection ● Using the battery pack ● Powering on/off ● Changing the AV mode...
  • Page 26: Preparation Of The Remote Control

    Preparation of the remote control Insert the specifi ed battery to the remote control. See page 8 , for safety use of coin-shaped batteries. Gently insert a fi ngernail in groove q and pull out the holder in direction w. Backside Take care not to break your fi...
  • Page 27: Power Connection

    Power connection Connect the supplied AC adapter to wall outlet as below. Follow steps 1 to 3 to connect. When disconnecting, reverse this order. AC adapter Connect the supplied AC adapter and the power cord firmly. To wall outlet Power cord CAUTION •...
  • Page 28: Using The Battery Pack

    Using the battery pack The supplied battery pack can power the player for operation outdoors or in a place with no outlets. WARNING • Do not use a battery pack other than one specifi ed as it can result in a fi re or damage to the unit. •...
  • Page 29: Charging The Battery Pack

    Important • Detach the battery pack from the player after being used. ■ Charging the battery pack The battery pack needs to be charged before use. (The battery indicator ( ) is shown in the upper left corner of the screen when the power in the battery pack is running low.) Perform a full charge before the fi...
  • Page 30 Using the battery pack (continued) ■ Detaching the battery pack Turn the player off. Disconnect the AC adapter and the power cord from the player. Turn the player upside down. Slide the battery pack’s lock switch in the direction of the arrow q, then slide the battery pack in the direction of the arrow w to remove Lock switch Close the connector cover on the bottom of the...
  • Page 31: Powering On/Off

    Powering on/off Slide the power switch to turn the power on or off. Power switch Condition POWER Charging indicator POWER Power Switch indicator Green Orange...
  • Page 32: Changing The Av Mode

    Changing the AV mode You can enjoy various pictures of discs or connected equipments by changing the AV mode. Change it depending on your needs. Press MODE repeatedly to select the AV mode. Each time you press MODE, the AV mode changes on the screen as below. (Normal) (Memory card) (AV in)
  • Page 33: Playback

    Playback Play your favorite disc. ● Loading a disc ● Connecting to headphones ● Playing a disc ● Changing a playback speed ● Playing a desired scene ● Playing in random order ● Playing repeatedly ● Playing in a favorite order ●...
  • Page 34: Loading A Disc

    Loading a disc For disc compatibility information, see page 20 . Open the LCD monitor. Press OPEN on the main unit. The disc cover opens. Before using the player for the fi rst time, remove the protective sheet beneath the disc cover. Set a disc.
  • Page 35: Connecting To Headphones

    CAUTION • Keep your fi ngers clear of the disc as it is spinning. Neglecting to may cause serious personal injury. • Be careful not to catch your fi ngers in the disc holder. • Do not use a cracked, deformed, or repaired discs. •...
  • Page 36: Playing A Disc

    Playing a disc DVD-V ■ Preparations • Turn on the power of the player. • Place a disc to the player. Caution Never operate the player in a moving vehicle. Vibration may prevent proper playback of the player or cause damage to the disc.
  • Page 37: Pausing Playback (Still Mode)

    This type of damage is not covered by your Toshiba Warranty. To avoid this, be sure to press the STOP button once the movie is completed. Using the top menu DVD-V 1 Press TOP MENU.
  • Page 38 Playing a disc (continued) ■ About the screen saver If 20 minutes elapse while the power is on and there is no disc in the player or while the disc is stopped, the screen saver is automatically displayed (when “Screen saver” (refer to “Function Settings”) is set to “On”...
  • Page 39: Changing A Playback Speed

    Changing a playback speed Playing in fast reverse or fast forward DVD-V Press REV or FWD on the remote control during playback. : Fast reverse playback : Fast forward playback Each time you press the REV or FWD button, the playback speed changes.
  • Page 40: Playing A Desired Scene

    Playing a desired scene DVD-V Skipping chapters or tracks Press SKIP ( ) repeatedly to locate the chapter or track you want. Playback starts from the selected chapter or track. : Playback starts from the beginning of the next chapter or track. :...
  • Page 41: Marking The Desired Position To Locate (Bookmark Function)

    Notes • Press the CLEAR button while pressing the SHIFT button to reset the numbers. • Some discs may not respond to this process. • Some scenes may not be located precisely as you specifi ed. Marking the desired position to locate (Bookmark function) First register a bookmark referring to “To register a bookmark”...
  • Page 42: Playing In Random Order

    Playing in random order DVD-V During playback, press RANDOM to display “Shuffl e on” on the screen. Each time you press the button, the random mode “Shuffl e on” and “Shuffl e Off” alternate. The mode on the screen will disappear in a few seconds if not operated.
  • Page 43: Repeating A Title, Chapter Or Track

    Repeating a title, chapter or track During playback, press REPEAT repeatedly to select the repeat mode. Each time you press the button, the repeat mode changes on the screen. Repeat playback starts after fi nishing the current chapter or track. Disc Mode Repeat Chapter...
  • Page 44: Playing In A Favorite Order

    Playing in a favorite order DVD-V During stop, press MEMORY. The programming display appears. e.g. : DVD-V Enter a track number when Program using a video CD. Title 1 Title 2 Title 3 Title 4 Title 5 Title 6 Clear Clear All Play Program Setting the title, chapter or track in the...
  • Page 45: Zooming A Picture

    Zooming a picture DVD-V Press ZOOM during playback. The zoom icon appears. This operation is available also during slow, still, fast forward or fast reverse playback. Select the zoom point and magnifi cation level. • Magnifi cation level: Press ZOOM repeatedly. The magnifi...
  • Page 46: Changing The Camera Angle

    Changing the camera angle DVD-V Press ANGLE while playing a scene recorded with multiple camera angles. The angle icon ( ) appears on the screen. e.g. Angle icon This display does not appear if the disc includes no scenes recorded with multiple angles. If you press ANGLE while playing a scene not recorded with multiple angles, the angle selection is not possible.
  • Page 47: Selecting A Playback Sound

    Selecting a playback sound DVD-V Press AUDIO during playback. The current audio setting is displayed. e.g. D 2 ch Sound recording Audio language system Press AUDIO while the audio setting is displayed on the screen. Each time you press the button, you can select a preferred sound from those included on the DVD video disc.
  • Page 48: Playing Audio/Video/Picture Fi Les

    Use of CD-RW for MP3/WMA fi les is not recommended. You must obtain any required permission from copyright owners to download or use copyrighted content. Toshiba cannot and does not grant such permission. ® (video) or JPEG (picture) fi les on this player. Memory cards 23 ■...
  • Page 49 How to use a memory card Insert a memory card into the slot. Press MODE repeatedly until “ (Memory card)” appears. Insert a media you want to play. The menu appears. e.g. /Track01.CDA Track01 Track02 Track03 Track04 Track05 Track06 Track07 Track08 Select the track/fi...
  • Page 50 Playing audio/picture fi les (continued) ■ Playing repeatedly Select “Repeat” on the screen using during playback then press ENTER. Each time you press ENTER, the repeat mode changes. Off: Resume to normal playback. ↓ Single: Repeats current track. ↓ Folder: Repeats current folder.
  • Page 51 ■ Playing in a favorite order You can combine your favorite track/fi le and play in the order you determine. 1 Select “Edit mode” on the screen using then press ENTER. 2 Position the cursor using on the displayed track/fi le. 3 Select track/fi...
  • Page 52: Selecting The Sound Enhancement

    Selecting the sound enhancement DVD-V Press E.A.M.* The current sound enhancement setting appears. * E.A.M. = Enhanced Audio Mode Press E.A.M. repeatedly. • [3D Off] Normal sound. • [3D On] To obtain virtual surround sound effects from just two speakers. Notes ・...
  • Page 53: On-Screen Display Mode

    Press to adjust the value. Brightness 0 (Darker) to 16 (Brighter) Contrast 0 (Lower) to 16 (Higher) Color 0 (Paler) to 16 (Deeper) Tint 0 (Red) to 16 (Green) Screen 4:3: The picture recorded on the DVD video disc will be played back in 4:3 picture format. 16:9: 4:3 format picture will be played back in 16:9 picture format.
  • Page 55: Function Settings

    Function Settings You can change the default settings to customize performance to your preference. ● Customizing the function settings...
  • Page 56: Customizing The Function Settings

    Customizing the function settings DVD-V You can change the default settings to customize performance to your preference. Press SETUP during stop. The setting menu appears. Press to select the icon of the setting (listed below) to change, then press Press to select the setting you want to change, then press ENTER.
  • Page 57 Video Aspect Ratio View Mode Video out Audio E.A.M. D.R.C. Digital Out Rating Parental control Screen saver Default Default ® DivX Registration To select a picture size according to the aspect ratio DVD-V of your TV, when connected to this player to monitor playback picture.
  • Page 58: Dvd Menu

    Customizing the function settings (continued) ■ Language OSD Menu DVD-V English: To view on-screen displays in English. Français: To view on-screen displays in French. Español: To view on-screen displays in Spanish. Russian: To view on-screen displays in Russian. Subtitle DVD-V English: To display subtitles in English.
  • Page 59 DivX subtitle Western European: To display subtitles in west European language. Central European: To display subtitles in Central European language. Cyrillic: To display subtitles in Cyrillic language. Hebrew: To display subtitles in Hebrew language. Notes • Some DVD video discs may be set to display subtitles in a different language than you selected.
  • Page 60 Customizing the function settings (continued) View Mode DVD-V Fill: Pictures are expanded horizontally and vertically to fi t the shape of the screen. No picture cropping. Original: Pictures are displayed in their original aspect ratios. Auto Fit: Aspect ratios are automatically adjusted. Masking bars may appear on the top and bottom or left and right of picture.
  • Page 61 ■ Audio E.A.M. DVD-V Normal: Normal sound. To obtain expansive virtual surround sound effects from just two speakers. Note • Pressing the E.A.M. button on the remote control also allows you to achieve the same setup. D.R.C. DVD-V On : Dynamic range is reduced.
  • Page 62: Parental Control Dvd-V Vcd Cd

    Customizing the function settings (continued) ■ Rating Parental control DVD-V DVD video discs equipped with the parental lock function are rated according to their content. The contents allowed by a parental lock level and the way a DVD video disc can be controlled may vary from disc to disc.
  • Page 63 ■ To change your 5-digit security code 1 After selecting “Set password”, press the 9 button fi ve times then press ENTER.   The 5-digit security code is cleared. 2 After selecting “Set password”, press the number buttons to create a new 5-digit security code. DVD-V On : To use the menu when playing a PBC-featured VIDEO...
  • Page 65: Connections

    Connections You can connect the player to a TV or audio system. ● Viewing on a connected TV ● Viewing pictures from connected video equipment ● Connecting to audio equipment ● Using the automobile/vehicle adapter or power port...
  • Page 66: Viewing On A Connected Tv

    Viewing on a connected TV You can connect a TV to this player to view playback picture on it. Precedence of signal quality is COMPONENT > S VIDEO > AV OUT. Via the AV OUT jack To AV OUT To video input Yellow (Video) White (Left) Audio/video cable...
  • Page 67: Via The Component Video Connector

    Via the COMPONENT VIDEO connector To component video input Component video cable To C (blue) (supplied) To C (red) To Y (green) To analog audio inputs Audio/video cable (supplied) To COMPONENT VIDEO To AV OUT Make the Setting Select: following “Digital Out”...
  • Page 68: Viewing Pictures From Connected Video Equipment

    Viewing pictures from connected video equipment You can use the LCD of this player to monitor pictures of connected video equipment. Connect video equipment to the AV IN jack of this player. Yellow (Video) To video output Video equipment White (Left) To analog audio inputs Red (Right) Audio/video cable (supplied)
  • Page 69: Connecting To Audio Equipment

    Connecting to audio equipment You can enjoy high quality dynamic sounds by connecting the player to audio equipment. The connecting method depends on the types of audio input, digital or audio. Select the method according to the type of your equipment.
  • Page 70: Connecting To An Audio System Equipped With Analog Audio Inputs

    Connecting to audio equipment (continued) CAUTION • When you are connecting (via the BITSTREAM/PCM jack) an AV decoder that does not have Dolby Digital, DTS or MPEG2 decoding function, be sure to set “Digital Out” to “PCM” from the on-screen displays Otherwise, high volume sound may damage your hearing as well as the speakers.
  • Page 71: Using The Automobile/Vehicle Adapter Or Power Port

    Using the automobile/vehicle adapter or power port For use of the DVD player in a car, this adapter can power the DVD player from the cigarette lighter socket. WARNING • NEVER operate the DVD player or view a DVD Video while operating an automobile or other vehicle.
  • Page 72 Using the automobile/vehicle adapter or power port (continued) 1 Turn off the DVD player. 2 Insert the pin plug of the adapter into the DC IN 12V jack of the DVD player. 3 Insert the plug of the adapter into the cigarette lighter socket or power port fully.
  • Page 73: Others

    Others Useful informations. ● Output sound conversion table ● Before calling service personnel ● Specifi cations...
  • Page 74: Output Sound Conversion Table

    Output sound conversion table Sound recording system Discs Dolby Digital 48 kHz Linear 96 kHz video discs MPEG1, MPEG2 VIDEO CDs MPEG1 Linear PCM 44.1 kHz AUDIO CDs *PCM: down sampling PCM • Signals of 88.2 kHz or higher from the BITSTREAM/PCM jack are down converted to 44.1 kHz or 48 kHz when: –...
  • Page 75: Before Calling Service Personnel

    Before calling service personnel Check the following guide for the possible cause of a problem before contacting service. Symptom Cause No power. • The AC adapter or power plug is disconnected. • The battery pack has been removed. • Battery empty. The LCD turned off by •...
  • Page 76 Before calling service personnel (continued) Symptom Cause The player does not start • No disc is inserted. playback. • An unplayable disc is inserted. • The disc is inserted upside down. • The disc is not inserted securely. • The disc is dirty. •...
  • Page 77: Specifi Cations

    Specifi cations ■ Player Power supply DC 12 V (Rated current : 2 A (Maximum: during battery pack charging)) 100 – 240 V AC, 50/60 Hz (with the supplied AC adapter) Mass approximately 1.3 kg External dimensions 266 × 35 × 197 mm (W/H/D) Signal system PAL/3.58NTSC Laser...
  • Page 78: Liquid Crystal Display

    Specifi cations (continued) ■ Liquid crystal display Panel size 25.9 cm (10.2 inches diagonally measured) Projection system TN colour transmission Driving system Amorphous silicon TFT active matrix Resolution 800 (H) × 480 (V) pixels (effective pixel rate : more than 99.99%) This model complies with the above specifi...
  • Page 80 © 2007 Toshiba Corporation Printed in China...

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