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PORTABLE DVD PLAYER SD-P1900SN OWNER S MANUAL VIDEO CD DIGITAL VIDEO SD-P1900SN-E_P1.indd 1 SD-P1900SN-E_P1.indd 1 Introduction Preparations Playback Function Settings Connections Others PX1D00000791 ○ 07.3.10 5:59:01 PM 07.3.10 5:59:01 PM...
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Operation with non-compliant peripherals or peripherals not recommended by Toshiba is likely to result in interference to radio and TV reception. Changes or modifi cations made to this equipment, not expressly approved by Toshiba, or parties authorized by Toshiba, could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment.
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SAFETY PRECAUTIONS In the spaces provided below, record the Model and Serial No. located on the bottom of your DVD player. Model No. Retain this information for future reference. Location of the required label SD-P1900SN-E_P1-52.indd 4 SD-P1900SN-E_P1-52.indd 4 Serial No. 07.3.10 5:36:53 PM 07.3.10 5:36:53 PM...
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 fi...
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS ADDITIONAL SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS 12. When you use headphones, keep the volume at a moderate level. Using headphones continuously with high volume levels may permanently damage your hearing. 13. Do not overload wall outlets; extension cords, or integral convenience receptacles as this can result in a risk of fi...
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Take the battery pack to an authorized Toshiba service provider. f) Keep the battery pack away from heat or fi re. 07.3.10 5:36:54 PM...
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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.
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e) Do not charge, heat, open, or short-circuit the batteries. Do not throw the batteries into a fi re. f) Do not leave a dead or exhausted battery in the remote control. g) If you do not use the remote control for a long period of time, remove the battery to avoid possible damage from battery corrosion.
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS d) This adapter is intended for exclusive use in automobiles/vehicles with a DC 12V negative ground electrical system. NEVER use this adapter with a DC 24V confi gured automobile/vehicle. Consult your vehicle owner’s manual before using this adapter. e) When handling, using or storing the adapter power cord NEVER: Place or locate near any apparatus that produces...
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.
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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.
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.
Table of contents Introduction SAFETY PRECAUTIONS ... 2 IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS ... 5 Precautions ... 11 Accessories ... 19 Notes and Information ... 20 Playable discs ...20 Preparations Preparation of the remote control ... 24 Power connection ... 25 Using the battery pack ... 26 Powering on/off ...
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Selecting subtitles ... 44 Selecting a playback sound..45 Playing audio/video/picture fi les ... 46 Selecting the sound enhancement ... 50 Adjusting the picture ... 50 On-screen Display mode ... 51 Function Settings Customizing the function settings ... 54 Connections Viewing on a connected TV ...
Instructions and actual buttons Main Unit See page in for details. monitor Speakers Disc cover Front Right side POWER indicator Remote sensor SD-P1900SN-E_P1-52.indd 16 SD-P1900SN-E_P1-52.indd 16 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.
Right side Volume control To adjust the volume Head phone jacks (× 2) To connect head phones BITSTREAM/PCM jack Connect to Digital Out jack of your amplifier Left side Front SD-P1900SN-E_P1-52.indd 17 SD-P1900SN-E_P1-52.indd 17 DC IN 12V jack To connect the AC adapter (supplied) AV IN jack Connect to AV output terminal of your video equipment...
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Instructions and actual buttons (continued) SD-P1900SN-E_P1-52.indd 18 SD-P1900SN-E_P1-52.indd 18 ■ 07.3.10 5:36:57 PM 07.3.10 5:36:57 PM...
Accessories Check that the following accessories are supplied. Remote control (MEDR16UX) Audio/video cable Coin-shaped battery (CR2025) Battery pack* Vehicle adapter SD-P1900SN-E_P1-52.indd 19 SD-P1900SN-E_P1-52.indd 19 Power cord* AC adapter (ADPV16A)* Owner’s manual Do not use an AC adapter, a power cord and a battery pack other than one specified.
Notes and Information Playable discs This player can play the following discs. Disc Disc Mark Disc Size DVD Video 12cm/8cm disc DVD-RW 12cm disc DVD-R disc 12cm Video CDs 12cm/8cm DIGITAL VIDEO 12cm/ Audio CDs 8cm(CD single) CD-ROM 12cm CD-R/RW 12cm disc R e W r i t a b l e...
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・ 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.
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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.
Preparations Preparations before using. ● Preparation of the remote control ● Power connection ● Using the battery pack ● Powering on/off ● Changing the AV mode SD-P1900SN-E_P1-52.indd 23 SD-P1900SN-E_P1-52.indd 23 07.3.10 5:36:59 PM 07.3.10 5:36:59 PM...
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...
Power connection Connect the supplied AC adapter to wall outlet as below. SD-P1900SN-E_P1-52.indd 25 SD-P1900SN-E_P1-52.indd 25 CAUTION • Do not connect the power plug to a power outlet other than that indicated on the label, as this can result in a risk of fi...
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. •...
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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...
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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 Attach the connector cover on the bottom of the player.
Powering on/off Slide the power switch to turn the power on or off. Power switch SD-P1900SN-E_P1-52.indd 29 SD-P1900SN-E_P1-52.indd 29 Condition Power Switch Charging POWER indicator Power indicator Green Orange 07.3.10 5:37:01 PM 07.3.10 5:37:01 PM...
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. Select when you want to view the picture of a disc on the LCD monitor of this player.
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 ●...
Loading a disc For disc compatibility information, see page 20 . Open the LCD monitor. No open buttons to open. The LCD monitor is fi xed by magnet. 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.
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 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.
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. SD-P1900SN-E_P1-52.indd 35 SD-P1900SN-E_P1-52.indd 35...
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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”...
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.
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. :...
Notes • Pressing the CLEAR button while pressing the SHIFT button resets 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”...
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.
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 Repeating range...
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 Title 1 using a video CD. Title 2 Title 3 Title 4 Title 5 Title 6 Play Program Clear Clear All Setting the title, chapter or track in the...
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...
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. Number of angles Angle icon Current angle This display does not appear if the disc includes no scenes recorded with multiple angles.
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.
Playing audio/video/picture fi les DVD-V You can play audio CDs, MP3/WMA (audio), DivX (video) or JPEG (picture) fi les on this player. ® ■ MP3/WMA or DivX disc compatibility with this player Playable discs CD-ROM, CD-R, CD-RW, DVD-R Sampling Frequency 32 kHz, 44.1 kHz, 48 kHz Bit rate MP3: 32 kbps - 320 kbps (CBR)
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Insert a disc you want to play. The menu appears. e.g. /Track01.CDA Track01 Track02 Repeat Mode Track03 Track04 Track05 Track06 Music Playing Track07 Track08 Select the track/fi le you want to play using then press ENTER or PLAY. Playback starts. A slide show begins when playing JPEG fi...
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Playing audio/video/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.
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■ 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 to the screen displayed track/fi le. 3 Select track/fi...
Selecting the sound enhancement DVD-V Press E.A.M. The current sound enhancement setting appears. Press E.A.M. repeatedly. • [3D Off] Normal sound. • [3D On] To obtain expansive virtual surround sound effects from just two speakers. Notes ・ Actual effects to sounds may vary depending on the speaker system.
Press to adjust the value. Invert Invert the picture on the screen. Brightness 0 (Darker) to 16 (Brighter) Color 0 (Paler) to 16 (Deeper) 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.
Function Settings You can change the default settings to customize performance to your preference. ● Customizing the function settings SD-P1900SN-E_P53-84.indd 53 SD-P1900SN-E_P53-84.indd 53 07.3.10 5:45:15 PM 07.3.10 5:45:15 PM...
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.
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Video Aspect Ratio DVD-V View Mode DVD-V Audio E.A.M. DVD-V D.R.C. DVD-V Digital Out DVD-V Rating Parental control DVD-V DVD-V Screen saver DVD-V Default Default ® DivX Registration SD-P1900SN-E_P53-84.indd 55 SD-P1900SN-E_P53-84.indd 55 To select a picture size according to the aspect ratio of your TV, when connected to this player to monitor playback picture.
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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 Subtitle DVD-V English: To display subtitles in English. French: To display subtitles in French.
DivX subtitle WesternEurope: To display subtitles in west European language. CentralEuropea: To display subtitles in Central European language. Cyrillic: To display subtitles in Slavonic Cyrillic language. Notes • Some DVD video discs may be set to display subtitles in a different language than you selected. A prior subtitle language may be programmed on the disc.
Customizing the function settings (continued) ■ 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.
■ 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.
Customizing the function settings (continued) ■ 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.
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 SD-P1900SN-E_P53-84.indd 61 SD-P1900SN-E_P53-84.indd 61 07.3.10 5:45:17 PM 07.3.10 5:45:17 PM...
Viewing on a connected TV You can connect a TV to this player to view playback picture on it. Connect a TV to the AV OUT jack of this player. To video input To AV OUT Yellow (Video) VIDEO IN White (Left) AUDIO IN Audio/video cable...
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. To AV IN Yellow (Video) To video output Video equipment White (Left) To analog audio inputs...
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.
CAUTION • When you are connecting (via the BITSTREAM/PCM jack) an AV decoder that does not have Dolby Digital, Digital Theater Systems (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.
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.
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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. 4 Turn on the vehicle engine so that the cigarette lighter socket or power port is powered.
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 •...
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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. •...
Specifi cations ■ Player Power supply DC 12 V (Rated current : 2 A (Maximum: during battery pack charging)) 120 V AC, 60 Hz (with the supplied AC adapter) Mass approximately 1.2 kg External dimensions 240 × 32 × 170 mm (W/H/D) Signal system Standard NTSC Laser...
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Specifi cations (continued) ■ Liquid crystal display Panel size 22.86cm (9 inches diagonally measured) Projection system TN color transmission Driving system Amorphous silicon TFT active matrix Resolution 480 (H) × 234 (V) pixels (effective pixel rate : more than 99.99%) This model complies with the specifi...
Limited United States Warranty Digital Audio Video (“DAV”) Product - Depot Repair Warranty Toshiba America Consumer Products, L.L.C. (“TACP”) makes the following limited warranties to original consumers in the United States. THESE LIMITED WARRANTIES EXTEND TO THE ORIGINAL CONSUMER PURCHASER OR ANY PERSON RECEIVING THIS DAV PRODUCT AS A GIFT FROM THE ORIGINAL CONSUMER PURCHASER AND TO NO OTHER PURCHASER OR TRANSFEREE.
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Read this owner’s manual thoroughly before operating this DAV Product. Complete and mail the enclosed product registration card or register your DAV Product on-line at www.tacp.toshiba.com/ service as soon as possible. By registering your DAV Product you will enable TACP to bring you new products specifi cally designed to meet your needs and help us to contact you in the unlikely event a safety notifi...
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Depot Warranty Repair Center specifi ed by the TACP Consumer Solutions Center. For additional information, visit TACP’s website: www.tacp.toshiba.com. ALL WARRANTIES IMPLIED BY THE LAW OF ANY STATE OF THE U.S.A., INCLUDING THE IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE, ARE EXPRESSLY LIMITED TO THE DURATION OF THE LIMITED WARRANTIES SET FORTH ABOVE.
For Toshiba Brand DVD Players, DVD Recorders, DVD/VCR Combo Players and Portable DVD Players Toshiba of Canada Limited (“TCL”) makes the following limited warranties to original consumers in Canada. THESE LIMITED WARRANTIES EXTEND TO THE ORIGINAL CONSUMER PURCHASER OR ANY PERSON RECEIVING THIS TOSHIBA BRAND DVD PLAYER, DVD RECORDER, DVD/VCR COMBO PLAYER OR PORTABLE DVD PLAYER (the “PLAYER(S)”...
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TCL, and service made necessary by the use or installation of non-Toshiba modifi cations to the Player; h. Service of a Player on which the TOSHIBA label or logo, rating label or serial number have been defaced or removed;...
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Limited Canadian Warranty For Toshiba Brand DVD Players, DVD Recorders, DVD/VCR Combo Players and Portable DVD Players (continued) Disclaimer and Limitation of Remedy TO THE EXTENT NOT PRECLUDED BY LAW, ALL OTHER EXPRESS AND IMPLIED WARRANTIES, CONDITIONS AND REPRESENTATIONS FOR THIS PLAYER, INCLUDING...
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No person, agent, distributor, dealer or company is authorized to change, modify or extend the terms of these warranties in any manner whatsoever. Arbitration and Dispute Resolution To the extent not precluded by law, any claim, dispute, controversy or disagreement (whether for breach of warranty, breach of contract, tort (including negligence), under a statute or under any other law or form of action) against any of the Related Parties arising out of, or otherwise relating to: (i) this...
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Limited Canadian Warranty For Toshiba Brand DVD Players, DVD Recorders, DVD/VCR Combo Players and Portable DVD Players (continued) General Provisions If and to the extent that any provision of this limited warranty should generally be found to be unenforceable, the unenforceable provision shall be severed from the warranty and deemed not to form part of the warranty.
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