Precautions
Notes on handling
• Never disconnect the power cord from a wall outlet while
the player is turned on, unless it is in an emergency.
Doing so may cause malfunction.
• When shipping the player, the original shipping carton
and packing materials come in handy. For maximum
protection, repack the unit as it was originally packed at
the factory.
• Do not use volatile liquids, such as insect spray, near the
player. Do not leave rubber or plastic products in contact
with the player for a long time. They will leave marks on
the fi nish.
• The top and rear panels of the player may become warm
after a long period of use. This is not a malfunction.
When not in use
• For usual absence
Be sure to remove the disc from the player and turn off
the power.
• Prolonged absence
Unplug the player from a wall outlet. (This will stop the
clock. Display “SETUP MENU” by pressing SETUP (
page 30), and reset the clock.)
Notes on locating
• Place the player on a level surface. Do not use it on a
shaky or unstable surface such as a wobbly table or
inclined stand. The loaded disc may dislodge from its
proper position and cause damage to the player. Before
placing the player, make sure that the surface can stand
the weight of the player. Never place the player in a high
location to avoid damage to the product or person by an
accidental fall of the player.
• When you place this player near a TV, radio, or VTR, the
playback picture may become poor and the sound may
be distorted depending on the condition and location of
said equipment. In such an event, place the player as far
away as practical from the TV, radio, or VTR.
• To avoid damage to this product, never place or store
the unit in direct sunlight; hot, humid areas; or areas
subject to excessive dust, oily smoke, cigarette smoke or
vibration.
Notes on cleaning
Use a soft, dry cloth for cleaning.
• Do not use any type of solvent, such as thinner or
benzine, as they may damage the surface of the player.
About the volume level
The volume level of some commercial HD DVD and DVD
discs may seem lower than that of audio CDs, other
software, etc. If you turn up the volume of the TV or
amplifi er to play such discs, be sure to turn it back down
after playback fi nishes.
Playback restrictions
This owner’s manual explains the basic instructions for
this player. Some HD DVD discs or DVD video discs
are produced in a manner that allows specifi c or limited
operation during playback. As such, the player may not
respond to all operating commands. This is not a defect in
the player. Please refer to the notes on compatible discs
later in this Introduction and to the discussion of DVD
playback and features later in this manual.
“ ” may appear on the TV screen during operation. “ ”
means that the operation is not permitted by the player or
the disc.
About software
Because of problems and errors that can occur during
the creation of HD DVD, DVD and CD software and/or
the manufacture of HD DVD, DVD and CD discs, Toshiba
cannot assure that this player will successfully play
every disc bearing the HD DVD, DVD or CD logos. If you
happen to experience any diffi culty playing an HD DVD,
DVD or CD disc on this player, please contact Toshiba
customer service.
Some differences
The HD DVD player operates more like a computer and
differently than a standard DVD player. In addition to
containing a microprocessor, it contains an operating
system, random access memory (RAM), and an HD DVD
drive. The operating system includes software that is
transferred to the RAM when the machine is turned on
and at other times during operation. This transfer can take
time. Therefore, when you turn the HD DVD player on, it
may take a little while before it is ready to use. Likewise,
other functions may not be performed as quickly as they
would on other AV equipment. Please take these factors
into consideration as you use the HD DVD player.
