Tascam Dvd Player DV-D01U Owners Manual

							
DV-D01U
DVD PLAYER
D00975220A
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OWNER'S MANUAL 
						

							
IMPORTANT SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
 TASCAM  DV-D01UT/C

The  exclamation  point  within  an  equilateral  triangle  is  intended  to  alert  the  user  to the presence of important operating and maintenance (servicing) instructions in the literature accompanying the appliance.
The  lightning  flash  with  arrowhead  symbol,  within  equilateral  triangle,  is  intended to  alert  the  user  to  the  presence  of  uninsulated  “dangerous  voltage”  within  the product’s  enclosure  that  may  be  of  sufficient  magnitude  to  constitute  a  risk  of electric shock to persons.
CAUTION:  TO  REDUCE  THE  RISK  OF  ELECTRIC  SHOCK,  DO  NOT  REMOVE  COVER  (OR  BACK).  NO  USER-SERVICEABLE  PARTS  INSIDE.  REFER  SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL.
WARNING: TO PREVENT FIRE OR SHOCK 
HAZARD, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS 
APPLIANCE TO RAIN OR MOISTURE.
T h i s  a p p l i a n c e  h a s  a  s e r i a l  n u m b e r located  on  the  rear  panel.  Please  record the  model  number  and  serial  number  and retain them for your records.Model number
Serial number
For the customers in Europe
WARNING
This is a Class A product. In a domestic environment, 
this  product  may  cause  radio  interference  in  which 
c a s e  t h e  u s e r  m a y  b e  re q u i re d  t o  t a k e  a d e q u a t e 
measures.
Pour les utilisateurs en Europe
AVERTISSEMENT
I l   s ' a g i t   d ' u n   p r o d u i t   d e   C l a s s e   A .   D a n s   u n 
e n v i r o n n e m e n t  d o m e s t i q u e ,  c e t  a p p a r e i l  p e u t 
p ro v o q u e r  d e s  i n t e r f é re n c e s  r a d i o ,  d a n s  c e  c a s 
l'utilisateur  peut  être  amené  à  prendre  des  mesures 
appropriées.
Für Kunden in Europa
Warnung
Dies  ist  eine  Einrichtung,  welche  die  Funk-Entstö
rung  nach  Klasse  A  besitzt.  Diese  Einrichtung  kann 
im  Wohnbereich  Funkstörungen  versursachen;  in 
d i e s e m  F a l l  k a n n  v o m  B e t r i e b e r  v e r l a n g  w e rd e n , 
angemessene  Maßnahmen  durchzuführen  und  dafür 
aufzukommen.
TO THE USER
This equipment has been tested and found to comply 
with the limits for a Class A digital device, pursuant to 
Part  15  of  the  FCC  Rules.  These  limits  are  designed 
to  provide  reasonable  protection  against  harmful 
interference  when  the  equipment  is  operated  in  a 
commercial  environment.  This  equipment  generates, 
uses,  and  can  radiate  radio  frequency  energy  and, 
i f  n o t  i n s t a l l e d  a n d  u s e d  i n  a c c o rd a n c e  w i t h  t h e 
instruction manual, may cause harmful interference to 
radio communications.
Operation  of  this  equipment  in  a  residential  area  is 
likely  to  cause  harmful  interference  in  which  case  the 
user  will  be  required  to  correct  the  interference  at  his 
own expense.
CAUTION
C h a n g e s  o r  m o d i f i c a t i o n s  t o  t h i s  e q u i p m e n t  n o t 
expressly  approved  by  TEAC  CORPORATION  for 
compliance could void the user's authority to operate 
this equipment.
For U.S.A.
CE Marking Information
a) Applicable electromagnetic environment: E4
b) Peak inrush current: 2.6 A 
						

							
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
TASCAM  DV-D01UT/C 

 1 Read these instructions.
 2 Keep these instructions.
 3 Heed all warnings.
 4 Follow all instructions.
 5 Do not use this apparatus near water.
 6 Clean only with dry cloth.
 7 D o  n o t  b l o c k  a n y  v e n t i l a t i o n  o p e n i n g s .  I n s t a l l  i n 
accordance with the manufacturer's instructions.
 8 D o   n o t   i n s t a l l   n e a r   a n y   h e a t   s o u r c e s   s u c h   a s 
radiators,  heat  registers,  stoves,  or  other  apparatus 
(including amplifiers) that produce heat.
 9 Do  not  defeat  the  safety  purpose  of  the  polarized  or 
grounding-type plug. A polarized plug has two blades 
with  one  wider  than  the  other.  A  grounding  type  plug 
has two blades and a third grounding prong. The wide 
blade or the third prong are provided for your safety. If 
the provided plug does not fit into your outlet, consult 
an electrician for replacement of the obsolete outlet.
 10 P r o t e c t  t h e  p o w e r  c o r d  f r o m  b e i n g  w a l k e d  o n 
o r  p i n c h e d  p a r t i c u l a r l y  a t  p l u g s ,  c o n v e n i e n c e 
receptacles,  and  the  point  where  they  exit  from  the 
apparatus.
 11 Only  use  attachments/accessories  specified  by  the 
manufacturer.
 12 Use  only  with  the  cart,  stand,  tripod,  bracket,  or 
table  specified  by  the  manufacturer,  or  sold  with  the 
apparatus.  When  a  cart  is  used,  use  caution  when 
moving the cart/apparatus combination to avoid injury 
from tip-over.
 13 Unplug  this  apparatus  during  lightning  storms  or 
when unused for long periods of time.
 14 Refer  all  servicing  to  qualified  service  personnel. 
Servicing  is  required  when  the  apparatus  has  been 
damaged  in  any  way,  such  as  power-supply  cord  or 
plug  is  damaged,  liquid  has  been  spilled  or  objects 
have  fallen  into  the  apparatus,  the  apparatus  has 
been  exposed  to  rain  or  moisture,  does  not  operate 
normally, or has been dropped.
Do not expose this apparatus to drips or splashes.
Do  not  place  any  objects  filled  with  liquids,  such  as 
vases, on the apparatus.
Do  not  install  this  apparatus  in  a  confined  space  such 
as a book case or similar unit.
The  apparatus  draws  nominal  non- operating  power 
from  the  AC  outlet  with  its  POWER  switch  in  the  off 
position.
The  apparatus  should  be  located  close  enough  to  the 
AC  outlet  so  that  you  can  easily  grasp  the  power  cord 
plug at any time.
An  apparatus  with  Class  I  construction  shall  be  con-
nected  to  an  AC  outlet  with  a  protective  grounding 
connection.
Batteries  ( batter y  pack  or  batteries  installed )  should 
not  be  exposed  to  excessive  heat  such  as  sunshine, 
fire or the like.
Excessive  sound  pressure  from  earphones  and  head-
phones can cause hearing loss.
The  equipment  draws  nominal  non-operating  power 
f r o m  t h e  AC  o u t l e t  w i t h  i t s  S TA N D - BY/ O N  i n  t h e 
Stand-By position.
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This  product  has  been  designed  and  manufactured 
according  to  FDA  regulations  "title  21,  CFR,  chapter 
1,  subchapter  J,  based  on  the  Radiation  Control  for 
Health  and  Safety  Act  of  1968",  and  is  classified  as 
a  class  1  laser  product.  There  is  no  hazardous  invis-
ible  laser  radiation  during  operation  because  invis-
ible  laser  radiation  emitted  inside  of  this  product  is 
completely confined in the protective housings.
The label required in this regulation is shown at 1.
Optical pickup :
Type   : OPA-652PH
Manufacturer  : Arima Devices Co, Ltd.
Laser output  : 
Less than 0.5 mW on the objective lens
Wavelength  : DVD/650 to 660 nm
  CD/770 to 810 nm
CAUTION
DO  NOT  REMOVE  THE  PROTECTIVE  HOUSING 
USING A SCREWDRIVER.
U S E  O F  C O N T R O L S  O R  A D J U S T M E N T S  O R 
PERFORMANCE OF PROCEDURES OTHER THAN 
T H O S E  S P E C I F I E D  H E R E I N  M AY  R E S U LT  I N 
HAZARDOUS RADIATION EXPOSURE.
I F   T H I S   P R O D U C T   D E V E L O P S   T R O U B L E , 
CONTACT  YOUR  NEAREST  QUALIFIED  SERVICE 
PERSONNEL,  AND  DO  NOT  USE  THE  PRODUCT 
IN ITS DAMAGED STATE.
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Safety Information
Rack-mounting the Unit
If  you  are  mounting  the  unit  in  a  rack,  leave  1U  of 
space  above  it  and  4  inch  (10  cm)  or  more  of  space 
at the rear.
Us e  the  r a c k- m o u ntin g  k i t  to  m o u nt  the  u ni t  in  a 
standard  19-inch  equipment  rack,  as  shown  in  this 
section. Remove the feet of the unit before mounting.
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Table of contents
Introducton ..............................................2
Notes on handling  .....................................................2
Supplied accessories  ..................................................2
About discs  ...............................................3
Playable disc types  ....................................................3
Playable file types  .....................................................4
Description of parts and controls  ..........5
Connections  .............................................7
Connecting a TV  ........................................................7
Connecting to a stereo amplifier/receiver  ..............8
Connecting to a digital component  .........................8
Connecting the power cord  ......................................8
RS-232C connector  .....................................................8
Basic operations  ......................................9
Turning the unit on/off  .............................................9
Adjusting the brightness of the indications 
[DIMMER]  .................................................................9
Changing the scan mode  ........................................10
Playback  ..................................................11
Basic playback  ...........................................................11
One Touch Replay  .....................................................13
Fast-forward/fast-reverse search  ............................13
Skip to the beginning of a desired selection  .......14
Skipping at about 5-minute intervals  ...................14
Locating a desired title/group using number 
buttons  ...................................................................14
Selecting the desired title/ playlist from the control  
display  ......................................................................15
Advanced operation  ..............................16
Using the on-screen bar  .........................................16
Playing from a specified position on a disc  ...........17
Using the file control display  .................................19
Resume Playback  .....................................................19
Selecting a view angle  ............................................19
Selecting the subtitle  ..............................................20
Selecting the audio  .................................................20
Special picture playback  .........................................21
Program Playback  ....................................................22
Random Playback  ....................................................22
Repeat Playback  .......................................................22
Tray lock  ...................................................................24
Selecting a still picture on a DVD AUDIO disc  ......24
Playing back a bonus group of a DVD AUDIO 
disc  ........................................................................\
..24
Setting DVD preferences  ......................25
Using the setup menus  ...........................................25
Menu description.....................................................25
RS-232C interface  ...................................28
Specifications  ...........................................................28
Command  .................................................................28
References  ..............................................37
Maintenance  ............................................................37
Troubleshooting  ......................................................37
Specifications  ...........................................................38 
						

							
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Introduction
Notes on handling
Important cautions
Installation of the unit
Select a place which is level, dry and neither too hot nor too 
cold; between 5°C and 35°C (41°F and 95°F).
Leave sufficient distance between the unit and the TV.
Do not use the unit in a place subject to vibration.
Power cord
Do not handle the power cord with wet hands.
A small amount of power is always consumed while the power 
cord is connected to the wall outlet.
When unplugging the power cord from the wall outlet, always 
pull on the plug, not the power cord.
Do not use the power cord supplied with this unit on other 
devices.
To prevent malfunctions of the unit
There are no user-serviceable parts inside. If anything goes 
wrong, unplug the power cord and consult your dealer.
Do not insert any metallic object into the unit.
Do not use any non-standard shape disc (like a heart, f lower 
or credit card, etc.) available on the market, because it may 
damage the unit.
Do not use a disc with tape, stickers, or paste on it, because it 
may damage the unit.
PasteSticker
Label sticker
Note about copyright laws
Check the copyright laws in your country before recording 
from the discs. Recording of copyrighted material may infringe 
copyright laws.
Note about copyguard system
The discs are protected by copyguard system. When you 
connect the unit to your VCR directly, the copyguard system 
activates and the picture may not be played back correctly.
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Safety precautions
Avoid moisture, water and dust
Do not place the unit in moist or dusty places.
Avoid high temperatures
Do not expose the unit to direct sunlight and do not place it 
near a heating device.
When you are away
When away on travel or for other reasons for an extended 
period of time, disconnect the power cord plugs from the wall 
outlet.
Do not block the vents
Blocking the vents may damage the unit.
Care of the cabinet
When cleaning the unit, use a soft cloth and follow the relevant 
instructions on the use of chemically-coated cloths. Do not use 
benzene, thinner or other organic solvents including disinfec-
tants. These may cause deformation or discoloring.
If water gets inside the unit
Turn the unit off and disconnect the power cord plug from the 
wall outlet, then call the store where you made your purchase. 
Using the unit in this condition may cause a fire or electrical 
shock.
Supplied accessories
In addition to this manual, the DV-D01U has been packed with 
the following:
Remote control (1)
Batteries (2)
Audio/video cable (Yellow/White/Red) (1)
Component video cable (Red/Green/Blue) (1)
Contact your TASCAM supplier if any of these items are missing.
NOTE
The batteries are not supplied for Taiwan.
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Playable disc types
This unit has been designed to play back the following discs:
DVD VIDEODVD AUDIO (2-channel only)
VCDSVCD
Audio CD
The P in the list below shows available disc types and record-
ing formats.
Disc type
CD-R/-RW*1DVD-R*1DVD-RW*1Recording format
DVD Video—PP
DVD VR—PP
DVD Audio—PP
VCD/SVCDP——
Audio CDP——
MP3PP*2P*2
WMAPP*2P*2
WAVPP*2P*2
JPEGP*3P*2P*2
ASFPP*2P*2
MPEG-2P*3P*2P*2
MPEG-1P*3P*2P*2
DivXPP*2P*2
*1 This unit can play finalized discs only.*2  Recorded with UDF Bridge format.*3  This unit may not be able to play back a file if the file size is 
too large.
It is possible to play back finalized +R/+RW (DVD Video 
Format only) discs. “DVD” lights on the display window when 
a +R/+RW disc is loaded.
Super Audio CDs (SACD) compatible with conventional CD 
players can be played.
For U.S.A., Canada and Asia: This unit accommodates the 
NTSC system, and also can play discs recorded with PAL 
system. Note that PAL video signal on a disc is converted to 
the NTSC signal and output. 
For Europe: This unit is compatible with PAL DVDs, and it 
can also play discs recorded with NTSC data. Note that the 
NTSC video signal on the disc is converted to a PAL signal 
for final output.
The Non-DVD side of a “DualDisc” does not comply with the 
“Compact Disc Digital Audio” standard. Therefore, the use 
of Non-DVD side of a DualDisc on this product may not be 
recommended.
On some DVD VIDEOs, VCDs or SVCDs, their actual 
operation may be different from what is explained in this 
manual. This is due to the disc programming and disc 
structure, not a malfunction of this unit.
DVD Logo is a trademark of DVD Format/Logo Licensing 
Corporation.
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About discs
Notes on DVD-R and DVD-RW
This unit does not support “multi-border” disc.
This unit does not support a disc recorded with DVD VR 
format.
Notes on CD-R and CD-RW
This unit can play CD-Rs or CD-RWs recorded with ISO 9660 
format.
This unit supports “multi-session” discs (up to 12 sessions).
This unit cannot play “packet write” discs.
Region code of DVD VIDEO
DVD VIDEO players and DVD VIDEO discs have their own 
Region Code numbers. This unit can play back DVD VIDEO 
discs whose Region Code numbers include the unit’s Region 
Code, which is indicated on the rear panel.
If a DVD with an improper Region Code number is loaded, 
“REGION CODE ERROR!” appears on the TV screen and 
playback cannot start.
Some discs may not be played back because of their disc char-
acteristics, recording conditions, or damage or stain on them.
Unplayable discs
DVD-ROM, DVD-RAM, CD-I (CD-I Ready), Photo CD, etc.
Playing back these discs will generate noise and damage the 
speakers.
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Example of playable DVD: 
						

							
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About discs
Playable file types
For all playable files
The unit can only recognize and play files with one of the 
following extensions, which can be in any combination of 
upper and lower case;
MP3: “.MP3”, “.mp3”
WMA: “.WMA”, “.wma”
WAV: “.WAV”, “.wav”
JPEG: “.JPG”, “.JPEG”, “.jpg”, “.jpeg” 
ASF: “.ASF”, “.asf ”
MPEG-2/MPEG-1: “.MPG”, “.MPEG”, “.mpg”, “.mpeg”
DivX: “.DIVX”, “.DIV”, “.divx”, “.div”, and “.AVI”, “.avi”
The unit recognizes up to 150 tracks (files) per group, 99 
groups per disc/device, and the total number of the tracks 
(files) that the unit can play is 4000.
Some files may not be played back normally because of their 
disc characteristics or recording conditions.
MP3/WMA/WAV/JPEG/ASF/MPEG-2/MPEG-1/DivX files 
require a longer readout time. (It differs due to the complexity 
of the directory/file configuration.)
If different kinds of files are mixed, set the FILE TYPE 
setting in the PICTURE menu to the appropriate setting 
for the data to be read (“AUDIO”, “STILL PICTURE” or 
“VIDEO”). (See page 26.)
For MP3/WMA/WAV files
The unit supports MP3/WMA/WAV files recorded with a bit 
rate of 32 – 320 kbps and a sampling frequency of 16 kHz, 
22.05 kHz, 24 kHz*, 32 kHz, 44.1 kHz, or 48 kHz.
If the track information (track title, artist, and album name, 
etc.) is recorded, it appears in the file control display on the 
TV screen. (See page 19.)
We recommend to record each piece of material (song) 
at a sample rate of 44.1 kHz and at a data transfer rate of              
128 (96*) kbps.
For WMA only
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For JPEG files
We recommend to record a file at 640 x 480 resolution. (If a 
file has been recorded at a resolution of more than 640 x 480, 
it will take a longer time to be displayed.)
This unit can only play baseline JPEG files.
For ASF files
The unit supports the types of the advanced simple profile as 
MPEG-4 files (MPEG-4 ASF).
The unit supports MPEG-4 files with the following 
conditions:
File format: ASF
Visual profile: MPEG-4 SP (Simple Profile)
Audio CODEC: G.726
Max. picture size: 352 x 288 (CIF)
Max. bit rate: 384 kbps
For MPEG-2/MPEG-1 files
The stream format should conform to MPEG unit/program 
stream.
720 x 576 pixels (25 fps)/720 x 480 pixels (30 fps) is 
recommended for the highest resolution.
This unit also supports the resolutions of 352 x 576/480 x 576/ 
352 x 288 pixels (25 fps) and 352 x 480/480 x 480/352 x 240 
pixels (30 fps).
The file format should be MP@ML (Main Profile at Main 
Level)/SP@ML (Simple Profile at Main Level)/MP@LL 
(Main Profile at Low Level).
Audio streams should conform to MPEG1 Audio Layer-2 or 
MPEG2 Audio Layer-2.
For DivX files
The unit supports DivX 6.x, 5.x, 4.x and 3.11.
The unit supports DivX files whose resolution is 720 x 480 
pixels or less (30 fps), and 720 x 576 pixels or less (25 fps).
Audio stream should conform to Dolby Digital (including 
multi channel) or MPEG1 Audio Layer-3 (MP3).
The unit does not support GMC (Global Motion Compression). 
The file encoded in the interlaced scanning mode may not be 
played back correctly.
The unit has its own Registration Code for DivX playback.
If necessary, you can confirm the Registration Code of your 
unit using the OTHERS menu. (See page 27.)
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This product incorporates copyright protection technology 
that is protected by U.S. patents and other intellectual 
property rights. Use of this copyright protection technology 
must be authorized by Macrovision, and is intended for 
home and other limited viewing uses only unless otherwise 
authorized by Macrovision. Reverse engineering or 
disassembly is prohibited.
Manufactured under license from Dolby Laboratories. 
“Dolby” and the double-D symbol are trademarks of Dolby 
Laboratories.
“DTS” and “DTS Digital Out” are registered trademarks of 
Digital Theater Systems, Inc.
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USE OF THIS PRODUCT IN ANY MANNER THAT 
COMPLIES WITH THE MPEG-4 VISUAL STANDARD 
IS PROHIBITED, EXCEPT FOR USE BY A CONSUMER 
ENGAGING IN PERSONAL AND NON-COMMERCIAL 
ACTIVITIES.
DivX, DivX Ultra Certified, and associated logos are 
trademarks of DivX, Inc. and are used under license.
Official DivX® Ultra Certified product
Plays all versions of DivX® video (including DivX® 6) with 
enhanced playback of DivX® media files and the DivX® Media 
Format
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Description of parts and controls
Front panel
The numbers in the figures indicate the pages where the details of the parts are described.
7
1024
12
122219
10
911 11613
111111
122422
Remote Sensor:
22, 23
1212



Rear panel
77, 8138
778 87
Display window 
						

							
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Description of parts and controls
Remote Control
911
14
17
25
13, 14, 17
11
11
13, 21
15, 17
13
24
19
20
12
10 - 25
22
14
13, 14, 17
15, 17
11
20
22
9
22
21
13, 21
10, 21
16 - 24
Putting batteries in the remote control
R6P (UM-3)/AA (15F) type dry-cell batteries (supplied)
If the range or effectiveness of the remote control decreases, 
replace both batteries.
CAUTION
Do not expose batteries to heat or f lame.
NOTE
The batteries are not supplied for Taiwan.
Operating the unit from the remote control
Aim the remote control directly to the front panel of the unit.
Do not block the remote sensor.
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