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Chapter 10: Troubleshooting

TV Guide On Screen¨ FAQs

The following are frequently asked questions about the TV Guide On Screen® system. The answers represent the most likely solutions to the problem.

After you set up the TV Guide On Screen¨ system (Chapter 5), the program guide opens automatically by default when you turn on the TV. You can turn off the automatic program guide (see page

34)and instead press the TV GUIDE button on the remote control to manually open the TV Guide On Screen¨ program guide.

SETUP

1.Q: What if I move and my ZIP code or postal code changes?

A:Highlight SETUP in the Service Bar. Press z to highlight Change System Settings (page 53), and then press ENTER. Follow the on-screen prompts to enter new information (see Chapter 5 for details). It can take up to 24 hours to receive new data.

2.Q: What if I change my cable hook-up to antenna or vice versa?

A:Highlight SETUP in the Service Bar. Press z to highlight Change System Settings (page 53), and then press ENTER. Follow the on-screen prompts to enter new input information and rescan channels for the new input (see Chapter 5 for details).

3.Q: What if I change cable boxes?

A:Highlight SETUP in the Service Bar. Press z to highlight Change System Settings (page 53), and then press ENTER. Follow the on-screen prompts to enter new input information and rescan channels for the new input (see Chapter 5 for details).

4.Q: I used to have a cable box, but now I get direct cable.

What do I do?

A:Highlight SETUP in the Service Bar. Press z to highlight Change System Settings (page 53), and then press ENTER. Follow the on-screen prompts to enter new input information and rescan channels for the new input (see Chapter 5 for details).

5.Q: If I add a recorder or change my cable service, how do I change my Setup information?

A:Highlight SETUP in the Service Bar. Press z to highlight Change System Settings (page 53), and then press ENTER. Follow the on-screen prompts to enter new information (see Chapter 5 for details). It can take up to 24 hours to receive new data.

6.Q: Why does it take up to 24 hours for the TV Guide

On Screen® system to be ready for use?

A:The initial setup process consists of finding the stations in your area that carry the TV Guide On Screen® system data and tuning to those stations to receive the setup and listings data.

7.Q: I had a power outage. Do I need to go through initial setup of the TV Guide On Screen® system again?

A:No. The information you entered is stored in the TV Guide On Screen® system memory.

Note: For Cable box users, the TV must be OFF and the Cable box must be left ON for the TV Guide On Screen¨ system to receive channel line-up information.

8.Q: How do I connect the G-LINK®(IR blaster) cable to the G-LINK®input on the TV?

A:See “Chapter 2: Connecting your TV” in this manual.

You also can refer to the TV Guide On Screen® prompts during VCR or Cable box setup.

9.Q: When will I be able to view my TV program listings and use other TV Guide On Screen® system features?

A:You will be able to use initial program listings within 24 hours of initial setup. It may take up to one week to receive the full eight days of program listings.

10.Q: What should I do if I cannot complete initial setup?

A:If you are unable to complete initial setup using the owner’s manual and the on-screen prompts, please call Toshiba’s National Service Division at 1-800-631-3811.

11.Q: If I make a mistake during setup, how do I go back to the previous step?

A:Complete the remaining setup steps. When “Confirming Your Settings” appears, select “No, repeat setup process.” Follow the on-screen prompts and input the correct information.

12.Q: What if the channel number is not visible on my cable box?

A:Your cable box may be defaulting to a clock or time display once the channel changes. Watch the box carefully when testing the cable box brand code to see if the channel changes to 09.

13.Q: Why won’t my VCR turn on?

A:There are several possibilities:

a)An incorrect or “no VCR” code was entered during the TV Guide On Screen® initial setup. Press TV GUIDE on the remote control, and then press • to highlight SETUP. Press z to highlight “Change system settings,” and then press ENTER. Follow the on-screen prompts to select the correct VCR information.

b)Make sure the G-LINK®(IR blaster) cable is connected correctly (see page 21).

c)The VCR record timer is on. Turn off the timer.

d)The wired remote VCR is incompatible.

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Contents 27HL95 27HL95 *Web 213Issue Safety PrecautionsIt Makes a Difference Where Your TV Stands Tune Into SafetyImportant Safety Instructions Installation, Care, and ServiceCare cont. from previous column Never strike the screen with a sharp or heavy objectContents Using the TV Guide On Screen¨ Welcome to Toshiba Features of your new TVIntroduction See ÒImportant notes about your LCD TVÓ onIntroduction TV top panel and side panel controls and connections Connecting your TVGreen and Red LEDs ANT-1 Cable in and ANT-2 in Two inputs that TV back panel connectionsCableCARD Overview of cable types To view encrypted digital channels About the connection illustrations Connecting a CableCARDYou will need Connecting a VCR and antenna or Cable TV no Cable box Connecting a camcorderOn Screen¨ recording features Connecting a VCR and Cable boxTo view basic Cable channels and use the TVÕs features To view basic and premium Cable channelsOne signal splitter Four coaxial cables Connecting a VCR and satellite receiverSelect the ColorStream HD video input source on the TV To view the DVD player To view premium Cable channelsTo view VCR To view antenna or Cable channels To use the TV Guide On Screen¨ recording featureYour TV has ColorStream component video inputs To record a TV program while watching a DVDThree coaxial cables Connecting two VCRsOne signal splitter To dub or edit from VCR 1 to VCRTo connect an Hdmi device, you will need Connecting an HDMIª or a DVI device to the Hdmi input¥ one Hdmi cable type a connector per Hdmi device To connect a DVI device, you will needTo control the audio Connecting a digital audio systemTV’s Digital Audio OUT terminal outputs a Dolby Device see SelectingTo connect to the G-LINK¨terminal LINKconnectionSee Chapter Signal names for mini D-sub 15 pin connector Connecting a personal computer PCPin assignment for RGB/PC terminal Installing the remote control batteries Using the remote controlPreparing the remote control for use Remote control effective rangeCable converter box Remote control codesSatellite receiver DVD player TV/VCR ComboDVD/VCR Combo Portable DVD playerPoint the remote control Directly at the device DVD MenuRemote Control function key chart Learning about the remote control Menu layout and navigation Main menu layoutSetup / Installation menu layout Navigating the menu systemTo set up the TV Guide On Screen¨ system TV Guide On Screen setupSetting up the TV Guide On Screen system New set of Installation Menu icons appearsFor additional details, see On nextSetting up the TV Guide On Screen system If your VCR did not If the information is incorrect, select NoTo configure the ANT 1 and ANT 2 input sources Setting up your TVTo select the menu language Programming channels into the TV’s channel memory To program channels automaticallyProgramming channels into the TVÕs channel memory Programming your favorite channels To select the Hdmi audio mode Setting the Hdmi audio modeSetting the time and date To set the time and dateTo close the screen and return to the Terrestrial menu To view the digital signal meterTo view the CableCARD ª menu To return to normal viewingViewing the system status To close the screen and return to the Installation menuTo cancel the reset To check the system statusRecording-Easily schedule recording of one or more programs TV Guide On Screen system includes the following featuresWhile watching TV, press TV Guide on the remote control To open the TV Guide On Screen¨ systemCurrent show highlighted When in the TV Guide Navigating the TV Guide On Screen systemLock/unlock icon indicates the status of the Video Window To lock/unlock the Video WindowNavigating the TV Guide On Screen¨ system Info BoxTV Guide On Screen Services Listings screenSearch screen To edit or delete a keyword TV Guide On Screen¨ Services Set a show to Record from a panel menuHighlight NEW Manual Recording and press Don’t Record This Show-Cancels the RecordingYou can choose to start or cancel recording Show previously set to RecordChannel you are setting the Reminder for at Highlight the Power on TV field, and press x toAt the scheduled Reminder time or No default You can set a Reminder to perform the following functionsReminder notification banner Setup screen Record Defaults This option allows you to change default settingsGeneral Defaults Remind DefaultsRecord defaults Remind defaultsSelecting the video input source to view Using the TV’s featuresTo select the video input source to view To clear the input labels Labeling the video input sourcesTo label the video input sources DTV Satellite/DSS VCR Laser DiskTo toggle between Browse mode and Select mode Tuning channelsUsing the Channel Browser To tune to a channel in Browse modeTo set a channel as Home using the menus To set a channel as Home using the remote controlTo tune to the Home channel Tuning channels Tuning your favorite channels You can view many program formats in a variety of picture Selecting the picture sizeTo select the picture size TheaterWide 2 picture size for letter box programs TheaterWide 1 picture size For 43 format programFull picture size for 169 480i, 480p source programs only To turn on the auto aspect ratio feature Using the auto aspect ratio featureTo set the scroll settings To turn off the auto aspect ratio featureCinema Mode field, select Film Using the Freeze featureTo set the Cinema Mode to Film To set the Cinema Mode to VideoSelecting the picture mode Adjusting the pictureAdjusting the picture quality To select the color temperature Using CableClear /DNR digital noise reductionSelecting the color temperature Mode you preferTo adjust the back lighting Adjusting the back lighting feature Using dynamic contrastUsing Mpeg noise reduction To select dynamic contrast preferencesUsing the closed caption mode Advanced closed captionsTo select digital closed captions Digital closed captionsPress yz to select Closed Caption Muting the sound Adjusting the audioUsing the digital audio selector Selecting stereo/SAP broadcastsTo adjust the audio quality Adjusting the audio qualityUsing the StableSound feature To turn on the StableSound¨ featureSelecting the optical audio output format Using the SRS WOW surround sound featureTo adjust the WOWª settings To select the optical audio output formatSetting the On/Off timer Setting the sleep timerUsing the PC setting feature PC AudioUsing the Gray Level feature Understanding the auto power off featureUnderstanding the last mode memory feature Displaying TV setting information on-screen using RecallIf you cannot remember your PIN code Using the Locks menuEntering the PIN code Changing your PIN codePress z to highlight Edit Rating Limits and press Enter Blocking TV programs and movies by rating V-ChipTo block and unblock TV programs and movies Independent rating system for broadcastersUnlocking programs temporarily Blocking channelsLocking video inputs Using the GameTimerª Using the panel lock featureTroubleshooting General troubleshootingTroubleshooting TV Guide On Screen¨ FAQs There are several possibilitiesWhy arenÕt all my channels initially displayed? There are several possibilities see page 53 for detailsListings are restored Yes. Highlight any of the four main Services ListingsPress Info on the remote control to resize the Info Highlight Change system settings, and then pressSpecifications AppendixLimited United States Warranty For LCD Televisions 26 and LargerAppendix Appendix Appendix Channel programming Index12-22 80-84 Picture adjustmentsRemote control 21, 31Toshiba America Consumer PRODUCTS, L.L.C