Toshiba 37HL86, 32HL86, 26HL86 manual Introduction, Features of your new TV

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Chapter 1: Introduction

Features of your new TV

The following are just a few of the many exciting features of your new Toshiba widescreen LCD TV:

•Two sets of ColorStream® HD high-resolution component video inputs (- pages 9 and 13).

•HDMI™ digital, high-definition multimedia interface (- pages 9 and 15).

•SRS WOW™ audio technologies (- page 39).

•CableClear® DNR digital picture noise reduction (- page 36).

•PC IN (Analog RGB) computer input (- pages 9 and 16).

Overview of steps for installing, setting up, and using your new TV

Follow these steps to set up your TV and begin using its many exciting features.

1 Carefully read the important safety, installation, care, and service information (- pages 2–4). Keep this manual for future reference.

2 Observe the following when choosing a location for the TV:

•Place the TV on the floor or a sturdy, level, stable surface that can support the weight of the unit. Secure

the TV to a wall, pillar, or other immovable structure (- page 3).

•Place the TV in a location where light does not reflect on the screen.

•Place the TV far enough from walls and other objects to allow proper ventilation. Inadequate ventilation may cause overheating, which will damage the TV. THIS TYPE OF DAMAGE IS NOT COVERED UNDER THE TOSHIBA WARRANTY.

3 Do not plug in any power cords until AFTER you have connected all cables and devices to your TV.

4 BEFORE connecting cables or devices to the TV, learn

the functions of the TV’s connections and controls (- pages 8–9).

5 Connect your other electronic device(s) to the TV (- pages 10–16).

6 Install the batteries in the remote control (- page 17).

7 See “Learning about the remote control” (-page 18) for an overview of the buttons on the remote control.

8 Program the remote control to operate your other device(s) (- pages 19–23).

9 AFTER connecting all cables and devices, plug in the power cords for your TV and other devices.

Press POWER on the TV control panel or remote control to turn on the TV.

10 See “Menu layout and navigation” for a quick overview of the TV’s menu system (- page 24).

11 Program channels into the TV’s channel memory (- page 26).

12 For details on using the TV’s features, see Chapter 6.

13 For help, refer to the Troubleshooting section (- Chapter 7).

14 For technical specifications and warranty information, see Chapter 8.

15 Enjoy your new TV!

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Contents LCD Color Television 26HL86 32HL86 37HL86 Dear Customer Safety PrecautionsInstallation Important Safety InstructionsInstallation, Care, and Service Additional Safety Precautions Care ServiceImportant notes about your Welcome to ToshibaTrademark Information Contents Introduction Features of your new TVTV front and side panel controls and connections For an explanation of cable types and connections, see TV back panel connectionsColorStream HD-1 and ColorStream HD-2 Overview of cable types Connecting your TVCoaxial cables Standard A/V cables To view the antenna or Cable signalYou will need To view the VCRTo view basic and premium Cable channels Connecting a VCR and Cable boxTo view the VCR or view and record antenna channels To record a TV program while watching a DVDTo view antenna or Cable channels To view the DVD playerSelect the Video 2 video input source on the TV Connecting two VCRsConnecting a camcorder To view the camcorder videoTo connect an Hdmi device, you will need Connecting an Hdmi or DVI device to the Hdmi inputHdmi device connection DVI device connectionSignal names for mini D-sub 15-pin connector Connecting a personal computer PCRemote control effective range Using the remote controlPreparing the remote control for use Installing the remote control batteriesLearning about the remote control CH Bb Using the remote control to operate your other devicesTo use your TV remote control to operate a VCR, set the Mode Select Switch to VCRCable SAT VCR DVD Remote Control functional key chartProgramming the remote control to operate your other devices DVD/VCR Combo Cable converter boxSatellite receiver TV/VCR ComboHtib Menu Layout Menu layout and navigationIcon Option Navigating the menu system To select the menu language Setting up your TVSelecting the menu language Programming channels automaticallyTo add and delete channels in the Favorite Channel lists Programming your favorite channelsManually adding and deleting channels in the channel memory To add or delete channels in the channel memoryLabeling channels To set the Hdmi audio mode Setting the Hdmi audio modeLabeling the video input sources Using the TV’s featuresTo select the video input source using the program list Selecting the video input source to viewSwitching between two channels using Channel Return Tuning channelsTuning your favorite channels Tuning to a specific channel programmed or unprogrammedTheaterWide 1 picture size for 43 format programs Natural picture size for 480i and 480p program sources onlyFull picture size for 169 source programs only HD picture size for 720p and 1080i program sources onlySelection Pressing C Pressing c Adjusting the Picture PositionUsing the auto aspect ratio feature Signal Automatically selected when Source Auto Aspect is OnSelecting the gray level for 43 mode side panels Using the blue screen functionMode Picture Quality Adjusting the pictureSelecting the picture mode Adjusting the picture qualityUsing Mpeg noise reduction Using the black stretch featureUsing CableClear/DNR digital noise reduction To view captions or text Using the closed caption modeSelecting the color temperature To select the color temperatureSelecting stereo/SAP broadcasts Adjusting the audioClosed Caption Reception Adjustment Muting the soundTo adjust the WOW settings Adjusting the audio qualityUsing the SRS WOW surround sound feature To adjust the audio qualityIf you cannot remember your PIN code Using the Locks menuUsing the StableSound feature Entering the PIN codeChanging your PIN code Using the Video lock featureLocking channels To set the PC Audio Using the PC setting featureTo adjust the PC settings PC AudioSetting the On timer Setting the sleep timerTo close the Recall screen Understanding the auto power off featureUnderstanding the last mode memory feature To display TV setting information on-screenGeneral troubleshooting TroubleshootingChannel tuning problems Remote control problemsClosed caption problems Appendix SpecificationsFor LCD Televisions Limited Canada Warranty11, 12, 13 Index06-05
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