Toshiba 36HF12 owner manual Safety Precautions, Dear Customer

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Dear Customer,

Thank you for purchasing this Toshiba TV. This manual will help you use the many exciting features of your new TV. Before operating the TV, please read this manual completely, and keep it nearby for future reference.

Safety Precautions

WARNING

TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE OR ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS APPLIANCE TO RAIN OR MOISTURE.

WARNING: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT REMOVE COVER (OR BACK). NO USER-SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE. REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL.

The lightning symbol in the triangle tells you that the voltage inside this product may be strong enough to cause an electric shock. DO NOT TRY TO SERVICE THIS PRODUCT YOURSELF.

The exclamation mark in the triangle tells you that important operating and maintenance instructions follow this symbol.

NOTE TO CATV INSTALLERS IN THE USA

This is a reminder to call the CATV system installer’s attention to Article 820-40 of the NEC, which provides guidelines for proper grounding and, in particular, specifies that the cable ground shall be connected to the grounding system of the building, as close to the point of cable entry as practical. For additional antenna grounding information, see items 24 and 25 on page 4.

NOTICE OF POSSIBLE TV STAND INSTABILITY

DANGER: RISK OF SERIOUS PERSONAL

INJURY OR DEATH! Use this TV with

the TOSHIBA TV stand recommended in the “Specifications” section only. Use with other stands may result in instability, causing possible injury or death.

NOTICE OF POSSIBLE ADVERSE EFFECTS

ON TV PICTURE TUBE

If a fixed (non-moving) pattern remains on the TV screen for long periods of time, the image can become permanently engrained in the picture tube. This type of damage is NOT COVERED BY YOUR WARRANTY. See item 32 on page 4.

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Child Safety

It Makes A Difference

Where Your TV Stands

Congratulations on your purchase! As you enjoy your new TV, keep these safety tips in mind:

The Issue

￿If you are like most Americans, you have a TV in your home. Many homes, in fact, have more than one TV.

￿The home theater entertainment experience is a growing trend, and larger TVs are popular purchases; however, they are not always supported on the proper TV stands.

￿Sometimes TVs are improperly secured or inappropriately situated on dressers, bookcases, shelves, desks, audio speakers, chests, or carts. As a result, TVs may fall over, causing unnecessary injury.

Toshiba Cares!

￿The consumer electronics industry is committed to making home entertainment enjoyable and safe.

￿The Consumer Electronics Association formed the Home Entertainment Support Safety Committee, comprised of TV and consumer electronics furniture manufacturers, to advocate

children’s safety and educate consumers and their families about television safety.

Tune Into Safety

￿One size does NOT fit all! Use appropriate furniture large enough to support the weight of your

TV (and other electronic components).

￿Use appropriate angle braces, straps, and anchors to secure your furniture to the wall (but never screw anything directly into the TV).

￿Carefully read and understand the other enclosed instructions for proper use of this product.

￿Do not allow children to climb on or play with furniture and TVs.

￿Avoid placing any item on top of your TV (such as a VCR, remote control, or toy) that a curious child may reach for.

￿Remember that children can become excited while watching a program and can potentially push or pull a TV over.

￿Share our safety message about this hidden hazard of the home with your family and friends. Thank you!

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Tel. 703-907-7600 Fax 703-907-7690 www.CE.org

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Manager of the International CES®

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Contents 36HF12 Safety Precautions Dear CustomerImportant Safety Instructions InstallationService CareIntroduction Welcome to Toshiba IntroductionPlease Note Exploring your new TVConnecting your TV Connecting a VCRConnecting your TV Connecting a cable converter boxConnecting a cable converter box and VCR From CableUsing Connecting a DVD player or satellite receiver and a VCRIntroduction Connecting YourTV Control Settingup YourTV UsingtheTV’s Features Appendix IndexDVD player with component video Antenna Introduction Connecting YourTV Usingthe RemoteControlFrom DTV receiver with component videoFrom Antenna Connecting two VCRsConnecting a camcorder CamcorderSettingup YourTV Connecting an audio systemConnecting an A/V receiver To A/V ReceiverInstalling the remote control batteries Using the remote controlPreparing the remote control for use Using the remote control with a VCR or cable TV converterVCR2 and reprogram the remote control VCR code table Brand name Code numberCable TV converter code table ABCLearning about the remote control Exit exits programming menusUsingthe RemoteControl Settingup YourTV Setting up your TVIntroduction Connecting YourTV UsingtheTV’s FeaturesSelecting the antenna input Setting up your TVChanging the on-screen display language Press x or to highlight your desired languageAdding and erasing channels manually Adding channels to the TV’s memoryProgramming channels automatically Press z to select CH ProgramChanging channels Adjusting the tilt correction featureChanging channels using SpeedSurf Press y or z to highlight ADD/ERASESwitching between two channels Using the TV’s featuresAdjusting the channel settings Programming your favorite channelsUsing the TV’s Features Labeling channelsMENU/ENTER Selecting the image shape Picture tube than in the Compression modeViewing the wide-screen picture formats Example PIP mode Setting YourTV UsingtheTV’s Features AppendixPIP mode Watching PIP/double-windowExample PIP mode Still Switching the main and sub-picturesPIP mode Double-window mode Changing the position of the small pictureUsing the strobe function Using the multi-window featureUsing the favorite function Setting Your UsingtheTV’s FeaturesEntering the PIN code Using the Locks menuPress y or z to display the PIN code entering mode Continue to set each item following the steps on the nextTV Rating Independent rating system for broadcasters Using the V-CHIP menuUsingthe Remote Mpaa Rating Independent rating system for movies Press x or to return to the Locks menuRepeat steps 3 and 4 for other channels Locking channelsUnlocking programs temporarily Locking video inputs Press y or z to highlight Clear ALL, and then press x orPress Enter New PIN code is now active Using the front panel lock featureChanging the PIN code Buttons to be lockedAdjusting the picture quality Adjusting the pictureSelecting the picture mode To turn off the DNR feature Highlight OFF in above Using the flesh tone featureUsing the Digital Noise Reduction DNR feature Saving new preferenceResetting picture adjustments Selecting the cinema modeSelecting the color temperature Labeling the video input sources Connecting YourTV ControlSelecting the video input source Using the closed caption feature To view text, highlight T1, T2, T3, or T4To set the clock Setting the sleep timerSetting the clock Selecting stereo/SAP broadcasts Adjusting the soundMuting the sound Using the SRS 3D surround sound feature Adjusting the sound qualityTo turn off the SBS Highlight OFF in above Resetting audio adjustmentsUsing the sub-bass system SBS To turn on the built-in speakers Highlight on in above Turning off the built-in speakersSelecting the Audio OUT sound Displaying on-screen information Using the StableSound featureSelecting the background of the menu display Understanding the last mode memory feature Viewing the demonstration modeUnderstanding the auto power off feature Specifications AppendixBlack box appears on the screen TroubleshootingAntenna T2, T3, or T4. Turn closed captioning OFFLimited United States Warranty Limited Canada Warranty Index Channel programmingPage Manufactured by
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