Toshiba 34HF84 owner manual Troubleshooting, Antenna, Black box appears on the screen

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Introduction
Connecting	yourTV
Usingthe	RemoteControl
Settingup	yourTV
UsingtheTV’s	Features

Appendix

Index

Troubleshooting

Before calling a service technician, please check the following table for a possible cause of the symptom and some solutions.

Symptom	Solution
TV will not turn on	•	Make sure the power cord is plugged in, then press POWER.
	•	The remote control batteries may be dead. Replace the batteries.

No picture, no sound	•	Check the antenna/cable connections.

No sound, picture OK	• The sound may be muted. Press VOLUME.
	•	The station may have broadcast difficulties. Try another channel.
	• Check that the SPEAKERS function in AUDIO menu is set properly.

Poor picture, sound OK	•	Check the antenna connections.
	•	The station may have broadcast difficulties. Try another channel.
	• Adjust the PICTURE menu.

Poor reception of broadcast channels	•	The station may have broadcast difficulties. Try another channel.
	•	Check the antenna connections.
	•	If you are using a VCR, make sure the TV/VCR button is set
		correctly.

Cannot receive above channel 13	•	Make sure the TV/CABLE switch is set to the mode that
		corresponds with the signal source type (cable company or outside
		antenna).

Black box appears on the screen	• The closed caption feature may be set to one of the Text modes (T1,
		T2, T3, or T4). Turn closed captioning OFF.

Unable to select a certain channel	• The channel may be locked out with the CH LOCK feature, or
		erased with the ADD/ERASE feature.

Multiple images	•	The station may have broadcast difficulties. Try another channel.
	•	Antenna reception may be poor. Use a highly directional outdoor
		antenna.

Poor color or no color	•	The station may have broadcast difficulties. Try another channel.
	• Adjust the TINT and/or COLOR in the PICTURE menu.

No stereo or SAP sound from a	•	Make sure the MTS feature is set properly.
known MTS broadcast

The remote control does not operate	•	Check whether the appropriate device mode is selected.
	•	Remove all obstructions between the remote control and the remote
		control sensor in the TV.
	•	The remote control batteries may be dead. Replace the batteries.

Cannot access signal input sources	• Check the VIDEO LOCK feature.
(Video1, Video2, Video3,
ColorStream HD1/HD2, HDMI)
and/or Channels 3 and 4.

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Contents 34HF84 Safety Precautions Dear CustomerImportant Safety Instructions InstallationService CareImportant Safety Information Introduction Introduction Connecting YourTV Usingthe RemoteControlSettingup YourTV UsingtheTV’s Features Appendix Index Welcome to ToshibaConnecting your TV From Antenna or CableConnecting a VCR Connecting a cable converter boxFrom Cable Box or Antenna Stereo VCR From CableYou will need Four coaxial cables One set of A/V cables Connecting a cable converter box and VCRUsingtheTV’s Features Connecting a DVD player or satellite receiver and a VCR FromAntenna DVD Player Satellite Satellite Receiver DishFrom Antenna Stereo VCR DVD player with component videoFrom DTV Antenna DTV Receiver with component videoConnecting two VCRs Connecting a camcorderUsing Appendix IndexOne Hdmi cable type a connector To connect an Hdmi device, you will needConnecting an audio system AmplifierPreparing the remote control for use Installing the remote control batteriesIf you have a Toshiba device Squeeze tab and lift coverFor future reference, write down the codes you used Remote control codesIntroduction Htib Begins playback of a tape or DVD Introduction Connecting YourTV Control100 Learning about the remote control Connecting YourTV ControlAdjusts the volume level POP Direct CH allows direct access to POP channelsLearning about the menu system TV front panelChanging the on-screen display language Selecting the antenna inputYour Press y or z to highlight your desired languageConnecting YourTV Usingthe RemoteControl Settingup TV’s Usingthe FeaturesAdding channels to the TV’s memory Programming channels automaticallyAdjusting the tilt correction feature Usingthe n RemoteControlChanging channels Adding and erasing channels manuallyAdjusting the channel settings Switching between two channels using Channel ReturnSwitching between two channels using SurfLock Programming your favorite channelsConnecting Your Usingthe RemoteControl Settingup yourTVPress y or z to highlight Favorite CHClear UsingtheTV’s Features AppendixLabeling channels Connecting yourTV Usingthe RemoteControl Settingup YourTV TV’sSelecting the picture size Conventional picture on aSetting your Not stretched taller None of the picture is hiddenTo lower the picture, press z Press Enter to display the Scroll Adjustment modeTo raise the picture, press y Press y or z to select ON, and then press Enter Using the Auto Aspect featurePress y or z to highlight Auto ASPECT, and then press Using the POP double-window feature Switching the main and POP pictures Switching the speaker sound of main and POP programsExample Press Purple Example PressUsing the programmed channel search function Double-Window aspect ratioUsing the favorite channel search function About the auto favorite featureMoving picture Purple Moving pictureUsing the Locks menu Using the V-CHIP menuEntering the PIN code If you cannot remember your PIN codeEnable Blocking TV Rating Independent rating system for broadcastersUp TV Introduction Connecting YourTV Usingthe RemoteControlMpaa Rating Independent rating system for movies Using Remote Settingup YourTV UsingtheTV’s FeaturesLocking channels Unlocking programs temporarilyConnecting your Press y or z to highlight Clear ALL, and then press EnterIntroduction Connecting Using Remote Settingup YourTV TheTV’sUsing Features Locking the video inputsAdjusting the picture Selecting the picture modeAdjusting the picture quality Picture SettingsSaving new preference Selecting the color temperaturePress x or to select the mode you prefer Done Using the CableClear DNR featureResetting picture adjustments Press y or z to select Film auto Selecting the display format for 480p signal onlySelecting the cinema mode Using the TV’s Features Appendix Index Selecting the video input sourceTo view text, highlight T1, T2, T3, or T4 Using the closed caption featurePress y or z to highlight Caption or TEXT, and then press Setting the on timer Setting the sleep timerTo set the clock Press y or z to highlight Clock SET, and then press EnterPress Enter to start the clock To display the time on-screen Press RecallSelecting stereo/SAP broadcasts Adjusting the soundMuting the sound Using the WOW surround sound feature Adjusting the sound qualityPress y or z to adjust the item, then press Enter Audio Settings menu appearsTo turn off the StableSound feature Select OFF in above Resetting your audio adjustmentsUsing the StableSound feature Turning off the built-in speakers Selecting the Audio OUT soundTo turn on the built-in speakers Select on in above Press y or z to select Main or POP, and then press EnterUnderstanding the auto power off feature Understanding the last mode memory featureSelecting the background of the menu display Displaying on-screen informationSpecifications AppendixTroubleshooting AntennaBlack box appears on the screen T2, T3, or T4. Turn closed captioning OFFLimited United States Warranty Limited Canada Warranty Index Manufactured by Page Page