Toshiba 46XF550U, 40XF550U, 2XF550U 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, integrated HD, LCD TV:

Super Narrow Bezel and Blue LED Illumination.

Integrated digital tuning (8VSB ATSC and QAM) eliminates the need for a separate digital converter set-top box (in most cases).

1080p output resolution.

Three HDMIdigital, high-definition multimedia interfaces with 1080p input support (- page 16).

HDMI capabilities

Lip-Sync Latency feature activates an auto audio/video display timing adjustment function that allows HDMI source devices to accurately perform synchronization automatically.

Deep Color feature allows the HDMI source to increase the available colors bits within the boundaries defined by the RGB or YCbCr color space.

x.v.Color feature expands the acceptable color range (limits) in HDMI signals and allows for sending of wider color signals from HDMI.

REGZA-LINKallows control of external devices from the TV remote via HDMI connection (- page 57).

Two sets of ColorStream® HD high-resolution component video inputs (- page 14).

SRS WOWaudio technologies (- page 64).

Digital Audio Out optical audio connection with Dolby® Digital optical output format (- page 52).

CableClear® digital picture noise reduction (- page 62).

PC IN (Analog RGB) computer terminal (- page 19).

Channel Labeling allows you to put the Call Letters (e.g. ABC, HBO, etc.) on the screen along with the station numbers, so you always know what you’re watching (- page 38).

IR OUT infrared terminal using the IR blaster cable for IR pass-through device control (- pages 12 and 15).

ColorMasterallows you to adjust the TV’s standard colors. The menu for this feature has a unique “black” design to enhance contrast while you’re adjusting the color (- page 63).

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 Observe the following when choosing a location for the TV:

Read “Important notes about your LCD TV” (- page 6).

Place the TV in a proper location (- pages 2–5)

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

3 BEFORE connecting cables or devices to the TV, learn

the functions of the TV’s connections and controls (- pages 10–11).

4 Connect your other electronic device(s) to the TV (- pages 12–19).

5 See “Chapter 3: Using the remote control” (- page 20) for an overview of the buttons on the remote control, install the batteries and prepare to operate your other device(s).

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

Note: After you turn on the TV, the Menu Language selection and Demo Mode selection menus appear automatically by default.

You can turn off the On-Screen demonstration mode by setting the Demo Mode to Off.

(- page 35).

7 See “Menu layout and navigation” for a quick overview of navigating the TV’s menu system (- page 33).

8 Program channels into the TV’s channel memory (- page 36).

9 For details on using the TV’s features, see Chapters 6 and 7.

10 For help, refer to the Troubleshooting Guide, see Chapter 8.

11 For technical specifications and warranty information, see Chapter 9.

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Contents 40XF550U 46XF550U 52XF550U Issue Safety PrecautionsTune Into Safety Dear CustomerInstallation, Care, and Service Important Safety InstructionsAdditional Safety Precautions InstallationCare ServiceChoosing a location for your LCD TV To Display your LCD TV using a Wall BracketTo Display your LCD TV on the included Pedestal Stand Removing the Pedestal StandPart Important notes about your LCD TVTrademark Information Contents Troubleshooting Introduction Features of your new TVTV front and side panel controls and connections Green and Yellow LEDsEffective range For an explanation of cable types and connections, see pages TV back panel connectionsConnecting your TV Overview of cable typesAbout the connection illustrations You will need To view the antenna or Cable signalTo view basic and premium Cable channels To view the VCRTo view the DVD player To view antenna or Cable channelsTo view the VCR or view and record antenna channels To record a TV program while watching a DVDTo connect the IR blaster cable To control the devicesIf you cannot locate the device’s infrared sensor To connect an Hdmi device, you will need Connecting an Hdmi or DVI device to the Hdmi inputTo view the Hdmi device video To connect a DVI device, you will needREGZA-LINK connection Before controlling the devicesHdmi cables Connecting an audio system To control the audioStandard audio cables Signal Connecting a personal computer PCTo connect a PC to the PC in terminal on the TV To connect a PC to the Hdmi terminal on the TVPreparing the remote control for use Using the remote controlInstalling the remote control batteries If you have a Toshiba deviceTV until the keypad blinks 3 times to control the TV TV, CABLE/SAT, HD DVD, DVD, and VCR/PVR. PressPVR Remote Control functional key chart= key does not send a signal in that remote control mode Device code setup Using the remote control to operate your other devicesMode Select Default device mode control before programming Mode Select Device mode control after programmingOperational feature reset Using the volume lock featureTo unlock the remote control’s volume keys To reset the remote controlTVs Cable boxesSatellite receivers 3D LAB DVDsHD DVDs DVD/VCR ComboVCRs KEC STS Cable/PVR Combo PVRsDBS/PVR Combo Audio AmpSAE Audio Amp/TunersMenu layout and navigation Setup/Installation menu layoutMain menu layout Thinc menuApplications Navigating the menu systemSetting up your TV Setting the Demo ModeSelecting the menu language To configure the ANT/CABLE input source Configuring the input source for the ANT/CABLE terminalProgramming channels automatically To program channels automaticallyManually adding and deleting channels in the channel memory Setting the Auto Input featureLabeling channels Setting the Hdmi audio mode Viewing the digital signal meterSetting the time zone Selecting the Demo Mode Selecting the Power-On ModeReset Factory Defaults Viewing the system statusUsing the TV’s features Labeling the video input sourcesTo label the video input sources Tuning channels Tuning channels using Channel BrowserFavorites Browser Elements of the Channel Browser Tuning to the next programmed channel Setting the Channel Tuning ModeTuning to a specific channel programmed or unprogrammed Adding and clearing channels and inputs in the History ListSwitching between two channels using SurfLock Switching between two channels using Channel ReturnTo select the picture size using the remote control To select the picture size using the menusTheaterWide For 43 format programs Picture Size NaturalTheaterWide For letter box programs TheaterWide For letter box programs with subtitlesTo set the scroll settings Using the auto aspect ratio featureTo turn on the auto aspect ratio feature To turn off the auto aspect ratio featureAdjusting the picture Using the Freeze featureSelecting the picture mode Adjusting the picture qualityUsing the TheaterLock feature Using the closed caption modeBase closed captions Digital CC Settings Adjusting the audioUsing the Closed Caption button on the remote control CC SelectorUsing the digital audio selector Adjusting the audio qualitySelecting stereo/SAP broadcasts Using the StableSound feature Using the Locks menuUsing the Dolby Digital Dynamic Range Control feature Entering the PIN codeIf you cannot remember your PIN code Press b to highlight Enable Rating BlockingChanging your PIN code Blocking TV programs and movies by rating V-ChipTo download the additional rating system if available Using the GameTimer Using the input lock featureBlocking channels Unlocking programs temporarilyUsing the control panel lock feature Using the PC settings featureTo adjust the PC settings To lock the control panelSetting the sleep timer Setting the PC AudioUsing REGZA-LINK REGZA-LINK playback device HD DVD player, etc. controlREGZA-LINK input source selection Volume and Mute controls of Audio ReceiverOther REGZA-LINK functions REGZA-LINK Player Control menu functionsUsing the Hdmi settings feature To set the REGZA-LINK SetupTo set the Hdmi Settings Understanding the last mode memory feature Understanding the auto power off featureTo display TV status information using Recall To display TV status information using InfoUsing the advanced picture settings features Using the TV’s advanced featuresUsing dynamic contrast Using the static gamma featureUsing the ClearFrame feature Using the Film Stabilization featureUsing CableClear digital noise reduction Using Mpeg noise reduction Using the ColorMaster featureUsing Color Palette Adjustment Using x.v.Color Selection feature Using the advanced audio settings featuresUsing the Game Mode feature Using the SRS WOW surround sound featureGeneral troubleshooting TroubleshootingLED indications Green blinks slowly Yellow blinks slowly Green blinks quicklyAppendix SpecificationsAcceptable signal formats for PC in and Hdmi terminals Format Resolution Frequency Pixel Clock Frequency1280 60.020Hz 63.981kHz 108.000MHz For LCD Televisions 26 and Larger Limited United States WarrantyFor Toshiba Brand Flat Panel Televisions Limited Canadian WarrantyDisclaimer and Limitation of Remedy Freeze Index08-01