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25)Always make sure the antenna system is properly grounded to provide adequate protection against voltage surges and built-up static charges (see Section 810 of the National Electric Code).

30) While it is thundering, do not touch the connecting cables

or apparatus.

31) For added protection of your TV from lightning and power

surges, always unplug the power cord and disconnect the

Ground clamp

Electric service equipment

Ground clamps

Antenna lead-in wire

Antenna discharge unit (NEC Section 810-20)

Grounding conductors (NEC Section 810-21)

Power service grounding

electrode system (NEC Art 250 Part H)

antenna from the TV if you leave the TV unattended or

unused for long periods of time.

32) During normal use, the TV may make occasional snapping

or popping sounds. This is normal, especially when the

unit is being turned on or off. If these sounds become

frequent or continuous, unplug the power cord and

contact a Toshiba Authorized Service Center.

33) Possible Adverse Effects on Plasma Screen: If a fixed

(non-moving) pattern remains on the plasma screen for

long periods of time, the image can become permanently

26)DANGER: RISK OF SERIOUS PERSONAL

INJURY OR DEATH!

¥ Use extreme care to make sure you are never in a position where your body (or any item you are in contact with, such as a ladder or screwdriver) can accidentally touch overhead power lines. Never locate the antenna near overhead power lines or other electrical circuits.

¥Never attempt to install any of the following during lightning activity:

a) an antenna system; or b) cables, wires, or any home theater component connected to an antenna or phone system.

Care

For better performance and safer operation of your TOSHIBA TV, follow these recommendations and precautions:

27)If you use the TV in the room of 0¡C or less, the picture brightness may vary until the plasma monitor warms up. This is not a sign of a malfunction.

28)Always unplug the TV before

cleaning. Wipe the display panel surface gently using only the supplied

wiping cloth or a soft cloth (cotton, flannel, etc.). A hard

cloth may damage the surface

of the panel. Avoid contact with alcohol, thinner, benzene, acidic or and alkaline solvent cleaners, abrasive cleaners, or chemical cloths, as the surface may be impaired.

29)WARNING: RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK! Never spill liquids or push objects of any kind

into the TV cabinet slots.

engrained in the plasma TV panel and cause subtle but

permanent ghost images. This type of damage is NOT

COVERED BY YOUR WARRANTY. Never leave your TV

on for long periods of time while it is displaying the

following formats or images:

¥ Fixed Images, such as PIP/POP windows, stock tickers,

video game patterns, TV station logos, and websites.

¥ Special Formats that do not use

the entire screen. For example,

viewing letterbox style (16:9) media on a normal (4:3) display (gray bars

at top and bottom of screen); or

viewing normal style (4:3) media on a widescreen (16:9) display (gray bars on left and right sides of screen).

Service

34)WARNING: RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK!

Never attempt to service the TV yourself. Opening and removing the covers may expose you to

dangerous voltage or other hazards. Refer all servicing to a Toshiba Authorized Service Center.

35)If you have the TV serviced:

¥Ask the service technician to use only replacement parts specified by the manufacturer.

¥Upon completion of service, ask the service technician to perform routine safety checks to determine that the TV is in safe operating condition.

36)When the TV reaches the end of its useful life, ask a qualified service technician to properly dispose of the TV.

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Contents Appendix IntroductionIndex Safety Precautions Dear CustomerImportant Safety Instructions InstallationService CareImportant notes about your Plasma TV Introduction Introduction Connecting your TV Supplied accessoriesWelcome to Toshiba Exploring your new TV OUTConnecting an antenna or cable TV Connecting YourTVUsingthe RemoteControl Settingup YourTV UsingtheTVÕs Features Appendix IndexConnecting a VCR Connecting a cable converter boxConnecting a cable converter box and VCR Appendix IndexConnecting a DVD player or satellite receiver and a VCR Unauthorized recording, useFrom Antenna Stereo VCR From DTV Receiver with component video DTV Antenna Connecting two VCRs Connecting a camcorderConnecting YourTV Usingthe RemoteControl You will need ¥ one set of standard A/V cablesConnecting an HDMIª or a DVI device to the Hdmi input ¥ one Hdmi cable type a connector¥ one HDMIÐtoÐDVI adapter cable Hdmi type a connector ¥ one pair of standard analog audio cablesConnecting a device to the TheaterLink Connecting an audio system Preparing the remote control for use Installing the remote control batteriesUsing the Remote Control Remote Control functional key chartCBL/SAT Audio VCR TV/VCR TV/SAT Device code setup Searching and sampling the code of a deviceUsing the volume lock feature Operational feature resetVCR setup codes Device code tableCD Player setup codes Learning about the remote control Introduction Connecting YourTV Usingthe RemoteControl Settingup YourTVUsingtheTVÕs Features Appendix Index Learning about the menu systemSetting up your TV Changing the on-screen display languageSelecting the antenna input Press y or z to highlight your desired languageProgramming channels automatically Adding channels to the TVÕs memoryPress Enter Press z to select CH Program Changing channels Adding and erasing channels manuallyAdjusting the channel settings Switching between two channels using Channel ReturnSwitching between two channels using SurfLockª Programming your favorite channelsTVÕs Press y or z to highlightFavorite CH Press Enter to display the Favorite CH menuLabeling channels Press z or y to highlightClear Press Enter to erase the channel labelSelecting the picture size Natural picture sizeSetting Your UsingtheTVÕs Features YourUp TV ¥ None of the picture is hiddenPress Enter to display the Scroll Adjustment mode Scrolling the TheaterWide¨ picture TheaterWide 2 and 3 only¥ To raise the picture, press y ¥ To lower the picture, press zUsing the Auto Aspect feature Press y or z to highlight Auto ASPECT, and then pressEnter Press y or z to select ON, and then press EnterUsing the POP double-window feature To close the POP window Press Split again or ExitSwitching the main and POP pictures Switching the speaker audio main or POPUsingtheTVÕs Features ControlUsing the programmed channel search function Double-Window aspect ratioUsing the favorite channel search function About the auto favorite featureUsing the Locks menu Using the V-CHIP menuUsing Entering the PIN codeEnable Blocking OFF To release your setting UnlockTV Rating Independent rating system for broadcasters Press z or y to select an itemMpaa Rating Independent rating system for movies Mpaa RatingConnecting Your Usingthe RemoteControl Setting yourLocking channels Unlocking programs temporarilyPress y or z to highlight Clear ALL, and then press Enter Locking the video inputs Changing the PIN codeOFF From the Locks menu, press y or z to highlight NEW PIN CodeAdjusting the picture Selecting the picture modeAdjusting the picture quality Picture SettingsPress x or to select the mode you prefer Selecting the color temperatureSaving your new preferences Using the CableClearª DNR feature Resetting picture adjustmentsSelecting the cinema mode Press y or z to select Film autoUsing the TVÕs Features Selecting the video input sourcePress y or z to highlight Caption or TEXT, and then press Using the closed caption feature¥ To view text, highlight T1, T2, T3, or T4 Setting the on timer Setting the sleep timerMuting the sound Adjusting the soundSelecting stereo/SAP broadcasts Enjoying the Dolby Virtual sound feature Using the WOWª surround sound featurePress y or z to adjust the item, then press Enter Adjusting the sound quality Resetting your audio adjustmentsUsing the StableSound¨ feature To turn off the StableSound feature Select OFF in aboveTurning off the built-in speakers To turn on the built-in speakersSelecting the Audio OUT sound AUDIO/VIDEO OUT terminals Press y or z to select Main or POP, and then press EnterAdjusting the long life features Picture shiftWhite pattern will be displayed TimeUnderstanding 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 Toshiba ELECTROMEX, S.A. DE C.V
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