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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 Plasma Color Television IntroductionSafety Precautions Dear CustomerImportant Safety Instructions InstallationService CareImportant notes about your Plasma TV Introduction Supplied accessories Introduction Connecting YourTVWelcome to Toshiba TheaterLink cableExploring your new TV Push up Left pocket panel Right pocket panelConnecting your TV Connecting a VCR Connecting a cable converter boxConnecting a cable converter box and VCR Cable signal splitter Cable converter boxConnecting a DVD player or satellite receiver and a VCR Connecting your TVUsingthe RemoteControl Settingup YourTV TVÕs Usingthe Features Appendix Index¥ one pair of standard audio cables Connecting two VCRs Connecting a camcorderIntroduction Connecting YourTV Usingthe RemoteControl Setting Your UsingtheTVÕs Features Appendix IndexConnecting a device to the DVI/HDCP Connecting a device to the TheaterLink Connecting an audio system AmplifierInstalling the remote control batteries Preparing the remote control for useIntroduction Connecting your TV Using the Remote Control Remote Control functional key chartCBL/SAT Audio VCR TV/VCR TV/SAT Control Device code setupSearching and sampling the code of a device Using the volume lock feature Operational feature resetVCR setup codes Device code tableCD Player setup codes Learning about the remote control Setting up your TV Learning about the menu systemUsing the Quick Connect Guide Setting up your TVSelecting the antenna input Changing the on-screen display languagePress x or to highlight your desired language UpSetting TVyour Adding channels to the TVÕs memoryProgramming channels automatically Press z to select CH ProgramChanging channels Changing channels using SpeedSurfAdding and erasing channels manually Adjusting the channel settings Switching between two channels using Channel ReturnSwitching between two channels using SurfLockª Programming your favorite channelsANT2 mode Labeling channels On nextPress PIC Size on the remote control Viewing the wide-screen picture formatsSelecting the picture size Press z to highlightTheater Wide 1 picture size ¥ None of the picture is hiddenUsing Remote Settingup YourTV UsingtheTVÕs Features Connecting yourTVPress x or to display the Scroll Adjustment mode Using the auto aspect feature Selecting the cinema modeUsingthe RemoteControl Settingup YourTV TheTVÕs Features Using the POP double-window featureUsing Switching the main and POP pictures Adjusting the size of the double-windowFreezing the POP picture Press ExitUsing the programmed channel search function Double-Window with keeping aspect ratioUsing the favorite channel search function About the auto favorite featureUsing the Locks menu Press y or z to display the PIN code entering modeEntering the PIN code If you cannot remember your PIN codeUsing the V-CHIP menu TV Rating Independent rating system for broadcastersFrom the Locks menu, select TV Rating Locks menuTheTVÕs Features Mpaa Rating Independent rating system for moviesTo select each item Press z or y Press x or to return to the Locks menuUnlocking programs temporarily Locking channelsRepeat steps 3 and 4 for other channels Locks menu Locking video inputs OFFUsing the game timer Using the front panel lock featureTo cancel the timer Select OFF in above Changing the PIN codeAdjusting the picture Selecting the picture modeUsingthe RemoteControl Adjusting the picture qualitySelecting the color temperature Using CableClearª DNR Digital Noise ReductionSaving your new preferences Resetting your picture quality adjustments Selecting the video input sourceLabeling the video input sources Selecting the background of the menu displayUsing the closed caption feature ¥ To view text, highlight T1, T2, T3, or T4Setting the ON-timer Setting the sleep timerMuting the sound Adjusting the soundSelecting stereo/SAP broadcasts Enjoying the Dolby Virtual sound feature Enjoying the WOWª surround sound featureAdjusting the sound quality Resetting your audio adjustmentsUsing the sub-bass system SBS Turning off the built-in speakersTo turn off the SBS Highlight OFF in above To turn on the built-in speakers Highlight on in aboveSelecting the Audio OUT sound Using the StableSound¨ featureAppendix Index Adjusting the long life features Picture shiftWhite Viewing the demonstration mode Understanding the auto power off featureUnderstanding the last mode memory feature 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 VISUAL-EQUIPMENT Corporation
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