Toshiba 50A60A, 61A60R, 55A60R, 55A60A owner manual Watching picture-in-picture PIP

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Watching picture-in-picture (PIP)

The picture-in-picture (PIP) feature allows you to watch two pictures at the same time. The smaller picture can come from a TV broadcast or an external source, such as a VCR.

To display a TV broadcast as a small picture:

1.Turn on the TV and select the program you want to watch.

2.Press PIP once to display a small picture. A window 1/9 the size of the screen will appear. Press PIP a second time to display a 1/16 size window.

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3.Press PIP CH y z to choose the program you want to be displayed as a small picture.

If the V-CHIP feature is active and you try to watch a TV program that exceeds the rating limits you set, the TV will enter into the program block mode. See “Using the V-CHIP menu” on page 27.

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To display a picture from an external source as a small picture:

1.Make sure you have connected the external source equipment properly. For more information, see “Connecting your TV” on page 6.

2.Turn on the TV and select the program you want to watch.

3.Press PIP once to display a small picture. A window 1/9 the size of the screen will appear. Press PIP a second time to display a 1/16 size window.

4.Press SOURCE repeatedly to select the input source (VIDEO 1, VIDEO 2 or VIDEO 3) for the small picture. The selected source will be displayed in purple. ColorStream cannot be selected.

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To turn PIP off:

Press PIP once or twice, depending on the size of the small picture screen you selected.

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PIP cannot be turned on when ColorStream input is being viewed.

You cannot display the signal sources input through the ANT-2 terminal in the PIP window.

You can choose to hear the sound of either the PIP or main picture (see “Selecting the audio OUT sound” on page 41).

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Contents Projection Television Precautions Important InformationIntroduction Introduction Welcome to ToshibaExploring your new TV Connecting your TV Connecting a VCRConnecting a cable converter box Connecting a cable converter box and a VCRConnecting a DVD player or satellite receiver and a VCR Connecting a DVD player with ColorStream and a VCRConnecting two VCRs From AntennaConnecting a camcorder Connecting an audio systemConnecting an A/V receiver Connection example of Dolby Pro Logic surround systemUsing the remote control Preparing the remote control for useInstalling the remote control batteries Using the remote control with a VCR or a cable TV converterUsing the Remote Control VCR code table Brand name Code numberCable TV converter code table ABCLearning about the remote control Setting up your TV Press Exit to close an on-screen display instantlyUsing the TV/ Video button on the TV Changing the on-screen display languageSelecting the antenna input Adding channels to the TV’s memory Programming channels automaticallyPress z to select CH Program Changing channels Adding and erasing channels manuallyAdjusting the color convergence Press x or to display the center convergence menuPress Exit twice to close the convergence menus Using the TV’s features Adjusting the channel settingsSwitching between two channels Programming your favorite channelsUsing the TV’s Features Labeling channelsChannel Number Watching picture-in-picture PIP Switching the main and small pictures Changing the position of the small pictureFreezing the small picture Using the Locks menu Entering the PIN codePress Enter to display the Locks menu Continue to set each item following the steps on the nextUsing the V-CHIP menu TV Rating Independent rating system for broadcastersMpaa Rating Independent rating system for movies Movie ratings you can lock are described as followsPress x or to return to the Locks menu Locking channels Unlocking programs temporarilyRepeat steps 3 and 4 for other channels Locks menu Locking video inputs Changing the PIN codeFrom the Locks menu, select NEW PIN Code Press ENTER. The new PIN code is now activeAdjusting the picture Adjusting the picture qualitySelecting the picture modes Using the flesh tone feature Using the noise reduction featureTo turn off the flesh tone feature Highlight OFF in above Saving new preferencesSelecting the color temperature Resetting your picture adjustmentsWatching video input Selecting the video input labelsUsing the closed caption feature Closed caption feature has two optionsTo view text, highlight T1, T2, T3, or T4 Setting the sleep timer Setting the clockTo cancel the sleep timer Press Power twice To display the time on-screen Press RecallAdjusting the sound Muting the soundSelecting stereo/SAP broadcasts Using the surround sound feature Adjusting 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 aboveUsing the StableSound feature To turn off the StableSound feature Highlight OFF in aboveSelecting the Audio OUT sound Viewing the demonstration mode Selecting the background of the menu displayDisplaying on-screen information Understanding the auto power off feature Understanding the last mode memory featureSpecifications AppendixTroubleshooting Limited United States Warranty Limited One 1 Year WarrantyIndex Audio OUT sound, selectingManufactured by

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