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control.
8 AFTER connecting all cables and devices, plug in the power cords for your TV and other devices. Then press POWER on the TV control panel or remote control to turn on the TV. If the TV stops
responding to the controls on the remote control or TV control panel and you cannot turn the TV off or on, please unplug the power cords few seconds then re-plug to try again.
9 See “Menu layout and navigation” for a quick overview of navigating the TV’s menu system
( page 22).
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Install the batteries in the remote control ( page 20).
Connect your other electronic device(s) to the TV ( pages 13–19).
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7 See “Learning about the remote control” ( page 21) for an overview of the buttons on the remote
• Read “Important notes about your LCD TV” ( page 7).
• Place the TV on the floor or a sturdy, level, stable surface that can support the weight of the unit. Secure the TV to a wall, pillar, or other immovable structure ( page 4).
• Place the TV in a location where light does not reflect on the screen.
• Place the TV far enough from walls and other objects to allow proper ventilation. Inadequate ventilation may cause overheating, which will damage the TV. THIS TYPE OF DAMAGE IS NOT COVERED UNDER THE TOSHIBA WARRANTY.
3 Do not plug in any power cords until AFTER you have connected all cables and devices to your TV.
4 BEFORE connecting cables or devices to the TV, learn the functions of the TV’s connections and
controls ( pages 11–12).
Observe the following when choosing a location for the TV:
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Carefully read the important safety, installation,
care, and service information. Keep this manual for future reference.
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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.
Chapter 1: Introduction
10Program channels into the TV’s channel memory ( page 24).
11For details on using the TV’s features, see Chapters 6 and 7.
12For help, refer to the Troubleshooting Guide, Chapter 8.
13For technical specifications and warranty information, see Chapter 9.
14Enjoy your new TV!
Contents
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Safety Precautions
Dear Customer
Installation, Care, and Service
Important Safety Instructions
Additional Safety Precautions
Installation
Care
Cabinet, or any other place with poor ventilation
Choosing a location for your LCD TV
Service
To Display your LCD TV using a Wall Bracket
To Display your LCD TV on the included Pedestal Stand
Removing the Pedestal Stand
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Important notes about your
Trademark Information
Contents
Introduction
Features of your new TV
1080p output resolution
QSound audio technologies
Introduction
Left side panel
Power LEDGreen = Power indicator
TV front and side panel controls and connections
TV top Control panel 1無 Green LED
Power Cord
TV back panel connections
Overview of cable types
Connecting your TV
About the connection illustrations
Connecting a VCR and antenna, Cable TV or Camcorder
To view the VCR or view and record antenna channels
To view antenna or Cable channels
To view the DVD player
To record a TV program while watching a DVD
To connect a DVI device, you will need
To connect an Hdmi device, you will need
To view the Hdmi device video
One 3.5mm stereo to RCAY-cable
Before controlling the devices
REGZA-LINKconnection
Hdmi cables
To control the audio
Connecting a digital audio system
Connecting a personal computer PC
To connect a PC to the PC in terminal on the TV
Ground Reserved
Signal names for mini D-sub 15-pin connector
Ground Sync Reserved
Installing the remote control batteries
Using the remote control
Remote control effective range
13無 VOL + adjusts the volume level
Learning about the remote control
11無 C.CAPTION accesses the closed caption
Buttons used for operating the TV only are described here
Main menu layout
Menu layout and navigation
Icon Option
Navigating the menu system
Setup/Installation menu layout
Input Configuration Opens the Input Configuration menu
System Information Opens the System Information screen
Selecting the menu language
Setting up your TV
Initial Setup
Programming channels into the TV’s channel memory
To program channels automatically
Setting channel skip
Programming channels automatically
Scan, and press again to begin channel programming
Labeling channels
Mode Description
Setting the Hdmi audio mode
To set the Hdmi audio mode
To delete the custom label
Reset Factory Defaults
Viewing the digital signal meter
Setting the time zone
Viewing the system status
Labeling the video input sources
Using the TV’s features
Selecting the video input source to view
To select the video input source to view
Tuning channels using Channel Browser
Tuning channels
Favorites Browser
Elements of the Channel Browser
To tune to a channel or input in Browse mode
Press or on the remote control
To open the Channel Browser
Setting the Channel Tuning Mode
Adding and clearing channels and inputs in the History List
Switching between two channels using Channel Return
Tuning to the next programmed channel
Switching between two channels using SurfLock
Selecting the picture size
TheaterWide For letter box programs
Natural
TheaterWide For 43 format programs
TheaterWide For letter box programs with subtitles
Native
Using the auto aspect ratio feature
To set the scroll settings
Dot by Dot For VGA, SVGA, XGA, WXGA, and Sxga sources only
Adjusting the picture
Using the Freeze feature
Selecting the picture mode
To adjust the picture quality
Using the closed caption mode
Adjusting the picture quality
Base closed captions
Using the digital audio selector
Adjusting the audio
Digital CC Settings
CC Selector
Selecting stereo/SAP broadcasts
Adjusting the audio quality
Selecting the optical audio output format
Entering the PIN code
Using the Locks menu
Using the Dolby Digital Dynamic Range Control feature
Changing your PIN code
To block and unblock TV programs and movies
4無 Press to highlight Enable Rating Blocking
Blocking TV programs and movies by rating V-Chip
To download the additional rating system if available
Locking channels
To lock channels
Using the control panel lock feature
Using the input lock feature
Using the GameTimer
Unlocking programs temporarily
To adjust the PC settings
Using the PC settings feature
Setting the PC Audio
To unlock the control panel
To select the Auto Start function
Using the Media Player
Using the Media Player with USB
To open the Media Player
Slideshow
Viewing photo files
Single View
Playing music files
To close the Music Player
To set the repeat mode
During playback
To sort the folders and files
To set the sleep timer using the on-screen menus
Setting the sleep timer
To set the sleep timer using the remote control
To cancel the sleep timer
REGZA-LINKplayback device DVD player, etc. control
Using REGZA-LINK
Available remote control key functions
REGZA-LINKinput source selection
To set the REGZA-LINKSetup
Volume and Mute controls of Audio Receiver
Other REGZA-LINKfunctions
Understanding the last mode memory feature
Understanding the auto power off feature
Displaying TV status information
Using Dynamic Contrast
Using the TV’s advanced features
Using the advanced picture settings features
Using the static gamma feature
Using the Film Stabilization feature
Selecting the cinema mode
Using the ClearFrame feature
Using CableClear digital noise reduction
Using the Game Mode feature
Using the advanced audio settings features
Using Mpeg noise reduction
Using the QSound sound feature
Troubleshooting
General troubleshooting
Channel tuning problems
Sound problems
Remote control problems
Closed caption problems
Specifications
Appendix
Hdmi signal formats
Acceptable signal formats for PC in and Hdmi terminals
PC in signal formats
Format Resolution Frequency Pixel Clock Frequency
How to Obtain Warranty Service
Limited United States Warranty for LCD Televisions
Rental Units
Limited One 1 Year Warranty on Parts and Labour
Critical Applications
Arbitration and Dispute Resolution
Disclaimer and Limitation of Remedy
General Provisions
How to Obtain Warranty Services
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