Toshiba 20VL43U, 14VL43U owner manual Care, Service

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24)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).

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

surges, always unplug the power cord and disconnect the

antenna from the TV if you leave the TV unattended or

unused for long periods of time.

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)

30) 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.

31)

The screen on this TV is

 

manufactured from glass.

To prevent damage, never strike the glass with a sharp or

25)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.

heavy object.

32)The liquid crystal display on this TV is manufactured using an extremely high level of precision technology; however, an occasional pixel (dot of light) may display constantly on the screen.

This is a structural property of LCD technology and is not a sign of malfunction.

Such pixels are not visible when the picture is viewed from a normal viewing distance.

Note: Interactive video games that involve shooting a ÒgunÓ type of joystick at on-screen target may not work on this TV.

Care

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

26) Always unplug the TV before cleaning. Clean only with a dry cloth.

Never use liquid or aerosol cleaners.

27) When dust has collected on the power plug, remove the plug and clean of the dust.

Do not hold the power cord only to remove the plug.

Do not touch the power plug with a wet hand.

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

into the TV cabinet slots.

Service

33)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.

34) 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.

35)When the TV reaches the end of its useful life, ask a qualified service technician to properly dispose of the TV. Improper disposal may result in a picture tube implosion and possible personal injury.

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Contents 14VL43U 20VL43U Safety Precautions Dear CustomerImportant Safety Instructions InstallationService CareTable of contents Introduction Welcome to ToshibaExploring your new TV IntroductionConnecting your TV Connecting the power cord and AC adaptorConnecting YourTV Usingthe RemoteControl Setting Your UsingtheTVÕs Features Appendix IndexConnecting a VCR Connecting a cable converter boxConnecting a cable converter box and a VCR Connecting your TVConnecting a DVD player or satellite receiver and a VCR You will needDVD player with ColorStream component video Connecting a camcorder Connecting an audio amplifierConnecting YourTV Usingthe RemoteControl Settingup UsingtheTVÕs FeaturesLearning about the Remote Control Using the remote controlInstalling the remote control batteries Menu function Setting up your TVTurning the TV On and Off Changing the on-screen display language Programming channels into the TVÕs memoryProgramming channels automatically Up TVConnecting yourTV Usingthe RemoteSettingup yourTV Changing channelsUsing the TVÕs features Programming your favorite channelsSelecting a PIN code Using the V-CHIP featureIf you forget your PIN code Blocking programs by ratings Ratings definitionsPress y or z to select one of the six age- based categories Changing your PIN code Press y or z to highlight Change PINAdjusting the Picture Adjusting the picture qualityUsing the blue screen feature Selection PressingUsing the invert feature Using the auto power off featureSelecting the video input source Using the closed caption feature Introduction Connecting yourTVSetting the sleep timer Adjusting the SoundAdjusting the sound quality Muting the SoundSelecting stereo/SAP broadcasts MTS SAPUsing the WOW sound effect feature Displaying on-screen informationSpecifications AppendixTroubleshooting Problem SolutionLimited United States Warranty Limited Canada Warranty Index Channel programmingToshiba VISUAL-EQUIPMENT Corporation