Toshiba 22AV500U Selecting the picture size, Switching between two channels using SurfLock

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Chapter 6: Using the TV’s features

Switching between two channels using SurfLock™

The SurfLock™ feature temporarily “memorizes” one channel

to the button, so you can return to that channel quickly

from any other channel by pressing . To memorize a

channel to the button:

1� Tune the TV to the channel you want to program into the

button.

� Press and hold for about 2 seconds until the message “Memorized” appears on-screen. The channel has been

programmed to the button.

� You can then change channels repeatedly, and when you

press , the memorized channel will be tuned.

The TV will return to the memorized channel one time only.

Once you press and then change channels again, the CH RTN memory will be cleared and the button will function as Channel Return, by switching back and forth between the last two channels that are tuned.This feature also works for external inputs.

Selecting the picture size

You can view many program formats in a variety of picture sizes—Natural, TheaterWide 1, TheaterWide 2, TheaterWide 3, Full, 4:3 HD, Native and Dot by Dot.(available in PC Mode

Only)

Note: The “picture size” illustrations are examples only. The format of the image (in any of the picture sizes) will vary depending on the format of the signal you are currently watching. Select the picture size that displays the current program the way that looks best to you.

You can save separate picture size preferences for each input on your TV.

To select the picture size using the remote control:

1� Press on the remote control.

� While the Picture Size screen is open, you can do one of the following to select the desired picture size:

Repeatedly press .

Press the corresponding Number button (0–6) while the Picture Size screen is open.

Press or while the Picture Size screen is open.

To select the picture size using the menus:

1� Select Picture Size in the Theater Settings menu.

� Press or to select the desired picture size setting. � Highlight Done and press .

Note: Some of the picture sizes may not be available depending on the receiving signal format (those will be “grayed out” in the Picture Size screen).

Using these functions to change the picture size (i.e., changing the height/ width ratio) for any purpose other than your private viewing may be prohibited under the Copyright Laws of the United States and other countries, and may subject you to civil and criminal liability.

Note: If you select one of the TheaterWide® picture sizes, the top and bottom edges of the picture (including subtitles or captions) may be hidden. To view the hidden edges, either scroll the picture (TheaterWide 2 and 3 only) or try viewing the program in Full or Natural picture size.

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Contents 22AV500U Tune Into Safety Safety PrecautionsIssue Dear CustomerAdditional Safety Precautions Important Safety InstructionsInstallation, Care, and Service InstallationCare Choosing a location for your LCD TV Trademark Information PartImportant notes about your LCD TV Contents Introduction Introduction TV front and side panel controls and connections TV back panel connections About the connection illustrations Connecting your TVOverview of cable types You will need Connecting a VCR and antenna or Cable TV no Cable boxTo view the antenna or Cable signal To view the VCRCoaxial cables Video cable Connecting a VCR with S-video and a cable boxTo view basic and premium Cable channels Standard audio cablesTo view antenna or Cable channels Select the Video in video input source on the TV Connecting a camcorderTo view the camcorder video To connect a DVI device, you will need To connect an Hdmi device, you will needTo view the Hdmi device video To control the audio Optical audio output format onTo connect a PC to the PC in terminal on the TV Connecting a personal computer PCSignal To connect a PC to the Hdmi terminal on the TVInstalling the remote control batteries Using the remote controlPreparing the remote control for use Remote control effective rangeLearning about the remote control DVD player or HTIB, set the Mode Select switch to To use your TV remote control to operate aVCR, set the Mode Select switch to AUX AUXRemote Control functional key chart AUX 1 VCRProgramming the remote control to control your other devices TV/VCR Combo Cable converter boxSatellite receiver DVD/VCR ComboHtib Icon Option Menu layout and navigationMain menu layout Navigating the menu system Setup/Installation menu layoutInput Configuration  Opens the Input Configuration menu Channel Program  Start  Scans for new channels onSelecting the menu language Setting up your TVTo configure the ANT/CABLE input source To select the menu languageTo program channels automatically Programming channels automaticallyManually adding and deleting channels in the channel memory To add or delete channels in the channel memoryLabeling channels To create and assign a custom label Setting the Hdmi audio modeTo set the Hdmi audio mode To delete the custom labelReset Factory Defaults Viewing the digital signal meterSetting the time zone Viewing the system statusTo select the video input source to view Selecting the video input source to viewLabeling the video input sources To label the video input sourcesFavorites Browser Tuning channelsTuning channels using Channel Browser Elements of the ChannelBrowser Adding and clearing channels and inputs in the History ListTuning to a specific channel programmed or unprogrammed Setting the Channel Tuning ModeTuning to the next programmed channel Switching between two channels using Channel ReturnTo select the picture size using the menus Switching between two channels using SurfLockTo select the picture size using the remote control Selecting the picture sizeTheaterWide For letter box programs NaturalTheaterWide For 43 format programs TheaterWide For letter box programs with subtitlesSelecting the cinema mode Adjusting the picture quality Adjusting the pictureSelecting the picture mode To select the picture mode using the menu systemBase closed captions Using the closed caption modeDigital CC Settings CC SelectorMuting the sound Adjusting the audioUsing the digital audio selector Selecting stereo/SAP broadcastsTo adjust the audio quality Adjusting the audio qualityUsing the Dolby Digital Dynamic Range Control feature To select the optical audio output formatIf you cannot remember your PIN code Using the Locks menuEntering the PIN code Changing your PIN codeTo download the additional rating system if available Unlocking programs temporarily Using the input lock featureBlocking channels Using the GameTimer Using the control panel lock featureSetting the sleep timer Using the PC settings featureSetting the PC Audio To display TV status information using Recall Understanding the auto power off featureUnderstanding the last mode memory feature To display TV status information using InfoUsing the static gamma feature Using the TV’s advanced featuresUsing dynamic contrast Selecting the color temperatureUsing Mpeg noise reduction Using the Game Mode featureTroubleshooting General troubleshootingRating blocking V-Chip problems Channel tuning problemsClosed caption problems Hdmi problemsAppendix Acceptable signal formats for PC in and Hdmi terminals Format Resolution Frequency Pixel Clock FrequencyLimited United States Warranty For LCD Televisions 23 and smaller Depot Repair WarrantyLimited Canadian Warranty For Toshiba Brand Flat Panel TelevisionsDisclaimer and Limitation of Remedy Appendix Page Toshiba America Consumer PRODUCTS, L.L.C
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22AV500U specifications

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