Toshiba 32HF73, 36HF73 owner manual Care, Service

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24)Always operate this equipment from a 120 VAC, 60 Hz power source only.

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) [This item applies to projection TVs only.] If the air

temperature rises suddenly (for example, when the TV is

first delivered), condensation may form on the lenses. This

can make the picture appear distorted or the color appear

faded. If this happens, turn off the TV for 6 to 7 hours to

allow the condensation to evaporate.

31) 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)

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 TV Picture Tube: If a fixed

(non-moving) pattern remains on the TV 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.

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For better performance and safer operation of your TOSHIBA

engrained in the picture tube 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

TV, follow these recommendations and precautions:

27) Always sit approximately 10–25 feet away from the TV and

as directly in front of it as possible. The picture can appear

dull if you sit too far to the left or right of the TV, or if

sunlight or room lights reflect on the screen. Turn the TV

off to check for reflections on the screen, and then remove

the source of reflections while viewing the TV.

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.

QUALIFIED

SERVICE

TECHNICIAN

28) Always unplug the TV before

 

cleaning. Never use liquid or

 

aerosol cleaners.

 

 

29)

WARNING: RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK!

 

Never spill liquids or push objects of any kind

into the TV cabinet slots.

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. Improper disposal may result in a picture tube implosion and possible personal injury.

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Contents Appendix IndexDear Customer TACP/THI/TCL are not liable forInstallation Always place the TV on the floorService CareImportant Safety Information Introduction Welcome to Toshiba Exploring your new TVConnecting a VCR Setting up your TV FeaturesConnecting a cable converter box Connecting a cable converter box and VCRConnecting your TV You will need ¥ four coaxial cables ¥ one set of A/V cablesConnecting a DVD player or satellite receiver and a VCR Doing so will distort the pictureFrom Antenna DVD Player with component videoIntroduction Connecting YourTV Usingthe RemoteControl Setting Your TVÕsUsingthe Features To monitor recording, set the TV to VideoConnecting two VCRs Connecting a camcorderYou will need ¥ two coaxial cables ¥ two sets of A/V cables You will need ¥ one set of A/V cablesConnecting a device to the DVI/HDCP input DVI/HDCP device For example, set-top box or DVD playerConnecting an audio system Connecting an A/V receiverAmplifier To A/V ReceiverPreparing the remote control for use Installing the remote control batteriesIf you have a Toshiba device Squeeze tab and lift coverRemote control codes Using the Remote ControlFor future reference, write down the codes you used Cable converter boxIntroduction TV/VCR ComboDVD/VCR Combo DVD playerPoint the remote control Directly at the device Begins playback of a tape or DVDConnecting YourTV Control Learning about the remote controlCH RTN returns to the memorized channel Learning about the menu system Setting up your TVTV front panel Changing the on-screen display language Selecting the antenna inputPress x or to highlight your desired language Continue pressing the TV/VIDEO button to select ANT 1 orAdding channels to the TVÕs memory Programming channels automaticallyAdding and erasing channels manually Press z to select CH ProgramUsing the Quick Connect Guide Connecting yourTVUsingthe RemoteControl Settingup YourTV TVÕsChanging channels using SpeedSurf Adjusting the tilt correction featureChanging channels Adjusting the channel settings Switching between two channels using Channel ReturnSwitching between two channels using SurfLockª Programming your favorite channelsUsing the TVÕs Features FAV yzLabeling channels Channel NumberViewing the wide-screen picture formats Selecting the image shapeSqueezed signal Compression mode Wide 169 signal Zoom modeExact image is reproduced and the picture quality is better Picture is expanded by 1.33 timesUsing the auto aspect feature Selecting the cinema modeUsing the POP double-window feature Buttons 0-9Main window POP window POP CH zyAdjusting the size of the double-window Switching the main and POP picturesFreezing the POP picture Using the programmed channel search function Settingup yourTVTheTVÕs Features UsingAbout the auto favorite feature Using the favorite channel search functionPress Favorite Using 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 broadcastersPress x or to return to the Locks menu Mpaa Rating Independent rating system for moviesTo select each item Press z or y Unlocking programs temporarily Locking channelsAfter 4 seconds Locking video inputs Press y or z to highlight Clear ALL, and then press x orUsing the game timer Using the front panel lock featureTo cancel the timer Select OFF in above Changing the PIN codeSelecting the picture mode Adjusting the pictureAdjusting the picture quality Using the flesh tone feature Using the CableClearª DNR featureThis feature is not available for the DVI mode fixed to OFF Saving new preferenceResetting picture adjustments Selecting the color temperatureSelecting the display format 540p/1080i Selecting the video input source Labeling the video input sourcesUsing the closed caption feature ¥ To view text, highlight T1, T2, T3, or T4Setting the ON-timer Setting the sleep timerSetting the clock UsingtheTVÕs FeaturesSelecting the background of the menu display To display the time on-screen Press RecallMuting the sound Adjusting the soundSelecting stereo/SAP broadcasts Using the WOWª surround sound feature Introduction Connecting YourTVAdjusting the sound quality Uses stereo signals from a TV broadcast or video inputUsing the sub-bass system SBS Resetting your audio adjustmentsTo turn off the SBS Highlight OFF in above Selecting the Audio OUT sound Turning off the built-in speakersTo turn on the built-in speakers Highlight on in above To turn off the StableSound feature Highlight OFF in above Using the StableSound¨ featureDisplaying on-screen information Understanding the auto power off feature Viewing the demo modeUnderstanding the last mode memory feature Specifications AppendixTroubleshooting Limited United States Warranty Limited Canada Warranty Picture adjustments Remote controlChannel programming Picture-out-picture POPManufactured by
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