Chapter 1: Introduction
Welcome to Toshiba
Thank you for purchasing this Toshiba TV, one of the most innovative LCD TVs on the market.
This manual applies to models 26HL57, 32HL57, 37HL57, and 42HL57. The model and serial numbers are on the back of your TV. Write these numbers in the space provided on the front cover of this manual for your records.
Instructions in this manual are based on using the remote control. You can also use the controls on the TV if they have the same name as those on the remote control.
Please read all the safety and operating instructions carefully, and keep the manual for future reference.
Features of your new TV
The following are just a few of the many exciting features of your new Toshiba widescreen LCD TV:
•Two sets of ColorStream® HD
•Two HDMI™ digital,
•SRS WOW™ audio technologies (- page 39).
•CableClear® DNR digital picture noise reduction (- page 36).
•PC IN (Analog RGB) computer input (- pages 9 and 16).
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.
1 Carefully read the important safety, installation, care, and service information (- pages
2 Observe the following when choosing a location for the TV:
•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 3).
•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
5 Connect your other electronic device(s) to the TV (- pages
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7 See “Learning about the remote control” (- page 18) for an overview of the buttons on the remote control.
8 Programming the remote control to operate your other device(s) (- pages
9 AFTER connecting all cables and devices, plug in the power cords for your TV and other devices.
Press POWER on the TV control panel or remote control to turn on the TV.
10 See “Menu layout and navigation” for a quick overview of the TV’s menu system (- page 24).
11 Program channels into the TV’s channel memory (- page 26).
12 For details on using the TV’s features, see Chapter 6.
13 For help, refer to the Troubleshooting section (- Chapter 7).
14 For technical specifications and warranty information, see Chapter 8.
15 Enjoy your new TV!
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