Chapter 6: Using the TV’s features

� Press or to select the desired label for that input source. If a particular input is not used, you can select Hide as the label, which will cause that input to be “grayed out” in the Input Selection screen and skipped over when you press on the remote control.

� To save the new input labels, highlight Done and press .

To revert to the factory default labels, highlight Reset and press .

Input labeling example:

The screen below left shows the default Input Selection screen (with none of the inputs labeled as a specific device). The screen below right is an example of how you could label the inputs if you connected a VCR to VIDEO, a video recorder to ColorStream HD, a DTV set-top box to HDMI 1, and a satellite/DSS set-top box to HDMI 2.

Tuning channels

Tuning channels using the

Channel Browser™

The Channel Browser™ provides an easy navigation interface for all your channels and inputs. This feature allows you to:

Navigate the contents of all of your inputs.

Keep a list of your favorite channels (see “Favorites

Browser,” below).

Keep a history of the last 32 channels or inputs viewed.

Quickly surf and tune your recently viewed channels/inputs

from the Channel Browser™ History List (illustrated on

the next page).

Surf via Browse mode (to immediately tune channels as

you highlight them in the Channel Browser™) or Select

Input Selection

 

ANT/CABLE

0

ANT/CABLE

 

 

1

Video

 

 

2

ColorStream HD

 

3

HDMI 1

 

 

4

HDMI 2

 

 

5

PC

 

 

0

- 5 / INPUT

to Select

Navigation

Input Selection screen with no inputs labeled.

Input Selection

 

ANT/CABLE

0

ANT/CABLE

 

 

1

VCR

 

 

2

Video Recorder

 

3

DTV

 

 

4

Satellite/DSS

 

 

5

PC

 

 

0

- 5 / INPUT

to Select

Navigation

Input Selection screen with all inputs labeled.

mode (to surf over channels in the Channel Browser™

before you select one to tune).

Quickly change inputs from the Inputs List.

Favorites Browser

The Favorites Browser allows you to quickly set up a favorite channels/inputs list that is integrated into the Channel Browser™.

To add a favorite channel/input:

1� Tune to the channel or input.

To clear the input labels:

1�

Press

and open the Preferences menu.

�

Highlight Input Labeling and press .

�

Highlight Reset and press .

� Press and hold for 3 seconds.

Note: Additions are added to the beginning of the Favorites list on the left side of the Channel Browser™.

To delete a favorite channel/input:

1� Press to open the Favorites browser list. � Highlight the channel or input to delete by pressing

or .

� Press and hold for 3 seconds. The channel/input will be removed from the Favorites list.

To set up the Channel Browser™:

1� From the Preferences menu, highlight Channel Browser Setup and press .

� Press to highlight Navigation, and then press or to select either Browse Mode or Select Mode.

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Toshiba 22AV500U owner manual Tuning channels using Channel Browser, Favorites Browser

22AV500U specifications

The Toshiba 22AV500U is a compact, versatile television that combines functionality and advanced features, making it an excellent choice for small spaces like bedrooms, kitchens, or as a secondary TV option. With its 22-inch screen size, this model offers a perfect balance of display area without overwhelming surroundings, which is ideal for those who wish to maximize space without sacrificing quality.

One of the standout features of the Toshiba 22AV500U is its HD resolution of 1366 x 768 pixels. This high-definition display delivers clear, vibrant images, ensuring that viewers can enjoy their favorite movies, shows, and sports events with stunning clarity. The LED backlighting technology enhances the screen's brightness and contrast, providing a more dynamic viewing experience even in well-lit rooms. This means that users can enjoy sharper images and richer colors, making media consumption more engaging.

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