Owner’s Manual Integrated High Definition LCD Television HIGH-DEFINITION TELEVISION 55HT1U For an overview of steps for setting up your new TV, see page 10. Note: To display a High Definition picture, the TV must be receiving a High Definition signal (such as an over-the-air High Definition TV broadcast, a High Definition digital cable program, or a High Definition digital satellite program). For details, please contact your TV antenna installer, cable provider, or satellite provider.
Dear Customer, Thank you for purchasing this Toshiba LCD TV. This manual will help you use the many exciting features of your new LCD TV. Before operating your LCD TV, please read this manual completely, and keep it nearby for future reference. Safety Precautions WARNING: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE OR ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS APPLIANCE TO RAIN OR MOISTURE. WARNING RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK DO NOT OPEN. WARNING: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT REMOVE COVER (OR BACK).
broken glass or liquid from the damaged television. The LCD panel inside the TV contains glass and a toxic liquid. If the liquid comes in contact with your mouth or eyes, or your skin is cut by broken glass, rinse the affected area thoroughly with water and consult your doctor. • ALWAYS contact a service technician to inspect the TV any time it has been damaged or dropped. Important Safety Instructions 1) 2) 3) 4) Read these instructions. Keep these instructions. Heed all warnings.
24) To avoid damage to this product, never place or store the TV in direct sunlight; hot, humid areas; or areas subject to excessive dust or vibration. 25) Always place the TV on the floor or a sturdy, level, stable surface that can support the weight of the unit. To secure the TV, use a sturdy strap from the hook(s) on the rear of the TV to a wall stud, pillar, or other immovable structure. Make sure the strap is tight, secure, and parallel to the floor.
40) 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. 41) DANGER: RISK OF SERIOUS PERSONAL INJURY OR DEATH! Never strike the screen with a sharp or heavy object. 42) • The LCD screen of this product can be damaged by ultraviolet radiation from the sun.
Removing the Pedestal Stand 1) Carefully lay the front of the unit face down on a flat, cushioned surface such as a quilt or blanket. Leave the stand protruding over the edge of the surface. Note: Extreme care should always be used when removing the pedestal stand to avoid damage to the LCD panel. 2) Remove the four screws shown in the below diagram. This will allow removal of the pedestal stand.
FCC Declaration of Conformity Compliance Statement (Part 15): Important notes about your LCD TV The Toshiba 55HT1U Television complies with Part 15 of the FCC rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) this device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation. The party responsible for compliance to these rules is: Toshiba America Consumer Products, L.L.C. 82 Totowa Rd.
Contents Important Safety Instructions................................ 3 Installation, Care, and Service.............................. 3 Chapter 1: Introduction....................................... 9 Features of your new TV................................................................. 9 Overview of steps for installing, setting up, and using your new TV........................................................................................... 10 TV front and side panel controls and connections........
Chapter 1: Introduction Features of your new TV The following are just a few of the many exciting features of your new Toshiba widescreen, integrated HD, LCD TV: • Integrated digital tuning (8VSB ATSC and QAM) eliminates the need for a separate digital converter set-top box (in most cases). • 1080p output resolution. • Three HDMI® digital, high-definition multimedia interfaces 1080p input support ( page 16). • One set of ColorStream® HD high-resolution component video inputs ( page 15).
Chapter 1: Introduction Overview of steps for installing, setting up, and using your new TV 10 Program channels into the TV’s channel memory ( page 24). 11 For details on using the TV’s features, see Chapters 6 and 7. Follow these steps to set up your TV and begin using its many exciting features. 12 For help, refer to the Troubleshooting Guide, 1 13 For technical specifications and warranty 2 Carefully read the important safety, installation, care, and service information.
Chapter 1: Introduction TV front and side panel controls and connections Model 55HT1U is used in this manual for illustration purposes. Left side panel TV front 3 TV top 7 4 8 5 9 6 10 2 1 11 Control panel 1無 Green LED Power LED(Green) = Power indicator 8無 VOLUME tu — These buttons adjust the volume level. 2無 Remote sensor — Point the remote control toward this remote sensor ( “Remote control effective range” on page 20).
Chapter 1: Introduction TV back panel connections For an explanation of cable types and connections, see pages 13–19. 1 TV back 2 3 Power Cord 4 7 1無 PC IN — For use when connecting a personal computer. 2無 HDMI IN — High-Definition Multimedia Interface input receives digital audio and uncompressed digital video from an HDMI device or uncompressed digital video from a DVI device. HDMI connection is necessary to receive 1080p signals.
Chapter 2: Connecting your TV Overview of cable types Optical audio cable Cables can be purchased from most stores that sell audio/ video devices. Before purchasing any cables, be sure of connector types required by your devices and the length of each cable. Optical audio cable is for connecting receivers with Dolby Digital or PCM (pulse-code modulation) optical audio input to the TV’s DIGITAL AUDIO OUT terminal ( page 18).
Chapter 2: Connecting your TV Connecting a VCR and antenna, Cable TV or Camcorder From Cable TV or antenna Camcorder AUDIO OUT From Cable TV Cable box VIDEO L R IN CH 3 CH 4 TV back panel OUT Stereo VCR VIDEO L AUDIO R IN OUT L You will need: • coaxial cables • standard A/V cables −− If you have a mono VCR, connect L/MONO on the TV to your VCR’s audio out terminal using the white audio cable only.
Chapter 2: Connecting your TV Connecting a DVD player with ColorStream® (component video), a VCR, and a satellite receiver From antenna TV back panel Stereo VCR VIDEO L AUDIO R IN OUT L CH 3 CH 4 IN from ANT OUT to TV R From satellite dish Y Satellite IN PB PR COMPONENT VIDEO S-VIDEO VIDEO OUT OUT AUDIO OUT L R Satellite receiver with component video or DVD player with component video You will need: • coaxial cables • standard A/V cables −− If you have a mono VCR, connect L/MONO on the
Chapter 2: Connecting your TV Connecting an HDMI® or DVI device to the HDMI input The HDMI input on your TV receives digital audio and uncompressed digital video from an HDMI source device, or uncompressed digital video from a DVI (Digital Visual Interface) source device. This input is designed to accept HDCP (HighBandwidth Digital-Content Protection) program material in digital form from EIA/CEA-861-D– compliant[1] consumer electronic devices (such as a set-top box or DVD player with HDMI or DVI output).
Chapter 2: Connecting your TV REGZA-LINK® connection You can control the basic functions of connected audio/video devices using the TV’s remote control if you connect a REGZA-LINK compatible audio receiver or playback device. For an explanation of setup and operations, see page 49. TV back panel Playback device Audio receiver (REGZA-LINK DVD player,etc.) Playback device (REGZA-LINK DVD player,etc.
Chapter 2: Connecting your TV Connecting a digital audio system The TV’s DIGITAL AUDIO OUT terminal outputs a *Dolby® Digital or 2-channel down-mixed PCM (pulse-code modulation) signal for use with an external Dolby® Digital decoder or other external audio system with optical audio input. You will need: • Optical audio cable (Use an optical audio cable that has the larger “TosLink” connector and not the smaller “mini-optical” connector.
Chapter 2: Connecting your TV Note: •• The PC audio input terminals on the TV are shared with the HDMI-1 analog audio input terminals ( page 44). •• Some PC models cannot be connected to this TV. •• An adapter is not needed for computers with a compatible mini D-sub15-pin terminal. •• Depending on the DVD’s title and the specifications of the PC on which you are playing the DVD-Video, some scenes may be skipped or you may not be able to pause during multi-angle scenes.
Chapter 3: Using the remote control Installing the remote control batteries 1無 Remove the battery cover from the back of the remote control. Squeeze tab and lift cover. Remote control effective range For optimum performance, aim the remote control directly at the TV and make sure there is no obstruction between the remote control and the TV. Point remote control toward remote sensor on front of TV.
Chapter 3: Using the remote control Learning about the remote control 6無 FREEZE freezes the picture. Press again to restore the moving picture ( page 36). The buttons used for operating the TV only are described here. 7無 Channel Numbers (0–9, –/100) directly tune channels. The button is used to tune digital channels ( page 33) or to edit the Favorites List ( page 30). 8無 FAV BROWSER accesses the Favorites List in the Channel Browser™ ( page 30). 9無 RECALL displays TV status information ( page 51).
Chapter 4: Menu layout and navigation Main menu layout The tables below and on the next page provide a quick overview of your TV’s menu system. To open the main menus (illustrated below), press on the remote control or TV control panel.
Chapter 4: Menu layout and navigation Setup/Installation menu layout The Installation menu contains the Terrestrial and System Status menus. To open the Installation menu (illustrated below), press Setup menu, select Installation, and press .
Chapter 5: Setting up your TV Initial Setup When you first turn on or reset the TV, the Initial Setup window will appear. 1無 In the Menu Language field, press t or u to select your preferred language. 2無 Press t or u to select Time Zone and set your desired time zone with t or u and press . Configuring the antenna input source for the ANT/CABLE terminal To configure the ANT/CABLE input source: 1無 Press and open the Setup menu. 2無 Highlight Installation and press .
Chapter 5: Setting up your TV Programming channels automatically Your TV can automatically detect all active channels in your area and store them in its memory. After the channels are programmed automatically, you can manually add or erase individual channels in the channel memory. Note: •• You must configure the ANT/CABLE input source before programming channels ( page 24). •• The automatic channel programming process will erase channels that were previously programmed into the TV’s memory.
Chapter 5: Setting up your TV To add a channel to the channel memory: To remove channel labels: Highlight the checked box next to the channel number you want to add, and then press to remove the tick. 1無 Open the Channel Labeling window. 2無 Press or to select the channel for which you want to remove the label. To manually add digital subchannels on a physical channel: 3無 Press pqtu to highlight No Label and press 4無 Repeat steps 2 and 3 for other channels.
Chapter 5: Setting up your TV To delete the custom label: 1無 Open the Channel Labeling window. 2無 Highlight the label to be deleted and press . 3無 Highlight Yes from the deletion confirmation window and press . Setting the HDMI® audio mode To set the HDMI audio mode: 1無 Press and open the Sound menu. 2無 Highlight Audio Setup and press . 3無 Press p or q to select HDMI 1 Audio and then press t or u to select the HDMI 1 audio mode (Auto, Digital, or Analog). (Auto is the recommended mode.
Chapter 5: Setting up your TV Viewing the digital signal meter Viewing the system status You can view the digital signal meter in the ANT/ CABLE digital TV input source only. To view the system status: To view the digital signal meter: 1無 Press and open the Setup menu. 2無 Highlight Installation and press . 3無 A new set of Installation menu icons will appear. 1無 Press and open the Setup menu. 2無 Highlight Installation and press . 3無 A new set of Installation menu icons will appear.
Chapter 6: Using the TV’s features Selecting the video input source to view To select the video input source to view: 1無 Press on the remote control or TV control panel. 2無 And then either: a) Press 0–8; or b) Repeatedly press on the remote control and then press to change the input; or c) Repeatedly press on the remote control or TV control panel to change the input. The current signal source displays in the top right corner of the Input Selection screen.
Chapter 6: Using the TV’s features Input labeling example: To delete a favorite channel/input: 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 Cable TV to VIDEO ,VCR to ColorStream HD, a video recorder to ColorStream HD, a DTV set-top box to HDMI 1, and a satellite/DSS set-top box to HDMI 2, and a DVD player to HDMI 3.
Chapter 6: Using the TV’s features To open the Channel Browser™: • Press or Elements of the Channel Browser™ on the remote control. to surf backward through the previously tuned 32 channels in the History list, the channels in the ANT/ CABLE channel list, the inputs in the Inputs list, the REGZA-LINK devices in the REGZA-LINK list, or the favorite channels/inputs in the Favorites list.
Chapter 6: Using the TV’s features To tune to a channel or input in Select mode: Setting the Channel Tuning Mode 1無 While watching TV, press This feature allows you to choose how tuning will be handled for analog and digital channels when the TV is in Antenna mode. or to open the Channel Browser™ and surf back to a previous item or forward to the next item in the list.
Chapter 6: Using the TV’s features Tuning to the next programmed channel Switching between two channels using SurfLock™ To tune to the next programmed channel: 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: Press panel. or on the remote control or TV control Note: This feature will not work unless you program channels into the TV’s channel memory ( page 24).
Chapter 6: Using the TV’s features To select the picture size using the menus: 1無 Select Picture Size in the Theater Settings menu. 2無 Press or to select the desired picture size setting. 3無 Highlight Done and press Picture Size TheaterWide 2 (for letter box programs) . 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.
Chapter 6: Using the TV’s features Picture Size Native (for 480i (HDMI), 480p (HDMI), 720p, 1080i, and 1080p signal programs) • If receiving a 480i (HDMI), 480p (HDMI), 720p, 1080i, or 1080p signal program, Native mode scales the video to display the entire picture within the borders of the screen (i.e. no overscanning). • This is especially useful for external HD sources such as DVHS movies, or PC graphics.
Chapter 6: Using the TV’s features To turn on the auto aspect ratio feature: 1無 Press and open the Picture menu. 2無 Highlight Theater Settings and press . 3無 In the Auto Aspect Ratio field, select On. 4無 To save the new settings, highlight Done and press . To revert to the factory defaults, highlight Reset and press . To turn off the auto aspect ratio feature: Select Off in step 3 above.
Chapter 6: Using the TV’s features Adjusting the picture quality Using the closed caption mode You can adjust the picture quality (Contrast, Backlight, DynaLight™, Brightness, Color, Tint, and Sharpness) to your personal preferences.
Chapter 6: Using the TV’s features Digital CC Settings You can customize the closed caption display characteristics by changing the background color, opacity, text size, type, edge, and color. Note: ••This feature is available for digital channels only. ••You cannot set the Caption Text and Background as the same color. To customize the closed captions: 1無 Press and open the Preferences menu. 2無 Highlight Digital CC Settings and press .
Chapter 6: Using the TV’s features 3無 Press or to select Audio, and then press or to select the desired service. 4無 Press . will see the current program on the screen but hear the other language instead of the program’s normal audio. ••If you have SAP on and the station you are watching is not broadcasting a second audio program, the station’s normal audio will be output. However, occasionally there is no sound at all in SAP mode. If this happens, set the MTS feature to Stereo mode.
Chapter 6: Using the TV’s features Using the Dolby® Digital Dynamic Range Control feature This dynamic range control feature causes the ATSC dynamic range to be further compressed, allowing you to switch from ATSC to analog broadcasts at the same dynamic range. • The Lock System screen (below) appears if a PIN code has not been stored. Press the Channel Number buttons to enter a new four-digit code, enter the code a second time to confirm, and press .
Chapter 6: Using the TV’s features Blocking TV programs and movies by rating (V-Chip) Some TV programs and movies include signals that classify the content of the program (violence, sex, dialog, language). The V-Chip feature in this TV detects the signals and blocks the programs according to the ratings you select. (For rating descriptions, see the tables on the next page.) To block and unblock TV programs and movies: 1無 Press and highlight the Locks menu icon.
Chapter 6: Using the TV’s features Independent rating system for broadcasters PG Parental Guidance Suggested (Some material may not be suitable for children) G General Audience (Appropriate for all ages) Ratings Description and Content themes TV-MA Mature Audience Only (This program is specifically designed to be viewed by adults and therefore may be unsuitable for children under 17.
Chapter 6: Using the TV’s features Unlocking programs temporarily Using the GameTimer® If you try to tune the TV to a program that exceeds the rating limits you set, the TV will enter program lock mode and the following message will appear onscreen: You can use the GameTimer to set a time limit for playing a video game (30–120 minutes). When the GameTimer expires, the TV enters Input Lock mode and locks out the input source for the video game device. This program exceeds the rating limit you set.
Chapter 6: Using the TV’s features 5無 Press to select On. When the control panel is locked and any button on the control panel (except POWER) is pressed, the message “NOT AVAILABLE” appears. Note: The screen is disrupted momentarily when adjusting the PC settings. This is not a sign of malfunction. Mode Description Horizontal Position Moves the picture left/right. The adjustment range is within ±50 from center.
Chapter 6: Using the TV’s features is set to “No,” the HDMI 1 Audio setting changes to “Auto.” If PC Audio is set to “Yes,” the HDMI 1 Audio setting is set to “Digital” and is grayed out in the menu. (Also see item 3 on page 12 and “Setting the HDMI® Audio mode” on page 27.) To select the Auto Start function Using the Media Player 1無 Press and or to select the Setup menu. 2無 Press to select Media Player, and then press . 3無 Select USB, and then press . 4無 Press or to select Auto Start.
Chapter 6: Using the TV’s features Viewing photo files 1無 To start slideshow, press There are three types of view modes. 2無 Press / to view the previous/next photo. Multi View: This view allows you to search for photos in a grid format. These pictures are displayed using thumbnail data in each image file. in the Single View mode. To set Interval Time and Repeat settings: 1無 Press to open the Quick Menu. 2無 Press or to select either Interval Time or Repeat.
Chapter 6: Using the TV’s features During playback • Press to pause. • To resume normal playback, press • To locate a specific file, press • To adjust volume , press or Description Description Photo Photo list (Multi view) See page 46. Sorting (Only USB storage device) . repeatedly. / Note: During playback, you can adjust the SOUND menu functions from the QUICK menu. To set the repeat mode: 1無 Press to open the Quick Menu. 2無 Press or to select Off, All or 1. .
Chapter 6: Using the TV’s features Contents Description Description Music Music list (Multi view) See page 46. Sorting (Only USB storage device) To sort the folders and files 1無 Press to open the Quick Menu. 2無 Press or to select Sort. 3無 Press or to select Title, New or Old to set the sorting rule.
Chapter 6: Using the TV’s features Using REGZA-LINK® REGZA-LINK® Player Control menu functions: This is a new feature that uses CEC technology and allows you to control Toshiba REGZA-LINK compatible devices from the TV remote via HDMI connection ( page 17). When the Enable REGZA-LINK in the REGZALINK setup menu ( page 50) is set to On, the following REGZA-LINK functions will be enabled. 1無 Press and open the Preferences menu. 2無 Highlight REGZA-LINK Player Control and press .
Chapter 6: Using the TV’s features VOLUME and MUTE controls of Audio Receiver With your TV’s remote control, you can adjust or mute the sound volume of the Audio Receiver. First, set the MODE SELECT switch on the remote control to TV. • adjust the volume level. • turns off the sound. Note: ••To use this function: −− Set Speaker Preference to Audio Receiver in the REGZA-LINK Setup menu.
Chapter 6: Using the TV’s features Displaying TV status information To display TV status information using RECALL: Press on the remote control. The following information will display (if applicable): • Current input (ANT/CABLE, VIDEO, etc.) • If ANT/CABLE is the current input, either “CABLE” (for cable TV) or “ANT” (for over-the-air broadcasts).
Chapter 7: Using the TV’s advanced features Selecting the color temperature Using the advanced picture settings features You can change the quality of the picture by selecting from three preset color temperatures (Cool, Medium, and Warm), as described below. Using Dynamic Contrast Dynamic Contrast detects changes in picture quality that affect the appearance of your contrast settings and then automatically adjusts the video.
Chapter 7: Using the TV’s advanced features Selecting the cinema mode Using the Film Stabilization feature When you view a DVD (3:2 pulldown processed) from a DVD player connected to the VIDEO, ColorStream HD (component video), or HDMI inputs on the TV, smoother motion can be obtained by setting the Cinema Mode to Film. This feature helps to eliminate video shaking.
Chapter 7: Using the TV’s advanced features Using MPEG noise reduction The MPEG noise reduction feature allows you to reduce visible interference caused by MPEG compression. Choices for MPEG noise reduction are Off, Low, Middle, and High. Off is automatically selected when this feature is disabled (“grayed out”). To select the MPEG noise reduction level: 1無 Press and open the Picture menu. 2無 Highlight Noise Reduction and press .
Chapter 8: Troubleshooting General troubleshooting Before calling a service technician, please check this chapter for a possible cause of the problem and some solutions you can try. Black box on-screen •• The closed caption feature is set to one of the Text modes (T1, T2, T3, or T4). Set the closed caption feature to Off ( page 37).
Chapter 8: Troubleshooting Sound problems •• Check the antenna/cable connections ( Chapter •• •• •• •• •• 2). The station may have broadcast difficulties. Try another channel. The sound may be muted. Press VOLUME. If you hear no sound, try setting the MTS feature to Stereo mode ( page 39). If you are not receiving a second audio program from a known SAP source, make sure the MTS feature is set to SAP mode ( page 39).
Chapter 9: Appendix Specifications Note: •• This model complies with the specifications listed below. •• Designs and specifications are subject to change without notice. •• This model may not be compatible with features and/or specifications that may be added in the future.
Chapter 9: Appendix Acceptable signal formats for PC IN and HDMI terminals PC IN signal formats Note: Depending on the connected PC, the following status may occur; incorrect display, false format detection, picture position failure, blur, or judder. But this is not a malfunction of your TV. Format Resolution V. Frequency H. Frequency Pixel Clock Frequency VGA 640 × 480 59.940Hz 31.469kHz 25.175MHz SVGA 800 × 600 60.317Hz 37.879kHz 40.000MHz XGA 1024 × 768 60.004Hz 48.363kHz 65.
Chapter 9: Appendix Limited United States Warranty for LCD Televisions Toshiba America Consumer Products, L.L.C. (“TACP”) makes the following limited warranties to original consumers in the United States. THESE LIMITED WARRANTIES EXTEND TO THE ORIGINAL CONSUMER PURCHASER OR ANY PERSON RECEIVING THIS LCD TELEVISION AS A GIFT FROM THE ORIGINAL CONSUMER PURCHASER AND TO NO OTHER PURCHASER OR TRANSFEREE. LCD TELEVISIONS PURCHASED IN THE U.S.A. AND USED ANYWHERE OUTSIDE OF THE U.S.A.
Chapter 9: Appendix TO THE REPAIR OR REPLACEMENT OF ANY PARTS. IN NO EVENT SHALL TACP BE LIABLE FOR CONSEQUENTIAL OR INCIDENTAL DAMAGES (INCLUDING, BUT NOT LIMITED TO, LOST PROFITS, BUSINESS INTERRUPTION, OR MODIFICATION OR ERASURE OF RECORDED DATA CAUSED BY USE, MISUSE OR INABILITY TO USE THIS LCD TELEVISION). No person, agent, distributor, dealer or company is authorized to change, modify or extend the terms of these warranties in any manner whatsoever.
Chapter 9: Appendix h. i. j. Service of a Television on which the TOSHIBA label or logo, rating label or serial number have been defaced or removed; Damage to the Television caused by failure to follow the specifications, User manuals or guides as to usage and/or storage. Firmware updates that are posted to the Toshiba Support website and can be performed by the end user via a USB stick or SD card type media.
Chapter 9: Appendix shall be and remain valid and enforceable. If and to the extent that any provision of this limited warranty as it relates to any of the Related Parties is found to be invalid or unenforceable in respect of that party (the “Excluded Party”), the Excluded Party shall be deemed to be severed or excluded from the provision, and the provision shall remain valid, enforceable and applicable in respect of the other or remaining Related Parties.
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