Introduction Connecting your TV Using the Remote Control OWNER’S MANUAL Projection Television Owner’s Record The model number and serial number are on the back of your TV. Record these numbers in the spaces below. Refer to these numbers whenever you communicate with your Toshiba dealer about this TV.
Important Information Precautions Installing your TV WARNING TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE OR ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS APPLIANCE TO RAIN OR MOISTURE. • Place the TV on the floor or on a sturdy platform. The mounting surface should be flat and steady. If you install the TV on a soft floor, make sure that the floor is not damaged by the weight of the TV. • This TV set may be used only with Toshiba stands listed on page 43. Use with other stands may result in instability causing possible injury.
Introduction ................................................................ 4 Using the V-CHIP menu ............................................... 27 Welcome to Toshiba ......................................................... 4 ENABLE BLOCKING .......................................... 27 Exploring your new TV ................................................... 4 TV RATING (Independent rating system for broadcasters) .......... 27 Connecting your TV ................................................
Introduction Introduction Connecting your TV Congratulations! You have purchased one of the finest projection TVs on the market. The goal of this manual is to guide you through setting up and operating your Toshiba TV as quickly as possible. Before you start reading, check your model number by looking at the rear of the TV. 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.
Introduction Connecting your TV ANTENNA Coaxial Cable Connecting your TV AUDIO Cables VIDEO Cable S-VIDEO Cable Color Stream Cable Using the Remote Control If you haven’t connected electronic equipment before, or you have been frustrated in the past, you may wish to read this section. (Cables are not supplied.) • A coaxial cable is the standard cable that comes in from your antenna or cable converter box. Coaxial cables use “F” connectors.
Introduction Connecting a cable converter box This connection allows you to watch cable and premium channels. You should keep your TV selected to ANT-1 so that you can use the TV features. When viewing premium channels, select ANT-2 and tune the TV to channel 3 or 4 (whichever channel is vacant in your area), then use the converter box to change channels. You will need two coaxial cables.
Introduction Connecting a DVD/satellite receiver and a VCR Connecting your TV This connection allows you to watch DVD/satellite, video and TV programs. You can record one TV channel while watching another channel.
Introduction Stereo VCR IN from ANT OUT to TV VIDEO From Antenna AUDIO L R IN CH 3 CH 4 OUT TV Connecting your TV AUDIO CENTER CHANNEL IN ANT( 75 ) ANT-1 ON Caution: To play from the DVD, the DVD and TV must use ColorStream connections. To record from the DVD, the DVD and TV must select Video.
Introduction Connecting a camcorder Connecting your TV This connection allows you to watch video materials recorded on a camcorder. You will need: • one pair of audio cables • one video cable Camcorder Caution: If you are using an S-VHS camcorder with an S-video output, connect this to the S-video input on the TV and remove the video cable. AUDIO OUT Do not connect the video cable and the S-video cable to Video-3 simultaneously.
Introduction Connecting an A/V receiver Connecting your TV If you use a system that delivers Dolby Pro Logic* surround sound, you will probably want to use the TV speakers as center channel speakers. A center channel speaker adds to the realism of a surround sound system such as Dolby Pro Logic.
Introduction Using the remote control With the remote control, you can operate your TV, most VCR models, and cable TV converters together, even if they are different brands. If you will be using your TV with a Toshiba VCR, your remote control is already programmed and ready to use. If you own different brands of VCRs and/or converters, you first have to program your remote control. (See “Programming the remote control for use with a VCR or a cable TV converter” on page 12.
Introduction To control a cable TV converter: Program the remote control to recognize the brand of your converter. The shaded buttons shown at right will control the cable TV converter. Set the TV/CABLE/VCR switch to the CABLE position. Connecting your TV Programming the remote control for use with a VCR or a cable TV converter Using the TV’s Features Setting up your TV Using the Remote Control This remote control is pre-programmed to operate Toshiba VCRs.
Introduction VCR code table Fisher Fuji Funai Garrard GE Go Video GoldStar Gradiente Harley Davidson Harman/Kardon Harwood Headquarter HI-Q Hitachi Ricoh Runco Samsung Sanky Sansui Sanyo Scott Sears Sharp Shintom Shogun Singer Sony STS Sylvania Symphonic Tatung Teac Technics Teknika Telefunken TMK Toshiba Totevision Unitech Vector Vector Research Video Concepts Videosonic Wards XR-1000 Yamaha Zenith Connecting your TV Realistic 065 054, 096 019, 056, 344 056 056 061, 079, 084, 096, 124, 125, 168, 22
Introduction Cable TV converter code table Code number 020, 022, 026, 027, 030, 032, 033, 036, 066 Antronix 041 Archer 041, 058, 172 Belcor 075 Cable Star 075 Cabletenna 041 Cableview 041 Century 172 Citizen 172 Color Voice 044, 050 Comtronics 059, 079 Contec 038 Dae Ryung 027 Eastern 021 Focus 419 Garrard 172 GC Electronics 075 Gemini 034, 089 General Instrument 030, 295 GoldStar 059, 163 Hamlin 028, 039, 053, 278, 292 Hitachi 030 Hytex 026 Jasco 172 Jerrold 022, 030, 031, 033, 034, 066, 295 Macom 052 Mag
Introduction Learning about the remote control turns the TV on and off (pages 12, 36) selects video input source (page 34) cycles through programmed channels (page 19) TV/CABLE/VCR switches between TV, Cable, and VCR (pages 11–12) Channel Numbers returns to the last viewed channel (page 21) required with some VCRs and cable TV converters to change the channel number allows access to programming menus (page 16) sets programmed menu information (pages 16, 20–23) ENTER 4 5 6 7 8 9 CH RTN 100 0
Introduction Setting up your TV Connecting your TV After you have installed the batteries and programmed the remote control, you will need to set some preferences on the TV using the menu. You can access the menu with the buttons on your TV or by using the remote control. 1. Press MENU to display menu. 2. Press x or • to select menu. 3. Press y or z select an item. 4. Press x or • to select or adjust a setting.
Introduction Changing the on-screen display language DEMO MENU TV/VIDEO R VOLUME CHANNEL x •zy MENU Connecting your TV You can choose from three different languages (English, French and Spanish) for the on-screen displays. Adjustment menus and messages will appear in the language of your choice. To select a language: 1. Press MENU, then press x or • until the SET UP menu appears. 2. Press y or z to highlight LANGUAGE.
Introduction Adding channels to the TV’s memory Your TV will stop on specific channels that are stored in the TV’s channel memory when you press Channel y or z. Use the steps below to set all active channels in your area automatically. Using the Remote Control Connecting your TV Programming channels automatically Your TV can automatically detect all active channels and store them in its memory. After the TV has stored the channels in its memory, you can erase channels or add your favorite channels.
Introduction O DEMO MENU TV/VIDEO R VOLUME CHANNEL x •zy CHANNELzy MENU Connecting your TV Adding and erasing channels manually After you’ve programmed the channels, you can add or erase specific channels. To add or erase channels: 1. Select the channel you want to add or erase using Channel y or z. If adding channels, you must select the channel to add by using the Channel Number buttons. 2. Press MENU, then press x or • until the SET UP menu appears. 3. Press y or z to highlight ADD/ERASE.
Introduction To check and adjust the color convergence: 1. Press MENU, then press x or • until the PICTURE menu appears. 2. Press y or z to highlight CONVERGENCE.
Introduction Using the TV’s features Adjusting the channel settings 1 1 2 2 2 3 3 3 3 4 4 4 4 5 5 5 5 6 6 6 6 7 7 8 8 9 9 CUSTOM 8 9 11 12 13 14 15 T I MER CC FAVOR I TE CH 1 FAVOR I TE CH2 CH L A B E L I NG V I DEO L A B E L BACKGROUND OFF 10 10 11 11 12 12 13 13 14 14 15 15 16 CUSTOM 6 7 8 9 100 0 ENT CH RTN POWER RECALL MUTE 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 100 0 Channel Number CH RTN ENT MENU/ VOL ENTER VOL MENU/ENTER yzx • CH 10 11 12 13 14 TV CABLE V
Introduction To clear your favorite channels: 1. Press MENU, then press x or • until the CUSTOM menu appears. 2. Press y or z to highlight FAVORITE CH2 for example. 3. Press x or • to display the FAVORITE CH2 menu.
Introduction 6. Assign the label to the channel. Press x or • to enter a character in the first space. Press the button repeatedly until the character you want appears on the screen. Press ENTER.
Introduction Watching picture-in-picture (PIP) Connecting your TV The picture-in-picture (PIP) feature allows you to watch two pictures at the same time. The smaller picture can be a TV broadcast or come from an external source, such as a VCR. To display a TV broadcast as a small picture: 1. Turn on the TV and select the program you want to watch. 2. Press PIP once to display a small picture. A window 1/9 the size of the screen will appear. Press PIP a second time to display a 1/16 size window.
Introduction POWER RECALL MUTE 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 Connecting your TV Switching the main and small pictures Press SWAP while you are using the PIP feature to switch the main and small pictures. The main and small pictures will switch each time you press the SWAP button. CH RTN 100 0 ENT CH Changing the position of the small picture Press LOCATE repeatedly while you are watching a small picture.
Introduction Using LOCKS menu The LOCKS menu includes the V-Chip, CH Lock, Video Lock, and New PIN Code functions. You can use these functions after entering the correct PIN code. Entering the PIN code 1. Press MENU, then press x or • until the LOCKS menu appears.
Introduction Using the V-CHIP menu Some TV programs and movies include signals that classify the content of the program (violence, sex, dialog, language). The V-CHIP control feature in this TV detects the signals and blocks the programs according to your selections. To use this feature, perform the following setup. LOCKS Menu 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 31 32 33 34 35 1 1 2 2 3 3 4 4 5 5 6 6 LOCKS 7 7 8 10 ENABLE BLOCKING 1.
Introduction MPAA RATING (Independent rating system for movies) 1. From the LOCKS menu, select MPAA RATING. 2. Press x or • to display the MPAA RATING menu, then press z or y to highlight MPAA RATING. 3. Press x or • to display the MPAA RATING menu.
Introduction Unlocking programs temporarily 1. If you try to watch a TV program that exceeds the rating limits you set, the TV will enter into the program lock mode. TH I S PROGRAM HAS BEEN BLOCKED ! TV – PG L V PUSH MUTE TO ENTER P I N POWER RECALL MUTE 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 100 0 4 MUTE 2. If you want to watch the locked program temporarily, press MUTE. 3. Press the Number buttons (0–9) to enter the 4-digit code you stored.
Introduction Connecting your TV To unlock channels: 1. From the LOCKS menu, select CH LOCK. 2. Press x or • to display the CH LOCK menu. 3. Press y or z to highlight CLEAR. 4. Press x or • until “0” replaces the channel numbers you have locked. Note: This clears all locked channels at once. You cannot unlock individual channels.
Introduction Adjusting the picture DEMO MENU TV/VIDEO R VOLUME CHANNEL x •zy MENU Connecting your TV Selecting the picture mode You can select your desired picture type from four preset picture modes: sports, standard, movie, and preference. To select the picture mode: 1. Press MENU, then press x or • until the PICTURE menu appears. 2. Press z or y to select MODE. 3. Press x or • to highlight the mode you want.
Introduction Connecting your TV Saving new preference You can save the PICTURE items (contrast, brightness, color, tint, and sharpness) you have adjusted in the picture preference mode. To save new preference: 1. Press MENU, then press x or • until the PICTURE menu appears. 2. Press y or z to highlight SAVE NEW PREFERENCE. 3. Press x or •.
Introduction Selecting the color temperature You can change the quality of the picture by selecting from three preset color temperatures: cool, medium, and warm. Picture Quality cool medium warm blueish neutral reddish To select the color temperature: 1. Press MENU, then press x or • until the PICTURE menu appears. 2. Press y or z to highlight COLOR TEMPERATURE. 3. Press x or • to highlight the mode you want.
Introduction Watching video input Connecting your TV You can use the TV/VIDEO button on the remote or on the TV to view a signal coming from other devices, such as VCRs or video disc players that may be connected to your TV. Select VIDEO 1, VIDEO 2, VIDEO 3, or ColorStream depending on which input jacks are used for connecting the devices (see “Connecting your TV” on page 5).
Introduction 6. Finish labeling the other video sources as desired. To return to the previous menu, press y or z to highlight CUSTOM MENU, then press x or •. To exit the menu, press EXIT.
Introduction Setting the timer (sleep timer) Connecting your TV You can set the TV so it turns off automatically. To set the timer: 1. Press MENU, then press x or • until the CUSTOM menu appears. 2. Press z or y to highlight TIMER. 3. Press the Number buttons (0–9) to enter the length of time until the TV turns off automatically (in 10-minute increments to a maximum of 180). Enter the numbers after the number position starts to blink.
Introduction Adjusting the sound RECALL POWER RECALL MUTE 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 Connecting your TV MUTE 9 CH RTN Selecting stereo/SAP broadcasts You can enjoy watching TV while you listen to high-fidelity stereo sound with the Multi-channel TV sound (MTS) feature. MTS can also transmit a second audio program (SAP) containing a second language, music, or other audio information (when provided by individual stations).
Introduction Connecting your TV Using the surround sound feature The surround sound feature expands the audio listening field wider and deeper to create exceptional sound quality from the TV’s speakers. The feature uses stereo signals from a TV broadcast or video input. To turn on the surround sound feature: 1. Select the stereo mode following the steps under “Selecting stereo/SAP broadcasts” on page 37. 2. Press MENU, then press x or • until the THEATER menu appears. 3. Press y or z to highlight SURROUND.
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 31 32 33 34 35 1 1 2 2 3 3 4 Introduction MUTE 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 CH RTN 100 4 5 POWER RECALL Connecting your TV Adjusting the sound quality You can change the sound quality of your TV by adjusting the bass, treble, and balance. To adjust the sound quality: 1. Press MENU, then press x or • until the AUDIO menu appears. 2. Press y or z to highlight the item you want to adjust.
Introduction Connecting your TV Using the Sub-Bass System (SBS) The Sub-Bass System allows you to improve bass performance (even when the sound volume is low). To turn on the Sub-Bass System: 1. Press MENU, then press x or • until the AUDIO menu appears. 2. Press y or z to highlight SBS. 3. Press x or • to highlight ON. Note: The Sub-Bass System signal does not pass through the “Variable Audio OUT” jacks (see “Connecting an audio system” on page 9).
Introduction Selecting the Audio OUT sound This feature allows you to select the sound source output (MAIN or PIP) from the Audio OUT jacks. This is useful when amplifying or recording the PIP sound with external equipment while hearing the sound of the main picture through the built-in speakers.
Introduction Viewing the demonstration mode When you press DEMO on the TV, the TV automatically displays a variety of on-screen menus and special features. This function is provided for demonstration purposes only. To stop the demonstration mode: Press DEMO again. Connecting your TV Understanding the auto power off feature The TV will automatically turn itself off after approximately 15 minutes if it is tuned to a vacant channel or a station that completes its broadcast for the day.
Introduction Appendix Power Source 120 V AC, 60 Hz Power Consumption 139 W (average) Audio Power 14 W + 14 W Speaker Type Two 4-3/4 inches (12 cm) round Video/Audio Terminals S-VIDEO INPUT Y-INPUT: 1 V(p-p), 75 ohm, negative sync. C-INPUT: 0.286 V(p-p) (burst signal), 75 ohm VIDEO/AUDIO INPUT VIDEO: 1 V(p-p), 75 ohm, negative sync. AUDIO: 150 mV(rms) (30% modulation equivalent, 47 kohm) ColorStream™ (component video) INPUT Y: 1V(p-p), 75 ohm CR: 0.7 V(p-p), 75 ohm CB: 0.
Introduction Troubleshooting Problem TV will not turn on Solution • Make sure the power cord is plugged in, then press POWER. • The remote control batteries may be dead. Replace the batteries. No picture, no sound • Check the antenna/cable connections. No sound, picture OK • The sound may be muted. Press VOLUME. • The station may have broadcast difficulties. Try another channel. • Check that the SPEAKERS function in the AUDIO menu is properly set.
Introduction Limited United States Warranty Limited One (1) Year Warranty Owner’s Manual and Demographic Card TACP and THI warrant this product and its parts against defects in materials or workmanship for a period of one (1) year after the date of original retail purchase. During this period, TACP and THI will repair or replace a defective part, at their option, with a new or refurbished part, without charge to you.
Introduction Index A Connecting your TV A/V receiver connection ................................................... 10 ANT 1/2 ................................................................................... 17 Antenna cables ...................................................................... 5 Audio cables ........................................................................... 5 AUDIO OUT sound, selecting ....................................... 41 Audio system connection ......................
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