Page 2 - Child Safety; The Issue; Thank you for purchasing this Toshiba Plasma television.; CAUTION; NOTE TO CATV INSTALLERS; Safety Precautions; Always read and understand the; PRODUCT WARNINGS and; that are contained in this manual before; Intr; NOTICE OF POSSIBLE ADVERSE EFFECTS; NOT; (See item 34 on page 4 for
2 Child Safety It Makes A DifferenceWhere Your TV Stands Congratulations on your purchase!As you enjoy your new TV, keep these safety tips in mind: The Issue If you are like most consumers, you have a TV in your home. Many homes,in fact, have more than one TV. The home theater entertainment experien...
Page 3 - Important Safety Instructions; Installation
3 Intr oduction Connecting y our TV Setting up y our TV Using the TV’ s Features Appendix 16) Never modify this equipment. Changes or modifications may void: a) the warranty, and b) the user’s authority tooperate this equipment under the rules of the FederalCommunications Commission. 17) DANGER: R I...
Page 4 - Service
4 31) While it is thundering, do not touch the connecting cables or apparatus. 32) For added protection of your TV from lightning and power surges, always unplug the power cord anddisconnect the antenna from the TV if you leave the TVunattended or unused for long periods of time. 33) During normal u...
Page 5 - Possible Adverse Effects on Plasma Display:
5 Intr oduction Connecting y our TV Setting up y our TV Using the TV’ s Features Appendix Intr oduction The Toshiba 42HP66/50HP66 Plasma Color Televisions comply with Part 15 of the FCC rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) thisdevice may not cause harmful interference, an...
Page 6 - Setting the GameTimer; picture
6 Intr oduction Introduction ........................................................... 2 Important Safety Instructions ............................. 3FCC Declaration of Conformity ComplianceStatement (Part 15): ........................................... 5Important notes about your Plasma TV ........
Page 7 - Exploring your new TV; Front; Features of your new TV
7 Intr oduction Connecting y our TV Setting up y our TV Using the TV’ s Features Appendix Exploring your new TV You can operate your TV by using the buttons on the right side panel or the remote control. The side and back panelsprovide the terminals to connect other equipment to your TV. Front Left ...
Page 8 - Selecting a location for the TV; Connecting your TV; Back of TV; ALWAYS use the VGA port provided to connect a PC.
8 Connecting y our TV Selecting a location for the TV • Place the TV on the floor or on a sturdy platform in alocation where light does not directly hit the screen. • Place the TV far enough from the walls to allow properventilation. Inadequate ventilation may cause overheating,which may damage the ...
Page 9 - Connecting a cable converter box or antenna; Option 1: For Subscribers to Basic Cable TV Service; From Cable; two coaxial cables; Connecting a VCR
9 Intr oduction Connecting y our TV Setting up y our TV Using the TV’ s Features Appendix Connecting y our TV Connecting a cable converter box or antenna This television has an extended tuning range and can tune most cable channels without usinga cable company supplied converter box. Some cable comp...
Page 10 - Connecting y
10 Connecting a DVD player/satellitereceiver and a VCR This connection allows you to watch DVD/satellite, VCR, or TV pro-grams. You can record from the satellite receiver and TV, as well asrecord one TV channel while watching another channel. You will need: • three coaxial cables • two sets of stand...
Page 11 - a VCR; greatly enhance picture quality and performance.
11 Intr oduction Connecting y our TV Setting up y our TV Using the TV’ s Features Appendix You will need: • two coaxial cables • one set of standard A/V cables • one set of component video cables • one pair of standard audio cables Connecting a DVD player withColorStream ® (component video) and a VC...
Page 12 - Your TV has ColorStream
12 Connecting a DTV receiver/set-topbox with ColorStream ® (component video) and a VCR This connection allows you to watch DTV (digital TV), VCR, and TVprograms, and record DTV and TV programs. Your TV has ColorStream ® (component video) inputs. Connecting your TV to a DTV receiver with component vi...
Page 13 - Connecting a camcorder; one pair of standard audio cables; one set of standard AV cables
13 Intr oduction Connecting y our TV Setting up y our TV Using the TV’ s Features Appendix VIDEO AUDIOL R OUT VIDEO AUDIOL R OUT S-VIDEO Connecting a camcorder This connection allows you to watch videos recorded on a camcorder. You will need: • one S-video cable • one pair of standard audio cables V...
Page 14 - To connect an HDMI device, you will need:; If you connect an HDMI device and analog audio; turn on; • When turning off your electronic components,; turn off; Connecting an HDMITM or DVI device
14 VIDEO AUDIO L R IN OUT DVI OUT VIDEO AUDIO L R IN OUT HDMI OUT To connect an HDMI device, you will need: • one HDMI cable (type A connector) For proper operation, it is recommended that you useas short an HDMI cable as possible. You should notencounter difficulty if you use an HDMI cable that iss...
Page 15 - Connecting an analog audio system; To control the audio:; The TV’s two digital audio outputs output a Dolby* Digital; AV Amplifier with built-in digital surround
15 Intr oduction Connecting y our TV Setting up y our TV Using the TV’ s Features Appendix Connecting y our TV Connecting an analog audio system This connection allows you to use external speakers with an external audioamplifier to adjust the sound level. To control the audio: Turn on the TV and the...
Page 16 - To connect the IR blaster cable:; * If you cannot locate the
16 Connecting y our TV Connecting a device to theIR OUT terminal for IRpass-through device control You can use the TV’s IR OUT terminal (infrared pass-through) to remotely operate (through the TV) manyinfrared remote-controlled devices (such as a Toshibainfrared remote-controlled VCR or DVD player) ...
Page 17 - Monitor display modes; Power connection; To use AC power; This type of damage is
17 Intr oduction Connecting y our TV Setting up y our TV Using the TV’ s Features Appendix Connecting a PC (personal computer) This connection allows you to use the TV as a computer monitor.Before you connect a PC to the TV, adjust the PC's resolution andrefresh rate according to the "Monitor di...
Page 18 - Setting up your TV; Using the remote control; Preparing the remote control for use; To install the batteries:; Using the remote control to operate your other devices
18 Setting up y our TV Setting up your TV Using the remote control Preparing the remote control for use In addition to operating the TV, the remote control can operate mostcable TV converters, satellite receivers, VCRs, and DVD players,regardless of their brand. The remote control is pre-programmed ...
Page 19 - Press “TV” to control the TV.; To control a DVD player:
19 Introduction Connecting your TV Setting up your TV Using the TV’ s Features Appendix CT-885 INPUT DISPLAY CT-885 INPUT DISPLAY Programming the remote control to operateyour other devices This remote control is pre-programmed to operate most Toshibasatellite receivers, VCRs, and DVD players. To co...
Page 20 - Device code tables; Satellite
20 Setting up y our TV Brand Code Brand Code Device code tables [For CBL/SAT Mode]CABLE Box Brand Code ABC ArcherCableviewCenturyCitizenContec DiamondEagleGEGeminiGeneral InstrumentsHamlinHitachiJasco 061, 062, 063, 082,084, 087, 091, 092,096, 098065, 092, 097, 099064, 094092090, 092, 097083, 085, 0...
Page 22 - Learning about the remote control; Remote control effective range
22 Setting up y our TV CT-885 INPUT DISPLAY INPUT selects the video input source (page 31) DISPLAY displays status information on-screen (page 44) MUTE turns off the sound (page 41) POWER turns the TV on and off CHANNEL NUMBERS allow direct access to channels (page 25) CH RTN (Channel Return) return...
Page 23 - Starting setup; Changing the on-screen display language; To select a language:
23 Intr oduction Connecting y our TV Setting up y our TV Using the TV’ s Features Appendix Starting setup The STARTING SETUP feature appears the first time you turn on theTV, and helps you select the menu language, specify the TV/CABLEsetting, and program channels automatically. IMPORTANT: Make sure...
Page 24 - Adding channels to the TV’s memory
24 Setting up y our TV CT-885 INPUT DISPLAY Adding channels to the TV’s memory When you press CH or , your TV will stop only on the channelsyou have programmed into the TV’s channel memory. Follow the stepsbelow to program channels into the channel memory. Programming channels automatically Your TV ...
Page 25 - Using the TV’s features; Adjusting the channel settings; Switching between two channels; To switch between two channels:; Programming your favorite channels; To program your favorite channels:
25 Intr oduction Connecting y our TV Setting up y our TV Using the TV’ s Features Appendix Using the TV’s features Adjusting the channel settings Switching between two channels You can switch between two channels without entering an actualchannel number each time. To switch between two channels: 1. ...
Page 26 - Using the LOCKS menu; Selecting a password; To select your password and access the LOCKS menu:; To change your password:
26 Using the TV’ s Features CT-885 INPUT DISPLAY Note: If you forget your password, press DISPLAYfour times within five seconds while the TV isin password entering mode. This allows youto reset your password. Using the LOCKS menu Note : The V-Chip feature is available for the U.S. V-Chip systemonly....
Page 27 - To use the V-Chip to block programs by rating:; PG
27 Intr oduction Connecting y our TV Setting up y our TV Using the TV’ s Features Appendix Using the TV’ s Features CT-885 INPUT DISPLAY Using the V-Chip (parental control) feature The Motion Picture Association of America (MPAA) uses a ratingsystem to qualify motion picture content. Television broa...
Page 28 - Locking the video inputs; To set up the video lock:; Locking channels
28 Using the TV’ s Features INPUT DISPLAY INPUT DISPLAY Locking the video inputs With the VIDEO LOCK feature, you can lock out the input sources(VIDEO-1~3, ColorStream HD-1/2, HDMI-1/2, PC) and channels 3 and4. You will not be able to select the input sources with the INPUT buttonor Channel Number b...
Page 29 - Using the panel lock feature; To lock the right side panel controls:; To set up the GameTimer:
29 Intr oduction Connecting y our TV Setting up y our TV Using the TV’ s Features Appendix INPUT DISPLAY Using the panel lock feature You can lock the right side panel controls to prevent your settings frombeing changed accidentally (by children, for example.) When the panellock is in ON, all contro...
Page 30 - To erase channel labels:; Labeling channels; To create channel labels:; Using the
30 CT-885 INPUT DISPLAY 9. Repeat step 8 to enter the rest of the characters.If you would like a blank space in the label name, you mustchoose an empty space from the list of characters; otherwise, adash will appear in that space. 10. Repeat steps 1-9 for other channels. You can assign a label to ea...
Page 32 - Setting the ON timer; To cancel the on timer:; Setting the sleep timer; To set the sleep timer:
32 Using the TV’ s Features INPUT DISPLAY Note: After a power failure or disconnection of thepower, the timer settings will be lost. Setting the ON timer This feature allows you to program the TV to turn on automatically at aset time. If you program the ON TIMER to “DAILY,” the TV will turn onevery ...
Page 33 - Selecting the picture size; picture size, as described below and on the next page.; Natural picture size; • The center of the picture remains
33 Intr oduction Connecting y our TV Setting up y our TV Using the TV’ s Features Appendix INPUT DISPLAY Viewing the wide-screen pictureformats (480i and 480p signals only) You can view 480i and 480p format programs in a variety ofpicture sizes—Natural, TheaterWide 1, TheaterWide 2, TheaterWide 3,an...
Page 34 - TheaterWide 2 picture size (for letter box programs)
34 Using the TV’ s Features TheaterWide 2 picture size (for letter box programs) • The picture is stretched the same amount both wider and taller(retains its original proportion.) • The top and bottom edges of the picture may be hidden. To view thehidden areas, see “Scrolling theTheaterWide picture”...
Page 36 - To turn on the ASPECT feature:; Selecting the cinema mode; To set the CINEMA MODE to FILM:; Using the ASPECT feature; Aspect ratio of signal source
36 Using the TV’ s Features If the signal does not include aspect information, the picture size youselected on page 33 is displayed. To turn on the ASPECT feature: 1. Press TV to select the TV mode.2. Press MENU, then press or until the SETUP menu appears.3. Press ▲ or ▼ to highlight ASPECT. 4. Pres...
Page 37 - Using the closed caption feature
37 Intr oduction Connecting y our TV Setting up y our TV Using the TV’ s Features Appendix INPUT DISPLAY Using the closed caption feature The Closed Caption feature has two options:• Captions—An on-screen display of the dialogue, narration, andsound effects of programs and videos that are closed-cap...
Page 38 - Using the Long Life feature; Reverse; White; To return to the normal picture:; Picture shift; This type of damage is NOT
38 Using the TV’ s Features Using the Long Life feature The long life settings (Reverse, White, Picture Shift, Side Panel color)help to reduce the risk of phosphor burn-in of the plasma screen. Reverse The picture is displayed alternately between positive image andnegative image to reduce the risk o...
Page 39 - Adjusting the picture quality; To adjust the picture quality:; Selection; Adjusting the picture; Selecting the picture mode; To select the picture mode:; Mode
39 Intr oduction Connecting y our TV Setting up y our TV Using the TV’ s Features Appendix Adjusting the picture quality You can adjust the picture quality to your personal preferences,including the brightness, contrast, color, tint, and sharpness. Thequalities you choose will be stored automaticall...
Page 40 - Selecting the color temperature; To select the color temperature:; Resetting your picture adjustments; To reset your picture adjustments:; Using the CableClear; To turn on the CableClear
40 Using the TV’ s Features Selecting the color temperature Change the picture quality by selecting from three preset color tem-peratures—cool, medium, and warm—as described in the followingtable: To select the color temperature: 1. Press TV to select the TV mode.2. Press MENU, then press or to disp...
Page 41 - Adjusting the sound; Muting the sound; To listen to stereo sound:; Adjusting the sound quality; To adjust the sound quality:
41 Intr oduction Connecting y our TV Setting up y our TV Using the TV’ s Features Appendix Adjusting the sound Muting the sound Press MUTE to temporarily turn off the sound. While the sound is off,the screen will display the word MUTE in the lower right-hand corner.To restore the sound, either press...
Page 42 - Resetting your audio adjustments; To reset your audio adjustments:; Using the StableSound; To turn on the StableSound; Turning off the built-in speakers
42 Resetting your audio adjustments The RESET function returns your audio adjustments to the followingfactory settings:Bass ................. center (25) Treble ................. center (25) Balance .............. center (0) To reset your audio adjustments: 1. Press TV to select the TV mode.2. Press...
Page 43 - To adjust the WOW feature:; Selecting the HDMI audio input source; See “Connecting an HDMI; or DVI device” on page 14 for connection; To select the HDMI audio input source:; Using the SRS WOWTM surround sound feature
43 Intr oduction Connecting y our TV Setting up y our TV Using the TV’ s Features Appendix WOW is a special combination of SRS Labs audio technologies thatcreates a thrilling surround sound experience with deep, rich bassfrom stereo sound sources. Your TV’s audio will sound fuller, richer, andwider....
Page 44 - Selecting the audio languages; To select the audio language:; Selecting the digital output format; You can choose the format of the digital audio output signal.; To select the digital output format:; Checking the digital signal strength; To view the digital signal meter:; Displaying TV status information on-screen
44 Selecting the audio languages When two or more audio languages are included in a digital signal, youcan select one of the audio languages. To select the audio language: 1. Press TV to select the TV mode.2. Press MENU, then press or to display the AUDIO menu. 3. Press ▲ or ▼ to highlight AUDIO LAN...
Page 45 - PICTURE menu settings:
45 Intr oduction Connecting y our TV Setting up y our TV Using the TV’ s Features Appendix Notes: • If you wish to change the on-screen lan- guage, follow the steps 1-4 on page 23. • If no buttons are pressed for more than approx. 60 seconds, the PC Monitor Menuscreen will return to normal Monitor s...
Page 46 - Appendix; Troubleshooting; Symptom
46 Appendix Appendix Troubleshooting Before calling a service technician, please check the following table for a possible cause of the symptom and some solutions. Auto power off The TV will automatically turn off after approximately 15 minutes if it is tuned to a vacant channel or a station that com...
Page 48 - Specifications
48 Appendix Specifications • This model complies with the specifications below.• Design 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. Model 42HP66 50HP66 PDP size 42.32 in. diagonal (1,0...
Page 49 - Limited United States Warranty; for Plasma Televisions
49 Intr oduction Connecting y our TV Setting up y our TV Using the TV’ s Features Appendix Toshiba America Consumer Products, L.L.C. ("TACP") makes thefollowing limited warrantie s to original consumers in the UnitedStates. TH ESE LI M ITE D WAR RANTI ES EXTEN D TO TH E OR IGI NAL CONSU M ER...
Page 50 - Limited Canadian Warranty; for Toshiba Brand Plasma Television Models
50 Appendix Toshiba of Canada Limited ( "TCL" ) makes the following limited warranties to original consumers in Canada. TH ESE LI M ITE D WAR RANTI ES EXTE ND TO TH E OR IG I NAL CONSU M E RPU RCHASE R OR ANY PE RSON R ECE IVI NG TH IS TOSH I BAB RAN D PLASMA TE LEVISION MODE L (the "TE ...
Page 52 - and StableSound; National Service Division; PRINTED IN THAILAND
CableClear, ColorStream, TheaterWide and StableSound are registered trademarks of Toshiba America Consumer Products, L.L.C. GameTimer is a trademark of Toshiba America Consumer Products, L.L.C. National Service Division PRINTED IN THAILAND J3X70701A SH 06/03 N 3X70701A_En_p46-bc 3/7/06, 6:26 PM 52
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