Page 2 - Contents; Introduction; Using the TV’s features
2 Contents Introduction Welcome to Toshiba . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3Important Safety Instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 Installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3Use . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ...
Page 3 - Welcome to Toshiba; Installation
3 Introduction Welcome to Toshiba • Thank you for purchasing this Toshiba LCD Color Television. This manual will help you use the exciting features of your new TV. • Instructions in this manual are based on using the remote control. • You also can use the controls on the TV if they have the same nam...
Page 4 - Use; ) Never place hot objects or open flame sources,
4 Introduction 7) Never place the TV next to a stove where it will be exposed to oil, smoke, or steam, or in a location where there is a large quantity of dust. This may cause a fire or an electric shock. 8) Install the TV in a horizontal, stable location. Connect between two clips on the back of th...
Page 5 - Service
5 Introduction 4) Never stand or climb on the TV. Be especially careful in households with children to prevent them through climbing on top of the TV.It may move, fall over, break, become damaged or cause an injury. 5) When the TV will not be used for a long period of time, such as during vacation o...
Page 6 - Cleaning; Important information; Exemptions; • Toshiba is not liable for any damage caused by fires, natural
6 Introduction 4) When the TV reaches the end of its useful life, ask a qualified service technician to properly dispose of the TV. Note:The lamp unit contains a small amount of mercury. Disposal of mercury may be regulated due to environmental considerations.Dispose of the used lamp unit by the app...
Page 7 - Getting started; Connecting an antenna; Installing the remote control batteries; Remove the battery cover.; Effective range
7 Getting started Connecting an antenna Optimum reception of color requires a good signal and will generally mean that an outdoor antenna must be used. The exact type and positioning of the antenna will depend upon your particular area. Your Toshiba dealer or service personnel can best advise you on...
Page 8 - TV top, front and side panel controls; OK; I i
8 Getting started TV top, front and side panel controls • You can operate your TV using the buttons on the side panel or the remote control. The back and side of the panel provide the terminal connections to connect other equipment to your TV ( - “Connecting your TV” pages 22, 23, 24). • For the use...
Page 9 - TV back panel connections; * You can use the cable holder
9 Getting started TV back panel connections TV back view Cable holder* Power cord * You can use the cable holder to hold antenna cable, videoand audio cables etc. When moving the TV, neverhold this holder. 15 12 11 13 14 16 17 11 O MONITOR (output terminals) — Standard video and standard audio outpu...
Page 10 - Learning about the remote control; Location of controls; Learning about the menu system; MENU; U u
10 Getting started Learning about the remote control Location of controls Learning about the menu system We suggest you familiarize yourself with the display charts before using the menu system: • Press M to display menu, then press I or i to select main menu headings. • Press u or U to select an it...
Page 11 - Displaying the menu chart; Turning the TV on; Switching on the TV
11 Getting started Displaying the menu chart Notes: • In the video input mode ( o 1 - o 3 ), Auto tuning and Manual tuning are not available. Instead, Manual setting appears in the SET UP menu ( - page 19). • If you connect external equipment via component video source to external input, Color syste...
Page 12 - Watching TV programs; Selecting the menu language
12 Getting started Watching TV programs Selecting the menu language Choose from 9 different languages (English, Chinese (CS), Malay, Thai, Vietnamese, Russian, Arabic, Persian or French) for the on-screen display. 1 Press M , then press I or i to display SET UP menu. 2 Press u or U to select Languag...
Page 13 - Sorting program position
13 Getting started Manually setting channels in the channel memory 1 From the SET UP menu, press u or U to select Manual tuning . 2 Press Q to display the Manual tuning menu. Press u or U to select the program position you want to arrange. 3 Press Q to display the breakdown menu. Press I or i to sel...
Page 14 - Picture adjustment; Selecting the picture size
14 Using the TV’s features Picture adjustment Selecting the picture size 1 Press and hold O until the picture size list appears on the screen, then press u or U to select the appropriate picture size (or press O repeatedly to select required picture size directly). 2 Press Q . Wide Use this setting ...
Page 15 - Using the picture still; Mode
15 Using the TV’s features • If the aspect ratio of the selected format is different from the one of the TV transmission or video program, it can cause a difference in vision. Change to the correct aspect ratio picture size. • When using the PC mode, the moving image quality may be deteriorated. Usi...
Page 16 - Activating the black stretch; Resetting the base color adjustment; Effective signal and setup conditions:
16 Using the TV’s features Activating the black stretch This function increases the strength of dark areas of the picture which improves definition. 1 Press M , then press I or i to display the PICTURE menu. 2 Press u or U to select the Picture settings menu, then press Q . 3 Press u or U to select ...
Page 17 - Sound adjustment; Auto mode; Selecting the dual 1 or dual 2 mode; Selecting the stereo programs; Display; Selection
17 Using the TV’s features 1 From the PICTURE menu, press u or U to select Cinema mode . 2 Press I or i to select On or Off . Note: When a DVD movie with subtitle is playing back, this mode may not work correctly. Sound adjustment Setting the MTS (Multi-channel TV Sound) Auto mode The MTS Auto mode ...
Page 18 - Using the SRS WOW surround sound; Using the stable sound; Using the bass boost; Selecting the timer menu; Using the auto format
18 Using the TV’s features Using the SRS WOW surround sound SRS WOW is a special combination of SRS Labs audio technologies that creates a thrilling surround sound experience with deep, rich bass from stereo sound sources. Your TV’s audio will sound fuller, richer and wider. WOW consists of three fe...
Page 19 - Activating blue screen; Adjusting the brightness of side panel; Setting the manual setting menu; PC VGA mode
19 Using the TV’s features 1 Press M , then press I or i to display the FUNCTION menu. 2 Press u or U to select Auto format , then press I or i to select On or Off . Activating blue screen With the blue screen function On , the screen will automatically turn blue and the sound will be muted when no ...
Page 20 - Teletext; Setting up the teletext mode; To select teletext mode:; Teletext general information; each color; Using Auto mode
20 Using the TV’s features Teletext This TV has a multi-page teletext memory, which takes a few moments to load and it offers two ways of viewing Teletext Auto and LIST which are explained below. Setting up the teletext mode To select teletext mode: Select a channel position with the desired teletex...
Page 21 - Using LIST mode
21 Using the TV’s features Using LIST mode 1 Press E to access teletext. The four choices at the bottom of the screen are now number – 100 , 200 , 300 and 400 , which have been programmed into the TV’s memory. 2 To view these pages, use the colored prompt buttons.e.g. press the Green button to view ...
Page 22 - Connecting your TV; Side connections; Back connections; Connection example; Connecting an HDMI or a DVI device
22 Connecting your TV Side connections You can connect a wide variety of auxiliary equipment via the terminals located on the right side of the panel o (2) . Please always refer to the owner’s manual of the equipment to be connected for full details. Connection example • To select the side inputs, p...
Page 23 - Standard analog audio cables; Selecting the PC/HDMI audio mode
23 Connecting your TV • This TV is able to connect with HDMI devices. But it is possible that some HDMI devices may not operate properly with this TV. Connecting an HDMI or a DVI device The HDMI input on your TV receives digital audio and uncompressed digital video from an HDMI device or uncompresse...
Page 24 - Setting the HDMI audio mode; HDMI; When the sound is not audible:; Connecting a computer; The following signals can be displayed:
24 Connecting your TV Setting the HDMI audio mode You can select sound of an HDMI or DVI device connected to the HDMI input terminals ( - page 23) from three modes: Auto , Digital or Analog . Note: This function is available only when the PC/HDMI audio mode is set to HDMI . 1 Press M , then press I ...
Page 25 - Signal names for mini D-sub 15 pin connector; Using the PC setting; Adjusting the picture size/position; Signal name
25 Connecting your TV Signal names for mini D-sub 15 pin connector Using the PC setting • In the PC input mode, you cannot select the Color , Tint , Sharpness , Black stretch , MPEG NR and DNR in the Picture setting menu and Cinema mode ( - page 16). • In the PC input mode, the Manual setting ( - pa...
Page 26 - Reference section; Troubleshooting; Symptom and solution; PICTURE; Broadcast system; Oceania
26 Reference section Troubleshooting Before calling a service technician, please check the following table for a possible cause of the symptom and some solutions. Symptom and solution TV will not turn on • Make sure the power cord is plugged in, then press ! or 1 . • The remote control batteries may...
Page 27 - Specifications; LCD color television; • Design and specifications are subject to change without
27 Reference section Specifications LCD color television Model 26A3000A, 26A3000E, 26A3000T32A3000A, 32A3000E, 32A3000T Power source 26/32A3000A: 220V-240V AC, 50Hz26/32A3000E: 220V-240V AC, 50/60Hz26/32A3000T: 110V-240V AC, 50/60Hz Power consumption 26A3000A/E/T: 110 W, 0.9 W (standby)32A3000A/E/T:...
