Page 2 - Safety Precautions; WARNING
2 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 F...
Page 3 - Installation; Important Safety Instructions
3 • NEVER allow your body to come in contact with any 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 wit...
Page 4 - DANGER: RISK OF SERIOUS; Care; RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK!
4 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 st...
Page 5 - Service; Choosing a location for your LCD TV; Observe the following safety precautions:
5 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 Provider. 41) DANGER: RISK OF SERIOUS PERS...
Page 6 - Screw Size
6 TV Size Hole Pattern(HxV) Screw Size 32” 200x200 mm M6 40” 200x200 mm M6 (unit in mm) 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 sh...
Page 7 - FCC Declaration of Conformity; and 40FT2U Television; Important notes about your; The following symptoms are technical limitations; Trademark Information
7 FCC Declaration of Conformity Compliance Statement (Part 15): Toshiba 32DT2U, 32DT2U L and 40FT2U Television models comply 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 in...
Page 8 - Contents
8 Contents Important Safety Instructions ............................ 3 Installation, Care, and Service .......................... 3 Chapter 1: Introduction ................................... 9 Features of your new TV ...................................................... 9 Overview of steps for in...
Page 9 - Features of your new TV; Chapter 1: Introduction
9 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). • 1366 x 768 output resolution...
Page 10 - POWER
10 Overview of steps for installing, setting up, and using your new TV Follow these steps to set up your TV and begin using its many exciting features. 1 Carefully read the important safety, installation, care, and service information. Keep this manual for future reference. 2 Observe the following w...
Page 11 - TV front and side panel controls and connections
11 Chapter 1: Introduction TV front and side panel controls and connections Models 32DT2U, 32DT2UL, and 40FT2U are used in this manual for illustration purposes. 1 2 3 7 8 9 4 56 10 TV front TV top Left side panel 1無 Green LED Power LED (Green) = Power indicator 2無 Remote sensor (embedded) — Point t...
Page 12 - TV back panel connections; Power Cord; TV back
12 Chapter 1: Introduction 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 rece...
Page 13 - Overview of cable types; HDMI; Coaxial digital audio cable; DIGITAL AUDIO OUT; About the connection illustrations; Chapter 2: Connecting your TV
13 Overview of cable types 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. Coaxial cable (F-type) (F-type) Coaxial cable is used for connecting your antenna, cable ...
Page 14 - To view the antenna or Cable signal:; VIDEO; To view the camcorder video:; VIDEO
14 Chapter 2: Connecting your TV Connecting a VCR, Antenna, Cable TV, or Camcorder IN OUT CH 3CH 4 IN from ANT VIDEO AUDIO OUT to TV L R R L OUT IN CH 3CH 4 VIDEO AUDIO OUT L R TV back panel Stereo VCR Cable box From Cable TV From Cable TV or antenna You will need: • Coaxial cables • Standard A/V ca...
Page 15 - Connecting a DVD player with ColorStream; To view antenna or Cable channels:
15 Chapter 2: Connecting your TV Connecting a DVD player with ColorStream ® (component video), a VCR, and a satellite receiver S-VIDEO OUT VIDEO OUT AUDIO OUT COMPONENT VIDEO L R Satellite IN P B P R Y IN from ANT VIDEO AUDIO OUT to TV L R R L OUT IN CH 3CH 4 TV back panel Stereo VCR From antenna Fr...
Page 16 - Connecting an HDMI; To connect an HDMI device, you will need:; To view the HDMI device video:
16 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 t...
Page 17 - connection
17 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 46. To connect ...
Page 18 - Connecting a digital audio system; To control the audio:; Sound; To connect a PC to the PC IN terminal on the TV:
18 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 digital audio input. You ...
Page 19 - To connect a PC to the HDMI terminal on the TV:
19 Chapter 2: Connecting your TV (60Hz), 1080i (60Hz), and 1080p (24Hz/60Hz) signal formats. For detailed signal specifications, see page 56. Note: • The edges of the images may be hidden. • If receiving a 480i (HDMI), 480p (HDMI), 720p, 1080i, or 1080p signal program, Native mode scales the video t...
Page 20 - Remote control effective range; Chapter 3: Using the remote control
20 Installing the remote control batteries 1無 Remove the battery cover from the back of the remote control. Squeeze tab and lift cover. 2無 Install two “AAA” size batteries, making sure to match the + and – signs on the batteries to the signs on the battery compartment. 3無 Reinsert the battery cover ...
Page 21 - Learning about the remote control
Chapter 3: Using the remote control 21 Learning about the remote control Only the buttons used for operating the TV are described here. Note: The error message “NOT AVAILABLE” may appear if you press a key for a function that is not available. 1無 POWER turns the TV on and off. When the TV is on, the...
Page 22 - Main menu layout; Icon; Picture; Chapter 4: Menu layout and navigation
22 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. Icon Item Option Picture Mode Sports / Standard / Movie / PC / Preference Picture Settings [Ope...
Page 23 - Setup/Installation menu layout; Terrestrial; Navigating the menu system
Chapter 4: Menu layout and navigation 23 Setup/Installation menu layout The Installation menu contains the Terrestrial and System Status menus. To open the Installation menu (illustrated below), press on the remote control or TV control panel, open the Setup menu, select Installation , and press . I...
Page 24 - Initial Setup; Selecting the menu language; To select the menu language:; Chapter 5: Setting up your TV; Configuring the antenna input
24 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 Setup and set your desired time zone with t or u and press . 3無 Next, the Location setting...
Page 25 - Programming channels into the; Programming channels automatically; To program channels automatically:; Setting channel skip
Chapter 5: Setting up your TV 25 Programming channels into the TV’s channel memory When you press or on the remote control or TV control panel, your TV will stop only on the channels you programmed into the TV’s channel memory.Follow the steps below to program channels into the TV’s channel memory. ...
Page 26 - To add a channel to the channel memory:; Setting AV Input mode; To set the HDMI audio mode:
Chapter 5: Setting up your TV 26 3無 Press p or q to select a channel position to be skipped and press . A will appear in the box. To remove the , press again. To add a channel to the channel memory: Highlight the checked box next to the channel number you want to add, and then press to remove the ti...
Page 27 - Viewing the digital signal meter; Setting the time zone; Reset Factory Defaults
Chapter 5: Setting up your TV 27 the menu. (Also see item 2 on page 12 and “Setting the PC Audio” on page 43.) Viewing the digital signal meter You can view the digital signal meter in the ANT/CABLE digital TV input source only. To view the digital signal meter: 1無 Press and open the Setup menu. 2無 ...
Page 28 - To select the video input source to view:; device with HDMI; Chapter 6: Using the TV’s features; Labeling the video input sources; Input Selection; To label the video input sources:; Preferences
28 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 0–4, orb) Repeatedly press on the remote control and then press to change the input; or c) Repeatedly press on the remote control o...
Page 29 - Input labeling example:; Tuning channels; Tuning channels using the; Favorites Browser; To set up the Channel Browser
Chapter 6: Using the TV’s features 29 4無 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 con...
Page 30 - To open the Channel Browser; Elements of the Channel Browser; or; To toggle through the available lists:; To tune to a channel or input in Browse; Adding and clearing channels and inputs; Clearing channels from the History List:
Chapter 6: Using the TV’s features 30 8無 To save your entries, highlight Done and press . To return to factory defaults, highlight Reset and press . To open the Channel Browser ™ : • Press t or u on the remote control. • Press t to surf backward through the previously tuned channels in the History l...
Page 31 - To set the Channel Tuning Mode:; To tune to the next programmed channel:
Chapter 6: Using the TV’s features 31 Note: See page 24 for details on configuring the antenna input. • Turning off the TV will clear the History List. Setting the Channel Tuning Mode This feature allows you to choose how tuning will be handled for analog and digital channels when the TV is in Anten...
Page 32 - Switching between two channels; To memorize a channel to the; Selecting the picture size; To select the picture size using the menus:; Full
Chapter 6: Using the TV’s features 32 Switching between two channels using SurfLock ™ 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: 1無 Tune the TV to the ch...
Page 33 - TheaterWide 2; TheaterWide 3; (for letter box programs with; Native; Picture Size; Normal; SXGA sources and Photo files); Dot by Dot
Chapter 6: Using the TV’s features 33 Picture Size TheaterWide 2 (for letter box programs) A B C D E F G - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - The top and bottom edges of the picture may be hidden*. TheaterWide 3 (for letter box programs with subtitles) A B C D E F G - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - A B C ...
Page 34 - Scrolling the TheaterWide; To set the scroll settings:; Using the auto aspect ratio feature; To turn on the auto aspect ratio feature:; Using the FREEZE feature; To use the FREEZE feature:; Adjusting the picture; Selecting the picture mode
Chapter 6: Using the TV’s features 34 Scrolling the TheaterWide ® picture (TheaterWide 2 and 3 only) You can set separate scroll settings for the TheaterWide 2 and TheaterWide 3 modes for each input. To set the scroll settings: 1無 Press and open the Picture menu. 2無 Highlight Theater Settings and pr...
Page 35 - Adjusting the picture quality; To adjust the picture quality:; Using the closed caption mode; Base closed captions; To view captions or text:
Chapter 6: Using the TV’s features 35 To select the picture mode using the menu system: 1無 Press and open the Picture menu. 2無 Highlight Mode and press . 3無 Press p or q to select the picture mode you prefer and press . Adjusting the picture quality You can adjust the picture quality (Contrast, Back...
Page 36 - To turn off the closed caption mode:; Digital CC Settings; To customize the closed captions:; CC Selector; To select closed captions:
Chapter 6: Using the TV’s features 36 • To view text: Highlight T1 , T2 , T3 , or T4 . Note: If text is not available in your area, a black rectangle may appear on screen. If this happens, set the Base CC Mode to Off . • To turn off the closed caption mode: Select Off in step 2 above. Note: A closed...
Page 37 - Adjusting the audio; Muting the sound; To use the digital audio selector:; Selecting stereo/SAP broadcasts; To listen to stereo sound:; Adjusting the audio quality; To adjust the audio quality:
Chapter 6: Using the TV’s features 37 Adjusting the audio Muting the sound Press on the remote control to partially reduce (1/2 MUTE) or turn off (MUTE) the sound. Each time you press , the mute mode will change in the following order: 1/2 Mute Mute Volume If the closed caption mode is set to Off wh...
Page 38 - To select the digital audio output format:; Using the Locks menu
Chapter 6: Using the TV’s features 38 Selecting the digital audio output format You can use this feature to select the digital audio output format when you connect a Dolby Digital decoder or other digital audio system to the DIGITAL AUDIO OUT terminal on the TV (see “Connecting a digital audio syste...
Page 39 - Changing your PIN code; To block and unblock TV programs and; Downloading an additional rating system; To download the additional rating system
Chapter 6: Using the TV’s features 39 Changing your PIN code 1無 Press and highlight the Locks menu icon. 2無 Press q to display the PIN code entering screen. 3無 Enter your four-digit PIN code and press . 4無 Press q to highlight New PIN Code and press . 5無 Press the number buttons to enter a new four-...
Page 40 - Blocking TV programs by Canada rating
Chapter 6: Using the TV’s features 40 Independent rating system for broadcastersRatings 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.) L ) Crude or indecent language S ) E...
Page 41 - Unlocking programs temporarily; To temporarily unlock the program:; Using the input lock feature; Locking channels; To set the GameTimer
Chapter 6: Using the TV’s features 41 Unlocking programs temporarily 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 on-screen: This program exceeds the rating limit you set. Push 'MUTE' to enter...
Page 42 - Using the panel lock feature; To unlock the control panel:; Using the PC settings feature; To adjust the PC settings:
Chapter 6: Using the TV’s features 42 Using the panel lock feature You can lock the control panel to prevent your settings from being changed accidentally (by children, for example). When the panel lock is On , none of the controls on the TV control panel will operate except POWER . To lock the pane...
Page 43 - Setting the PC Audio; Using the Media Player with USB; Photo Viewer specifications:; To select the Auto Start function
Chapter 6: Using the TV’s features 43 Setting the PC Audio This function allows you to output or mute the sound from your PC when connecting using the PC IN terminal and an analog RGB cable. ( page 18) To set the PC Audio: 1無 Press and open the Sound menu. 2無 Highlight Audio Setup and press . 3無 P...
Page 44 - To open the Media Player; Viewing photo files; Single View; To set Interval Time and Repeat settings:
Chapter 6: Using the TV’s features 44 To open the Media Player There are two methods for starting the Media Player. Automatically: 1無 Gently insert a supported USB storage device to the USB port on the rear side of the TV. A prompt will appear. Note: If you repeatedly insert and remove the USB devic...
Page 45 - Setting the sleep timer; To set the sleep timer using the remote control:; Setup; To display the remaining sleep time:
Chapter 6: Using the TV’s features 45 Contents Description Description Photo Photo list (Multi view) See page 44 Sorting To sort the folders and files 1無 Press to open the Quick Menu from Multi View mode. 2無 Press p or q to select Sort . 3無 Press t or u to select Title , New or Old to set the sortin...
Page 46 - Automatic Power Down; playback device (DVD; Available remote control key functions:
Chapter 6: Using the TV’s features 46 Automatic Power Down The TV will automatically turn itself off (standby) after 4 hours, if you do not operate the TV either from the remote control or the TV control panel. 1無 From the Preferences menu, highlight Energy Saving Settings and press . 2無 Press p or ...
Page 47 - Player Control menu; input source selection; functions
Chapter 6: Using the TV’s features 47 REGZA-LINK ® Player Control menu functions: 1無 Press and open the Preferences menu. 2無 Highlight REGZA-LINK Player Control and press . 3無 Press p or q to select the item you want to control and press . Item Description Power Turns the selected device on and off....
Page 48 - To set the REGZA-LINK; Displaying TV status information; To display TV status information using; To close the; Understanding the last mode
Chapter 6: Using the TV’s features 48 Note : When you turn on the Audio Receiver, change its input source, or adjust the sound volume, the sound will be output from the audio receiver’s speakers even if TV Speakers has been selected. Turn the TV off and on again to output the sound from the TV speak...
Page 49 - Using Dynamic Contrast; To select Dynamic Contrast preference:; Using the static gamma feature; To adjust the static gamma settings:; Chapter 7: Using the TV’s advanced features; Selecting the color temperature; To select the color temperature:
49 Using the advanced picture settings features Using Dynamic Contrast Dynamic Contrast detects changes in picture quality that affect the appearance of your contrast settings and then automatically adjusts the video. To select Dynamic Contrast preference: 1無 From the Picture menu, highlight Picture...
Page 51 - General troubleshooting; TV stops responding to controls; Picture problems; Chapter 8: Troubleshooting
51 General troubleshooting Before calling a service technician, please check this chapter for a possible solution to the problem experienced. 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 36)....
Page 52 - For HDMI cables
Chapter 8: Troubleshooting 52 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 37). • If you ar...
Page 53 - Specifications
53 Specifications Note: • These models 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. Television System NTSC standardATSC standar...
Page 54 - Acceptable signal formats for PC IN and HDMI terminals; PC IN signal formats
54 Chapter 9: Appendix Acceptable signal formats for PC IN and HDMI terminals PC IN signal formats Note: Depending on the connected PC, the following problems may occur; incorrect display, false format detection, picture position failure, blur, or judder. This is not a malfunction of your TV. Format...
Page 55 - Limited One (1) Year Warranty on Parts and Labor; How to Obtain Warranty Service
55 Chapter 9: Appendix Limited United States Warranty for LCD Televisions Toshiba America Information Systems, Inc. (“TAIS”) 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 T...
Page 56 - Limited Canadian Warranty; for; Limited One (1) Year Warranty on Parts and Labour; Rental Units
56 Chapter 9: Appendix EXCEPTION OF ANY WARRANTIES IMPLIED BY THE LAW OF ANY STATE OF THE U.S.A. AS HEREBY LIMITED, THE FOREGOING LIMITED WARRANTY IS EXCLUSIVE AND IN LIEU OF ALL OTHER WARRANTIES, GUARANTEES, AGREEMENTS, AND SIMILAR OBLIGATIONS OF TAIS WITH RESPECT TO THE REPAIR OR REPLACEMENT OF AN...
