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 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 ...
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:; Screw Size
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 Center. 41) DANGER: RISK OF SERIOUS PERSON...
Page 7 - FCC Declaration of Conformity; Toshiba 55HT1U Television; Important notes about your; The following symptoms are technical limitations; Trademark Information
7 FCC Declaration of Conformity Compliance Statement (Part 15): 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, 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 Overv...
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). • 1080p output resolution. • T...
Page 10 - Overview of steps for installing,; POWER
10 Chapter 1: Introduction 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...
Page 11 - TV front and side panel controls and connections
11 Chapter 1: Introduction 8無 VOLUME tu — These buttons adjust the volume level. 9無 INPUT — Repeatedly press to change the source you are viewing ( ANT/CABLE, VIDEO, ColorStream HD, HDMI 1, HDMI 2, HDMI 3, PC ). 10無 HDMI ® IN — High-Definition Multimedia Interface input receives digital audio and un...
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; Optical audio cable; DIGITAL AUDIO OUT; PC IN; 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 (F-type) cable Coaxial (F-type) cable is used for connecting your antenna, cable ...
Page 14 - Connecting a VCR and antenna, Cable TV or Camcorder; To view the antenna or Cable signal:; VIDEO; To view the camcorder video:; VIDEO; and other materials is prohibited under the Copyright
14 Chapter 2: Connecting your TV Connecting a VCR and 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 ...
Page 15 - Connecting a DVD player with ColorStream
15 Chapter 2: Connecting your TV Connecting a DVD player with ColorStream ® (component video), a VCR, and a satellite receiver IN from ANT VIDEO AUDIO OUT to TV L R R L OUT IN CH 3CH 4 S-VIDEO OUT VIDEO OUT AUDIO OUT COMPONENT VIDEO L R Satellite IN P B P R Y 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 49. TV back panel...
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 optical audio input. You w...
Page 19 - To connect a PC to the HDMI terminal on the TV:
19 Chapter 2: Connecting your TV The HDMI input can accept and display VGA, SVGA, XGA, WXGA, SXGA, 480i (60Hz), 480p (60Hz), 720p (60Hz), 1080i (60Hz), and 1080p (24Hz/60Hz) signal formats. For detailed signal specifications, see page 58. Note: • The edges of the images may be hidden. • If receiving...
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 The buttons used for operating the TV only 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 - To select the menu language:; Chapter 5: Setting up your TV
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 and set your desired time zone with t or u and press . 3無 Next, the Location setting windo...
Page 25 - Programming channels automatically; To program channels automatically:; Setting channel skip
Chapter 5: Setting up your TV 25 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 mu...
Page 26 - To remove channel labels:; To create and assign a custom label:; To add a channel to the channel memory:; Labeling channels; To assign channel labels:
Chapter 5: Setting up your TV 26 To remove channel labels: 1無 Open the Channel Labeling window. 2無 Press or to select the channel for which you want to remove the label. 3無 Press pqtu to highlight No Label and press . 4無 Repeat steps 2 and 3 for other channels. 5無 To save your settings, highlight Do...
Page 27 - To delete the custom label:; Setting the HDMI; To set the HDMI audio mode:
Chapter 5: Setting up your TV 27 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 . 4無 Highlight Done and press to save changes, and go back to the Channel Labeling windo...
Page 28 - Viewing the digital signal meter; Setting the time zone; Reset Factory Defaults
Chapter 5: Setting up your TV 28 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 Highlight Installation and press . 3無 A new set of Installation menu icons wil...
Page 29 - To select the video input source to view:; If a REGZA-LINK device with HDMI; Chapter 6: Using the TV’s features; Labeling the video input sources; To label the video input sources:
29 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; orb) Repeatedly press pq on the remote control and then press to change the input; or c) Repeatedly press on the remote control o...
Page 30 - Input labeling example:; Tuning channels; Tuning channels using the; Favorites Browser; To set up the Channel Browser
Chapter 6: Using the TV’s features 30 Input labeling example: 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 howyou could label the inputs if you connected a Cable TV to VIDEO ,VCR to Colo...
Page 31 - To open the Channel Browser; Elements of the Channel Browser; History; To tune to a channel or input in Browse; Browse
Chapter 6: Using the TV’s features 31 To open the Channel Browser ™ : • Press t or u on the remote control. • Press t 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 t...
Page 32 - To tune to a channel or input in Select mode:; Adding and clearing channels and inputs; Adding channels and inputs to the History; Setting the Channel Tuning Mode; To set the Channel Tuning Mode:
Chapter 6: Using the TV’s features 32 To tune to a channel or input in Select mode: 1無 While watching TV, press t or u to open the Channel Browser ™ and surf back to a previous item or forward to the next item in the list.In Select mode, when you stop on an item in the Channel Browser ™ , it will be...
Page 33 - To tune to the next programmed channel:; Selecting the picture size; To select the picture size using the remote
Chapter 6: Using the TV’s features 33 Tuning to the next programmed channel To tune to the next programmed channel: Press or on the remote control or TV control panel. Note: This feature will not work unless you program channels into the TV’s channel memory ( page 24). Tuning to a specific channel...
Page 34 - To select the picture size using the menus:; Picture Size
Chapter 6: Using the TV’s features 34 To select the picture size using the menus: 1無 Select Picture Size in the Theater Settings menu. 2無 Press t or u to select the desired picture size setting. 3無 Highlight Done and press . Note: Some of the picture sizes may not be available depending on the recei...
Page 35 - Native; Scrolling the TheaterWide; To set the scroll settings:; Using the auto aspect ratio feature
Chapter 6: Using the TV’s features 35 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 scree...
Page 36 - To turn on the auto aspect ratio feature:; Using the FREEZE feature; To use the FREEZE feature:; Adjusting the picture; Selecting the picture mode; To select the picture mode using the menu
Chapter 6: Using the TV’s features 36 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, high...
Page 37 - Adjusting the picture quality; To adjust the picture quality:; Using the closed caption mode; Base closed captions; To view captions or text:; To turn off the closed caption mode:
Chapter 6: Using the TV’s features 37 Adjusting the picture quality You can adjust the picture quality (Contrast, Backlight, DynaLight ™ , Brightness, Color, Tint, and Sharpness) to your personal preferences. Selection Pressing t Pressing u Contrast lower higher Backlight* darker lighter DynaLight**...
Page 38 - Digital CC Settings; To customize the closed captions:; CC Selector; To select closed captions:; Adjusting the audio; Muting the sound; To use the digital audio selector:
Chapter 6: Using the TV’s features 38 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 Backg...
Page 39 - Selecting stereo/SAP broadcasts; To listen to stereo sound:; To listen to an alternate language on an; Adjusting the audio quality; To adjust the audio quality:; Selecting the optical audio output; To select the optical audio output format:
Chapter 6: Using the TV’s features 39 3無 Press p or q to select Audio , and then press t or u to select the desired service. 4無 Press . Selecting stereo/SAP broadcasts The multi-channel TV sound (MTS) feature allows you to output high-fidelity stereo sound. MTS also can transmit a second audio progr...
Page 40 - To use the Dolby Digital Dynamic Range; Using the Locks menu
Chapter 6: Using the TV’s features 40 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. To use the Dolby Digital Dynamic R...
Page 41 - Blocking TV programs and movies; 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 41 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 ...
Page 42 - Locking channels
Chapter 6: Using the TV’s features 42 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 43 - Unlocking programs temporarily; Using the input lock feature
Chapter 6: Using the TV’s features 43 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 44 - To unlock the control panel:; Using the PC settings feature; To adjust the PC settings:; Setting the PC Audio
Chapter 6: Using the TV’s features 44 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. To unlock the control panel: Select Off in step 5 above, or press and hold the VOLUME – button on the ...
Page 45 - Using the Media Player; Using the Media Player with USB; Photo Viewer specifications:; To select the Auto Start function
Chapter 6: Using the TV’s features 45 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.) Using the Me...
Page 46 - Viewing photo files; Single View; To set Interval Time and Repeat settings:; Quick Menu; To close the Photo Viewer; Playing music files
Chapter 6: Using the TV’s features 46 Viewing photo files There are three types of view modes. 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. 1無 Press pqtu to move the highlight in one window. If all of th...
Page 47 - During playback; To set the repeat mode:; Viewing photo files with playing; Music Player specifications:
Chapter 6: Using the TV’s features 47 During playback • Press to pause. • To resume normal playback, press . • To locate a specific file, press or repeatedly. • To adjust volume , press / Note : During playback, you can adjust the SOUND menu functions from the QUICK menu. To set the repeat mode: 1無 ...
Page 48 - To sort the folders and files; Setting the sleep timer; To set the sleep timer using the remote control:
Chapter 6: Using the TV’s features 48 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 p or q to select Sort . 3無 Press t or u to select Title , New or Old to set the...
Page 49 - playback device (DVD; Available remote control key functions:; Player Control menu; input source selection
Chapter 6: Using the TV’s features 49 Using REGZA-LINK ® 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 REGZA-LINK setup menu ( page 50) is set to ...
Page 50 - VOLUME and MUTE controls of Audio; To set the REGZA-LINK
Chapter 6: Using the TV’s features 50 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...
Page 51 - Displaying TV status information; To display TV status information using; To close the RECALL screen:; Understanding the auto power off
Chapter 6: Using the TV’s features 51 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” (...
Page 52 - 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:
52 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 the Picture menu, highlight Pic...
Page 53 - To set the Cinema Mode to Film:; Advanced Picture Settings; To change the CableClear settings:
Chapter 7: Using the TV’s advanced features 53 Selecting the cinema mode 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 . To set the...
Page 54 - Using MPEG noise reduction; To select the MPEG noise reduction level:; Using the Game Mode feature; To turn on Game Mode:; Using the advanced audio; Using the QSound; To adjust the QSound
Chapter 7: Using the TV’s advanced features 54 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 dis...
Page 55 - General troubleshooting; TV stops responding to controls; Chapter 8: Troubleshooting; PC
55 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 O...
Page 56 - For HDMI cables
Chapter 8: Troubleshooting 56 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 ar...
Page 57 - Specifications
57 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. Television System NTSC standardATSC standard ...
Page 58 - Acceptable signal formats for PC IN and HDMI terminals; PC IN signal formats
58 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. Form...
Page 60 - Limited Canadian Warranty; for; Limited One (1) Year Warranty on Parts and Labour
60 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 L...
Page 62 - How to Obtain Warranty Services
62 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 t...
