Page 2 - projection TV; Low Power; Installation Guide; This television is for use only with; Downloaded from
2 MX196 (E/F) Web 213:276 FCC Declaration of Conformity Compliance Statement (Part 15): The Toshiba 62MX196 and 72MX196 Televisions 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 ...
Page 3 - Trademark Information; “Voice announce” feature; • When the Quick Restart; OFF; and
3 MX196 (E/F) Web 213:276 Trademark Information • This product incorporates copyright protection technology that is protected by U.S. patents and other intellectual property rights. Use of this copyright protection technology must be authorized by Macrovision, and is intended for home and other limi...
Page 4 - Contents; Important notes about your DLP
MX196 (E/F) Web 213:276 4 Contents FCC Declaration of Conformity Compliance Statement (Part 15): . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 Important notes about your DLP ® projection TV . . . . . . . . . . . 2 Trademark Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ...
Page 6 - Chapter 1: Introduction; Welcome to Toshiba; The TV screen graphics in the Guides are for illustration; Features of your new TV; NOTICE OF POSSIBLE TV STAND INSTABILITY
6 MX196 (E/F) Web 213:276 Chapter 1: Introduction Welcome to Toshiba Thank you for purchasing this Toshiba TV, one of the most innovative DLP ® projection TVs on the market. This digital television is capable of receiving analog basic, digital basic, and digital premium cable television programming ...
Page 7 - After you plug in the TV power cord, the yellow LED
7 MX196 (E/F) Web 213:276 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 in the separate In...
Page 8 - TV front and side panel controls and connections; Side panel; Control panel
8 MX196 (E/F) Web 213:276 Chapter 1: Introduction TV front and side panel controls and connections LAMP POWER TIMER REC 1 2 3 4 5 6 8 7* 11 10 9 Side panel TV front Control panel 1 Remote sensor (behind the screen) — Point the remote control toward this area of the TV screen ( - “Remote control effe...
Page 9 - TV back panel connections
9 MX196 (E/F) Web 213:276 Chapter 1: Introduction TV back panel connections For an explanation of cable types and connections, see the Installation Guide . 1 2 3 4 6 7 5 1 VIDEO 1 IN — Composite video and analog audio inputs plus optional S-video inputs for connecting devices with composite video or...
Page 10 - HDMI 1 (and 2) IN share analog audio inputs with
10 MX196 (E/F) Web 213:276 Chapter 1: Introduction 12 10 11 9 8 8 HDMI ™ 1 IN and HDMI ™ 2 IN — Two High-Definition Multimedia Interface inputs receive digital audio and uncompressed digital video from an HDMI device or uncompressed digital video from a DVI device. Also see item 2. Note: HDMI 1 (and...
Page 11 - Chapter 2: Using the remote control; To install the remote control batteries:; Slide the battery cover off the back of the remote control.; Never throw batteries into a fire.; Remote control effective range
11 MX196 (E/F) Web 213:276 Chapter 2: Using the remote control Installing the remote control batteries To install the remote control batteries: 1 Slide the battery cover off the back of the remote control. 2 Install two “AA” size alkaline batteries. Match the + and – symbols on the batteries to the ...
Page 12 - Learning about the remote control; The error message “Not Available” may appear if you; BbC
12 MX196 (E/F) Web 213:276 Chapter 2: Using the remote control Learning about the remote control The buttons used for operating the TV only are described here. For a complete list of the remote control’s functions, see the remote control functional key chart ( - pages 14–15). For a list of the butto...
Page 14 - Remote Control functional key chart; CABLE
14 MX196 (E/F) Web 213:276 Chapter 2: Using the remote control Remote Control functional key chart REMOTE CONTROL KEY Toshiba TV (TV) CABLE SAT (satellite) VCR • DVD/VCR combo• DVD/DVD-R Receiver/AMP CD (AUDIO) PVR MODE SELECT Remote control device mode selection LIGHT Lights the remote key. *1 SLEE...
Page 15 - Not available for your TV.; B b
15 MX196 (E/F) Web 213:276 Chapter 2: Using the remote control Note: • “---” = key does not send a signal in that remote control mode. • “ s TV” = key will affect the TV, even though the remote control is in another mode. • * Not available for your TV. *1 Does not send IR signal. *2 Volume will affe...
Page 16 - DVD; The TV remote control is preprogrammed to operate; Device code setup; SAT; After programming the remote control, make sure; MODE SELECT
16 MX196 (E/F) Web 213:276 Chapter 2: Using the remote control Using the remote control to operate your other devices Your TV remote control has one dedicated TV mode and five programmable multi-brand modes: CABLE/SAT , DVD , VCR/PVR , AUX 1 , and AUX 2 . The default device modes and programmable de...
Page 17 - When a search cycle is completed, the mode select; To unlock the remote control’s volume keys:
17 MX196 (E/F) Web 213:276 Chapter 2: Using the remote control 5 To control the TV, press the TV MODE SELECT button. Note: • Although the TV remote control includes codes for many devices, it may not include codes for some or all of the features on certain devices you want to control. If you are una...
Page 18 - TVs
18 MX196 (E/F) Web 213:276 Chapter 2: Using the remote control Multi-brand remote control device codes TVs Cable boxes Satellite receivers DVD players Brand Code Toshiba 1524 Brand Code ABC 0003, 0008 Americast 0899 Bell South 0899 Clearmaster 0883 ClearMax 0883 Coolmax 0883 Digeo 1187 Director 0476...
Page 19 - VCRs
19 MX196 (E/F) Web 213:276 Chapter 2: Using the remote control VCRs JBL 0702 JSI 1423 JVC 0558, 0623, 0867, 1164 jWin 1049, 1051 Kawasaki 0790 Kenwood 0490, 0534 KLH 0717, 0790, 1020, 1149 Konka 0711 Koss 0651, 1423 Landel 0826 Lasonic 0798, 1173 Lecson 1533 Lenoxx 1127 LG 0591, 0741, 0801, 0869 Lit...
Page 20 - PVRs
20 MX196 (E/F) Web 213:276 Chapter 2: Using the remote control PVRs Cable/PVR Combos DBS/PVR Combos (1) DBS/PVR Combos (2) Mitsubishi 0043, 0061, 0067, 0075, 0173, 0807 Motorola 0035, 0048 MTC 0000, 0240 Multitech 0000, 0072 NEC 0038, 0040, 0041, 0067, 0104 Nikko 0037 Nikon 0034 Niveus Media 1972 No...
Page 21 - Audio Amps
21 MX196 (E/F) Web 213:276 Chapter 2: Using the remote control Audio Amps CD players Audio Amps/Tuners Brand Code Adcom 0577, 1100 Bose 0674 Carver 0892 Durabrand 1561 Elan 0647 GE 0078 Harman/Kardon 0892 JVC 0331 LeftCoast 0892 Lenoxx 1561 Luxman 0165 Marantz 0321, 0892 McIntosh 0251 Nakamichi 0321...
Page 22 - Chapter 3: Menu layout and navigation; Main menu layout; Icon
22 MX196 (E/F) Web 213:276 Chapter 3: Menu layout and navigation 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 Y on the remote control or TV control panel. Icon Item Option Picture Viewer S [...
Page 23 - Setup/Installation menu layout; Installation
23 MX196 (E/F) Web 213:276 Chapter 3: Menu layout and navigation Setup/Installation menu layout The Installation menu contains the Terrestrial, Network, TV Guide On Screen ™ Setup, Time and Date, and System Status menus (as described below).To open the Installation menu (illustrated below), press Y ...
Page 24 - THINC; Navigating the menu system; The menu backgrounds may sometimes appear black,
24 MX196 (E/F) Web 213:276 Chapter 3: Menu layout and navigation THINC ™ menu layout The THINC * menu provides access to the Picture Viewer , Audio Player , Channel Browser , Favorites Browser , and TV Guide On Screen . The THINC menu is not part of the main menu system. You can only view the THINC ...
Page 25 - Chapter 4: Setting up your TV; Selecting the menu language; To select the menu language:
25 MX196 (E/F) Web 213:276 Chapter 4: Setting up your TV Selecting the menu language You can choose from three different languages (English, French, and Spanish) for the on-screen display of menus and messages. Note: The TV Guide On Screen ™ menus are in English, regardless of the language selected ...
Page 26 - Programming channels automatically; To program channels automatically:
26 MX196 (E/F) Web 213:276 Chapter 4: Setting up your TV 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...
Page 27 - This action applies to the current antenna input only. To
27 MX196 (E/F) Web 213:276 Chapter 4: Setting up your TV Manually adding and deleting channels in the channel memory After automatically programming channels into the channel memory, you can manually add or delete individual channels. To add or delete channels in the channel memory: 1 Press Y and op...
Page 28 - Setting the time and date; To set the time and date:; Setting the ColorStream; To set the ColorStream HD audio mode:; Yes
28 MX196 (E/F) Web 213:276 Chapter 4: Setting up your TV Setting the time and date Note: If you already set up the TV Guide On Screen ™ system, the time and date were set automatically and you can skip this step. To set the time and date: 1 Press Y and open the Setup menu. 2 Highlight Installation a...
Page 29 - Setting the HDMI; To set the HDMI audio mode:; Viewing the CableCARD; To view the CableCARD
29 MX196 (E/F) Web 213:276 Chapter 4: Setting up your TV Setting the HDMI ™ audio mode To set the HDMI audio mode: 1 Press Y and open the Setup menu. 2 Highlight HDMI 1 Audio (or HDMI 2 Audio ) and press c . 3 Press b or B to select the HDMI audio mode ( Auto , Digital , or Analog ) and press T . ( ...
Page 30 - Setting the Quick Restart; To set the Quick Restart; Viewing the digital signal meter; To view the digital signal meter:; To return to normal viewing:; IMPORTANT NOTICE ABOUT HOT LAMP RESTART; When the Quick Restart; This is a property of DLP
30 MX196 (E/F) Web 213:276 Chapter 4: Setting up your TV Setting the Quick Restart ™ feature With the Quick Restart ™ feature set to On , the TV will stay in Standby mode for several minutes after the TV is turned off (see Note below).If the TV is turned on from Standby mode, the full picture appear...
Page 31 - Viewing the system status; To view the system status:; Reset Factory Defaults; To cancel the reset:; If you previously set the TV to
31 MX196 (E/F) Web 213:276 Chapter 4: Setting up your TV Viewing the system status To view the system status: 1 Press Y and open the Setup menu. 2 Highlight Installation and press T . 3 A new set of Installation menu icons will appear, as shown below right. Open the System Status menu, highlight Sys...
Page 32 - Chapter 5: Using the TV’s features; To select the video input source to view:; Bb; “Labeling the video input sources” at right).; Labeling the video input sources; default label; To label the video input sources:
32 MX196 (E/F) Web 213:276 Chapter 5: Using the TV’s features Selecting the video input source to view The video inputs available to view will be determined by the input terminals you used to connect your devices (see the Installation Guide ). To select the video input source to view: 1 Press + on t...
Page 33 - Input labeling example:; Tuning channels; Favorite Browser; Additions are added to the beginning of the Favorite list; Picture Preview
33 MX196 (E/F) Web 213:276 Chapter 5: Using the TV’s features 5 To save the new input labels, highlight Done and press T . To revert to the factory default labels, highlight Reset and press T . Input labeling example: The screen below left shows the default Input Selection screen (with none of the i...
Page 34 - To set up the Channel Browser; To open the Channel Browser; Elements of the Channel Browser; To toggle among the available lists:; History List; To tune to a channel or input in Browse mode:
34 MX196 (E/F) Web 213:276 Chapter 5: Using the TV’s features To set up the Channel Browser ™ : 1 Press Y and open the Preferences menu. 2 Highlight Channel Browser Setup and press T . 3 Press B to highlight Navigation , and then press C or c to select either Browse Mode or Select Mode . 4 Press b t...
Page 35 - Select; Tuning to the next programmed channel
35 MX196 (E/F) Web 213:276 Chapter 5: Using the TV’s features To tune to a channel or input in Select mode: 1 While watching TV, press 3 C or # c 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 Cha...
Page 36 - If you press; To memorize a channel in the
36 MX196 (E/F) Web 213:276 Chapter 5: Using the TV’s features Switching between two channels using Channel Return The Channel Return feature allows you to switch between two channels without entering an actual channel number each time. 1 Select the first channel you want to view. 2 Select a second c...
Page 37 - Selecting the picture size; To select the picture size using the remote control:; Natural picture size
37 MX196 (E/F) Web 213:276 Chapter 5: Using the TV’s features Selecting the picture size You can view many program formats in a variety of picture sizes— Natural , TheaterWide 1 , TheaterWide 2 , TheaterWide 3 , and Full . Note: The “picture size” illustrations are examples only. The format of the i...
Page 38 - Scrolling the TheaterWide; To set the scroll settings:
38 MX196 (E/F) Web 213:276 Chapter 5: Using the TV’s features TheaterWide 3 picture size (for letter box programs with subtitles) • The picture is stretched wider to fill the width of the screen, but only slightly stretched taller. • The top and bottom edges are hidden. To view the hidden areas (suc...
Page 39 - Using the auto aspect ratio feature; The auto aspect ratio feature is not applicable to; To turn on the auto aspect ratio feature:
39 MX196 (E/F) Web 213:276 Chapter 5: Using the TV’s features Using the auto aspect ratio feature When the auto aspect ratio feature is set to On , the TV will automatically select the picture size when one of the following input sources is received: • A 480i signal from the VIDEO 1 , VIDEO 2 , Colo...
Page 40 - Using the POP features; Using the POP double-window feature; To display a program in the POP window:; ColorStream; Left window
40 MX196 (E/F) Web 213:276 Chapter 5: Using the TV’s features Using the POP features Using the POP double-window feature The POP (picture-out-picture) double-window feature splits the screen into two windows so you can watch two programs at the same time. To display a program in the POP window: 1 Pr...
Page 41 - Selecting the POP window audio out; VARIABLE AUDIO OUT; POP double-window aspect ratio; The auto aspect ratio feature (; Using the FREEZE feature; To use the FREEZE feature:; “Not available from current video mode” will appear.
41 MX196 (E/F) Web 213:276 Chapter 5: Using the TV’s features Selecting the POP window audio out While the POP double-window is open, press C or c to select which audio (left or right POP window) to be output from the TV speakers (and also from the VARIABLE AUDIO OUT and A/V AUDIO OUT terminals). Th...
Page 42 - Adjusting the picture; Selecting the picture mode; To select the picture mode:; in the; Adjusting the picture quality; To adjust the picture quality:; Selection
42 MX196 (E/F) Web 213:276 Chapter 5: Using the TV’s features Adjusting the picture Selecting the picture mode You can select your desired picture settings from four different modes, as described below. To select the picture mode: 1 Press Y and open the Video menu. 2 Highlight Picture Settings and p...
Page 43 - Using the closed caption mode; To view captions or text:; To turn off the Closed Caption mode:; To customize the closed captions:
43 MX196 (E/F) Web 213:276 Chapter 5: Using the TV’s features Using the closed caption mode The closed caption mode has two options: • Captions—An on-screen display of the dialogue, narration, and sound effects of TV programs and videos that are closed captioned (usually marked “CC” in program guide...
Page 44 - Digital closed captions; Adjusting the audio; Muting the sound
44 MX196 (E/F) Web 213:276 Chapter 5: Using the TV’s features Digital closed captions You can use the Digital CC/Audio Selector to select digital closed caption services (if available), which will temporarily override regular closed captions on digital channels (only). When such services are not ava...
Page 45 - Selecting stereo/SAP broadcasts; To listen to stereo sound:; Stereo; Adjusting the audio quality; To adjust the audio quality:
45 MX196 (E/F) Web 213:276 Chapter 5: Using the TV’s features 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 program (SAP) containing a second language, music, or other audio information (...
Page 46 - Using the StableSound; To turn on the StableSound; The RESET function returns your audio adjustments; To turn off the StableSound feature:; Turning off the built-in speakers; Selecting the optical audio output format; To select the optical audio output format:
46 MX196 (E/F) Web 213:276 Chapter 5: Using the TV’s features Using the StableSound ® feature The StableSound ® feature limits the highest volume level to prevent extreme changes in volume when the signal source changes (for example, to prevent the sudden increase in volume that often happens when a...
Page 47 - Using the Locks menu; Entering the PIN code
47 MX196 (E/F) Web 213:276 Chapter 5: Using the TV’s features Using the Locks menu The Locks menu includes the Enable Rating Blocking, Edit Rating Limits, Channels Block, Input Lock, Front (control) Panel Lock, and New PIN Code features. You can use these features after entering the correct PIN code...
Page 48 - To block and unblock TV programs and movies:; Alt RS
48 MX196 (E/F) Web 213:276 Chapter 5: Using the TV’s features 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 pr...
Page 49 - ‘None’ Rated; Blocking channels; To unblock individual channels:; To block all channels at once:; Independent rating system for broadcasters
49 MX196 (E/F) Web 213:276 Chapter 5: Using the TV’s features Note: • If you place an “ 5 ” in the box next to “ ‘None’ Rated ,” programs rated “ None ” will be blocked; however, programs that do not provide any rating information will not be blocked. • To display the rating of the program you are w...
Page 50 - To unblock all blocked channels at once:; Unlocking programs temporarily; To temporarily unlock the program:; Using the input lock feature; This program exceeds the rating limit you set.
50 MX196 (E/F) Web 213:276 Chapter 5: Using the TV’s features To unblock all blocked channels at once: Highlight Allow All in step 6 on the previous page, and then highlight Done and press T . Unlocking programs temporarily If you try to tune the TV to a program that exceeds the rating limits you se...
Page 51 - Using the GameTimer; To set the GameTimer; Using the control panel lock feature; To lock the control panel:
51 MX196 (E/F) Web 213:276 Chapter 5: Using the TV’s features Using the GameTimer ™ You can use the GameTimer to set a time limit for playing a video game (30–120 minutes). When the GameTimer is activated, the TV enters Input Lock mode and locks out the input source for the video game device. To set...
Page 52 - Setting the sleep timer; To set the sleep timer using the remote control:; You also can view the remaining sleep time by pressing; To cancel the sleep timer:; Setting the On/Off Timer; You must first set the time (
52 MX196 (E/F) Web 213:276 Chapter 5: Using the TV’s features Setting the sleep timer You can set the sleep timer to turn off the TV after a set length of time (maximum of 180 minutes). To set the sleep timer using the remote control: Press [ on the remote control to set the length of time until the...
Page 53 - Using the PC settings feature; To adjust the PC settings:; If a PC is not connected, this feature will be grayed
53 MX196 (E/F) Web 213:276 Chapter 5: Using the TV’s features Using the PC settings feature You can view the image from a PC on the TV screen. The PC must be connected to the TV’s PC IN terminals ( - Installation Guide ). The PC Settings feature allows you to make any necessary adjustments to the im...
Page 54 - To display TV status information:; VIDEO 1; To close the RECALL screen:; You should unplug the TV’s power cord if it is possible; Sample RECALL screen
54 MX196 (E/F) Web 213:276 Chapter 5: Using the TV’s features Displaying TV status information using RECALL To display TV status information: Press E on the remote control. The following information will display (if applicable): • Current input ( ANT 1 , ANT 2 , VIDEO 1 , etc.) • If ANT 1 or ANT 2 i...
Page 55 - Chapter 6: Using the TV’s advanced features; Using dynamic contrast; To select dynamic contrast preferences:; Using CableClear; To change the CableClear settings:
55 MX196 (E/F) Web 213:276 Chapter 6: Using the TV’s advanced features Using the advanced picture settings features Using dynamic contrast When dynamic contrast is set to Low , Middle or High , the TV will detect changes in the picture quality that affect the appearance of your contrast settings and...
Page 56 - Using MPEG noise reduction; To select the MPEG noise reduction level:; Selecting the color temperature; To select the color temperature:; If you select one of the factory-set picture modes
56 MX196 (E/F) Web 213:276 Chapter 6: Using the TV’s advanced features 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 ...
Page 57 - Selecting the lamp mode; To select the lamp mode:; Using the Vertical Edge Enhancer feature; To turn on the Vertical Edge Enhancer feature:
57 MX196 (E/F) Web 213:276 Chapter 6: Using the TV’s advanced features Selecting the lamp mode You can select either the High Bright or Low Power lamp mode.The High Bright mode is useful when additional picture brightness is desired (such as in a bright room). To select the lamp mode: 1 Press Y and ...
Page 58 - Using the Color Management feature; To adjust the Color Management settings:; Using the Game Mode feature; To turn on Game Mode:
58 MX196 (E/F) Web 213:276 Chapter 6: Using the TV’s advanced features Using the Color Management feature The Color management feature allows you to adjust the hue, saturation, and brightness of six colors: red , green , blue , yellow , magenta , and cyan . To adjust the Color Management settings: 1...
Page 59 - Using the SRS WOW; To adjust the WOW; If the broadcast is monaural, the SRS 3D effect; Virtual/SRS TruSurround; The
59 MX196 (E/F) Web 213:276 Chapter 6: Using the TV’s advanced features Using the advanced audio settings features Using the SRS WOW ™ surround sound feature SRS WOW ™ is a special combination of SRS Labs audio technologies (SRS 3D, SRS Focus, and SRS TruBass) that creates a thrilling surround sound ...
Page 60 - Requires a home network; If you do not have Internet service, you will not be; B. Setting up the network address; To set up the network address:
60 MX196 (E/F) Web 213:276 Chapter 7: Using the THINC ™ home network feature The Toshiba Home Interactive Network Connection ( THINC ™ ) feature allows you to connect the TV to your home network, which will enable access to file sharing and e-mail scheduling features. File sharing You can access JPE...
Page 61 - Manually setting up the network address
61 MX196 (E/F) Web 213:276 Chapter 7: Using the THINC ™ home network feature 4 Highlight Basic Network Setup and press T . 5 The message “Obtain network address automatically?” will display. Highlight Yes and press T . 6 The message “Please wait…” will display while the TV is attempting to load the ...
Page 62 - Go to section C, “Setting up file sharing on your PC.”; Resetting the network address; C. Setting up file sharing on your PC; Compatible operating systems; See setup details below; See “Media specifications” (; Windows; Properties
62 MX196 (E/F) Web 213:276 Chapter 7: Using the THINC ™ home network feature 6 The Basic Network Setup menu appears. Press B or b to highlight the IP Address field, and then use the Number buttons on the remote control to input the IP address. 7 Press b to highlight the Subnet Mask field, and then u...
Page 63 - “Sharing”
63 MX196 (E/F) Web 213:276 Chapter 7: Using the THINC ™ home network feature 2 If the “Sharing” tab on your PC does not have a “Permissions” button, follow step 2.1 below.If the “Sharing” tab on your PC has a “Permissions” button, follow step 2.2 below. 2.1 Go to section D, “Setting up file sharing ...
Page 64 - In the Properties window for the selected folder:
64 MX196 (E/F) Web 213:276 Chapter 7: Using the THINC ™ home network feature Setting up file sharing on a PC with Microsoft ® Windows ® 2000 1 On your PC: 2 In the Properties window for the selected folder: 3 In the Permissions window for the selected folder: 4 In the Properties window: 5 The shared...
Page 65 - D. Setting up file sharing on the TV; User Name; About the Software Upgrade feature; USING THE ON-SCREEN KEYBOARD; Shift
65 MX196 (E/F) Web 213:276 Chapter 7: Using the THINC ™ home network feature D. Setting up file sharing on the TV 1 Press Y and open the Setup menu. 2 Highlight Installation and press T . The Installation menu will appear.Open the Network menu. 3 Highlight Home File Server Setup and press T . The Ho...
Page 66 - Picture Viewer; Media specifications; File/folder name specifications; Picture Viewer/JPEG file specifications; JPEG files larger than 8 MB will not display.; Audio Player/MP3 file specifications; MP3 files larger than 50 MB will not play.
66 MX196 (E/F) Web 213:276 Chapter 7: Using the THINC ™ home network feature E. Viewing/playing shared files on the TV You can use the Picture Viewer to view compatible JPEG- format photos on the TV.You can use the Audio Player to play compatible MP3 files on the TV.The TV can access JPEG and/or MP3...
Page 67 - Networked PC specifications; Maximum number of files per shared folder:; Using the Picture Viewer; Accessing JPEG files stored on a networked PC
67 MX196 (E/F) Web 213:276 Chapter 7: Using the THINC ™ home network feature Networked PC specifications Maximum number of files per shared folder: – JPEG = 1,000 • All JPEG files over the 1,000th in a shared folder will not display. – MP3 = 200 • All MP3 files over the 200th in a shared folder will...
Page 68 - Viewing JPEG files on the TV; During the slide show:; To view your JPEG files in Native Resolution mode:
68 MX196 (E/F) Web 213:276 Chapter 7: Using the THINC ™ home network feature Viewing JPEG files on the TV 1 After accessing your JPEG files from your networked PC ( - page 67), the images automatically display on-screen, with one as a large picture and six in thumbnail format. 2 Press C to rotate th...
Page 69 - Using the Audio Player; Playing MP3 files stored on a networked PC; You can use; To adjust or mute the volume:; To close the Audio Player:
69 MX196 (E/F) Web 213:276 Chapter 7: Using the THINC ™ home network feature Using the Audio Player You can use the TV’s Audio Player to listen to MP3 files on the TV. Note: • Make all desired adjustments to the TV’s audio features (e.g., surround, bass, treble, balance) before starting the Audio Pl...
Page 70 - “Setting the; Required information and services; The e-mail address assigned to the TV must be a; Setting up e-mail scheduling
70 MX196 (E/F) Web 213:276 Chapter 7: Using the THINC ™ home network feature F. Setting up e-mail scheduling You can remotely schedule and delete recordings and reminders by sending an e-mail to the TV from any PC. Note: • If you have not already done so, follow the instructions in sections A and B ...
Page 71 - Depending on your configuration, the e-mail test; IMPORTANT NOTE; See the separate; for details on setting up the
71 MX196 (E/F) Web 213:276 Chapter 7: Using the THINC ™ home network feature 6 When you are finished entering all characters for the selected field, highlight Done and press T . 7 Highlight Test and press T to test the e-mail setup. During testing, the TV will display the message “Testing E-mail.” N...
Page 72 - Setting up SMTP authentication; To set up SMTP authentication:; Advanced; There are several techniques used for SMTP
72 MX196 (E/F) Web 213:276 Chapter 7: Using the THINC ™ home network feature Setting up SMTP authentication If your e-mail provider does not allow unknown e-mail clients to send e-mail through them (requires authentication), or uses port numbers different from the default, you will need to fill out ...
Page 73 - “TESTING E-MAIL” ERROR CODES; Code
73 MX196 (E/F) Web 213:276 Chapter 7: Using the THINC ™ home network feature “TESTING E-MAIL” ERROR CODES Code Description Solutions –1 The TV was able to connect to the e-mail server(s) but could not log on. • If you receive the message “Error Sending Mail (–1),” the TV may not have received the te...
Page 74 - The ID is case sensitive.; recommended
74 MX196 (E/F) Web 213:276 Chapter 7: Using the THINC ™ home network feature Description of fields in the “E-mail Scheduling Setup” window For instructions on entering data in these fields, see step 5 under “Setting up e-mail scheduling” ( - page 70). “E-mail Scheduling” field You can select On or O...
Page 75 - Security settings; Results of various setting combinations when the “; Level of security; Recommended; Medium; Not; any
75 MX196 (E/F) Web 213:276 Chapter 7: Using the THINC ™ home network feature Security settings ( Results of various setting combinations when the “ E-mail Scheduling ” field is set to ON in the “ E-mail Scheduling Setup ” window ) * The “ High ” settings are the default settings. To help prevent the...
Page 76 - GET; Some e-mail clients automatically insert e-mail; All e-mails sent to the TV will be deleted eventually.; Sending a request e-mail to the TV
76 MX196 (E/F) Web 213:276 Chapter 7: Using the THINC ™ home network feature G. Using e-mail scheduling You can use the e-mail scheduling feature to schedule and delete recordings and reminders by sending a “request e-mail” to the TV’s e-mail address from any PC.The four commands the TV will accept ...
Page 77 - Formatting a request e-mail; Recognized tags; in the following order:; Tag and data formats; Sample request e-mails; in this; Tag formats
77 MX196 (E/F) Web 213:276 Chapter 7: Using the THINC ™ home network feature Formatting a request e-mail Recognized tags When you send an ADD , DELETE , GET , or HELP request e-mail to the TV, the TV will recognize only the tags listed below. These tags (and their accompanying data) must be listed i...
Page 78 - DELETE request e-mail; (not required if you set the “ID Required” field to; Receiving an e-mail from the TV; If the request e-mail was not successful,
78 MX196 (E/F) Web 213:276 Chapter 7: Using the THINC ™ home network feature DELETE request e-mail The DELETE request allows you to cancel a scheduled recording or reminder.The required tags for a DELETE request e-mail are ( in this order ): • ID [your ID*] (not required if you set the “ID Required”...
Page 79 - Chapter 8: Troubleshooting; General troubleshooting
79 MX196 (E/F) Web 213:276 Chapter 8: Troubleshooting 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 ...
Page 80 - Sound problems; Remote control problems
80 MX196 (E/F) Web 213:276 Chapter 8: Troubleshooting Picture brightness changes soon after turning on TV • If you set the lamp mode to Low Power , each time you turn on the TV, the lamp will start out in High Bright mode but will switch to Low Power mode after a short period of time. You may notice...
Page 81 - Recording problems; Picture Viewer problems; Home network troubleshooting; Basic network setup problems; Install Guide
81 MX196 (E/F) Web 213:276 Chapter 8: Troubleshooting Recording problems • If you use the TV’s remote control to start recording, you will not be able to change inputs ( - page 32) or open the POP window ( - page 40). If you attempt to do so, the message “Not Available While Recording” will appear o...
Page 82 - Home server setup problems; E-mail scheduling problems; See Chapter 7 in this manual.; Responses from the TV can often be delayed a few; See “Setting the time and date” on page 28.
82 MX196 (E/F) Web 213:276 Chapter 8: Troubleshooting Automatic setup fails • The Ethernet cables are not connected properly or at all. Connect all cables( - Installation Guide ). • The DHCP service is not enabled on the router, or no router is present. Refer to your router’s documentation for instr...
Page 83 - LED indications; “Home Entertainment,” and then click “Support.”; LED Indication; See “Setting the Quick Restart; Blue blinks quickly.; Recording in progress.; TV Front
83 MX196 (E/F) Web 213:276 Chapter 8: Troubleshooting LED indications The yellow, blue, and red/green LED lights on the TV (at the bottom center of the TV) indicate the TV’s status, as described below. Note: If the TV loses A/C power (e.g., a power outage occurs or the power cord is unplugged), when...
Page 84 - Lamp unit replacement and care; The lamp is warranted only for the periods and to the; If you use the lamp beyond its service life:; When to replace the lamp unit; You should replace the lamp unit:; TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC; REFER ALL SERVICING NOT; In Canada
84 MX196 (E/F) Web 213:276 Chapter 9: Appendix Lamp unit replacement and care Replacing the lamp unit(User-replaceable component) The light source for this TV is a mercury lamp with internal atmospheric pressure that increases during use. The lamp has a limited service life that varies depending on ...
Page 85 - How to replace the lamp unit; Manual screwdrivers (Phillips and slotted); Allow the lamp to cool for at least one (1) hour; “Disposing of the used lamp unit” on page 86).; NEVER REMOVE TV COVERS, EXCEPT AS; Never defeat its purpose or attempt
85 MX196 (E/F) Web 213:276 Chapter 9: Appendix How to replace the lamp unit Required tools: • Manual screwdrivers (Phillips and slotted) • Soft, lint-free gloves • Optional tool: 5/16" nut driver 1 Turn off the TV and unplug the power cord. 2 STOP! Allow the lamp to cool for at least one (1) hou...
Page 86 - Disposing of the used lamp unit; Place the used lamp unit in the empty box from the new unit.; CLEANING THE LAMP UNIT GLASS; Make sure the lamp unit and screws are; CAUTION; NEVER; Make sure the lamp unit door is installed
86 MX196 (E/F) Web 213:276 Chapter 9: Appendix Note: • Never subject the lamp unit to excessive shock. • Never touch the lamp unit glass or otherwise get it dirty. Doing so may affect the image quality and reduce the service life of the lamp. See “Cleaning the lamp unit glass” below. 7 Using a manua...
Page 87 - Specifications; 5 W in standby mode (without a CableCARD; Optical type
87 MX196 (E/F) Web 213:276 Chapter 9: Appendix 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. T...
Page 88 - Limited United States Warranty; for DLP
88 MX196 (E/F) Web 213:276 Chapter 9: Appendix Limited United States Warranty for DLP ® Television Models Toshiba America Consumer Products, L.L.C. (“TACP”) makes the following limited warranties to original consumers in the United States. THESE LIMITED WARRANTIES EXTEND TO THE ORIGINAL CONSUMER PUR...
Page 89 - Limited Canada Warranty
89 MX196 (E/F) Web 213:276 Chapter 9: Appendix Limited Canada Warranty for DLP ® Television Models Toshiba of Canada Limited (“TCL”) makes the following limited warranties to original consumers in Canada. THESE LIMITED WARRANTIES EXTEND TO THE ORIGINAL CONSUMER PURCHASER OR ANY PERSON RECEIVING THIS...
Page 91 - Index; U u
MX196 (E/F) Web 213:276 91 Index A Account .......................................... 70 Antenna input configuration ............ 25 Audio player ................................... 69 Audio quality adjustments ............... 45 Auto aspect .................................... 39 Auto power off ......
Page 92 - Notes
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Page 96 - PRINTED IN USA
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