Toshiba 2539DB, 2939DB, 3339DB Owner Manual

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TOSHIBA
Nicam
Digital Stereo
Colour Television
with
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fastext
and
DOLBY SURROUND
PRO
LOGIC
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2539DB
2939~~
3339DB
OWNER'S
MANUAL
TOSHIBA
You have bought a superb new colour television from ~oshiba -one of the world's leading manufacturers of quality home entertainment products.
If you follow the instructions in this booklet, your TV will give you many years' trouble-free enjoyment. Please read the instructions carefully before you begin using your TV and, keep the booklet handy for future reference.
This set includes many of the latest features to bring you great pictures and sound. Do take time to read all about them to help you get the very best from your TV.
And don't forget that Toshiba also makes a range of award winning video recorders with design and features which perfectlv complement our
The
Toshiba Corporation
TVs.
Founded in
Toshiba has made more TV tubes than any other manufacturer in the world and was the first to introduce the Flatter, Squarer Tube
And in the sound field, Toshiba were the first manufacturer to offer televisions with built-in Dolby Surround Processors. Dolby Surround is the system which uses additional rear speakers to create a cinema-like experience allowing you to enjoy the film as the Director had originally intended.
As well as its market-leading home entertainment products, the company has an amazing range of other business interest's, from communications satellites to hydro-electric power plants. Toshiba equipment helps power Japan's legendary Bullet Train and the company's medical division makes body scanners and other vital life-saving equipment.
Nearly half the world's equipment) are made by Toshiba and the company's portable lap-top computers are the world's number one best sellers.
It's this breadth of experience which helps keep Toshiba in the lead, and gives it's products the edge in technical excellence, design and reliability.
Bassltreble controls:
BEAB: Dolby Pro Logic Surround:
Euro Connector: Fastext:
FST: Nicam:
PAL: Programme Position:
Scart Socket:
Size of Screen: Stand-by:
Text:
1875,
the Toshiba Corporation is now the world's seventh largest manufacturer of electronic and electrical goods.
(FST). FST technology, which gives sharper pictures and improved colour, has now become
1
mega-bit DRAM chips (the micro-chips which supply the brain power of most computerised
Glossary
of
Terms:
As in a Hi-Fi system, the bass and treble levels can be altered to match personal taste via tht
handset.
British Electrotechnical Approvals Board.
Dolby Pro Logic Surround is the domestic version of Dolby Stereo -the unique recording
system which adds depth and sensitivity to films in the cinema by surrounding the audience
with sound. See Scart Socket. An improved text system providing easier and faster access to text pages via colour-coded
keys on the remote control. Flatter, Squarer Tube.
Nearly Instantaneous Companded Audio Multiplex. A digital transmission system which gives near CD sound clarity on both stereo and mono
soundtracks when received by a Nicam TV or Nicam Video recorder.
U.K.
Phase Alternating Line. The numbered button assigned to a particular station or channel on the remote control.
100
Programme Positions are available on this television set. A standard 21-pin socket which allows direct quality. For example, for direct connection from Video recorder or Satellite receiver (also known as Euro Connector) Screen sizes are measured diagonally across the screen and quoted in centimetres. Switches the set to 'Rest' mode to save power over short periods of time. Direct page entry for normal teletext information.
broadcast standard.
audio/visual connection - providing higher
the
standard TV format.
Optimum reception of colour and text requires a good signal and will generally mean that a loft or outdoor aerial must be used. The exact type and siting will depend upon your particular area and your local Toshiba dealer will be best to advise.
GETTING STARTED
Introduction (Contents) Page 3 Installation Your remote control (Operation and batteries) Page
Tuning-in (Switching on and tuning in) Pages
(
Installation, Positioning and connecting your TV) Page 4
5
617
BASIC OPERATION
Watching TV programmes (Volume, changing programme positions) Page 8 Selectable (Picture adjustment using the remote control) Page 9 Selectable tone (Sound adjustment using the remote control) Page 10
SPECIAL SOUND FEATURES
Stereo or bilingual broadcasts (Stereo mode) Page 11 Sound effects selection Page 12 Digital Surround processor Page 13 Dolby Pro Logic Surround Pages 14/15 Dolby Surround level settings Page 16
ADDITIONAL FEATURES
Menus (Timer, Noise reduction, Blue Back and External AV input Menus (Tuning, Channel Skip, Manual Fine Tune) Page 18 Menus (Teletext, Picture Height, Width and Shift) Page 19 16:9 Page 20 Super woofer, Time Display Page 21
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VIEWING TEXT
The text buttons on the remote control Page 22 Text (Fastext) Page 23
Normal text (List mode) Page 24
OTHER
TV Front Connections Page 25
TV
Back Connections Page 26 Connections (Connections, Mono selection) Page 27 Connecting a Satellite Receiver and Video Recorder Specifications For your guidance (Safety tips
The mains supply required for this equipment is 220v to 240v 50Hz. Never connect to a DC supply or any other power source.
DO NOT
is too short to reach a power point, then obtain an appropriate safety approved extension lead or adaptor or consult your dealer. If nonetheless the mains plug is cut off, remove the fuse and dispose of the plug immediately, to avoid a possible shock hazard by inadvertent connection to the mains supply. If this product is not provided with a mains plug, or one has to be fitted, then follow the instruction given below:
IMPORTANT. DO NOT make any connection to the larger terminal which is marked with the letter or coloured green or green-and-yellow. The wires in the mains lead on this product are coloured in accordance with the following code:
As these colours may not correspond with the coloured markings identifying the terminals in your plug proceed as follows: The wire which is coloured blue must be connected to the terminal which is marked with the letter N or coloured black. The wire which is coloured brown must be connected to the terminal which is marked with the letter L or coloured red. When replacing the fuse only a correctly rated approved type should be used and be sure to re-fit the fuse cover. The fuse fitted in
this plug is
cut off the mains plug from this equipment. If the plug fitted is not suitable for the power points in your home or the cable
5A
and is approved by ASTA or BSI to BS1362.
&
Accessories Page 30
&
Simple problem solving)
BLUE: NEUTRAL BROWN: LIVE
IF
IN DOUBT - CONSULT A COMPETENT ELECTRICIAN.
Pages 28/29 Page 31
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or by the safety earth symbol
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GETTING
Installation
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STARTED
The following describes the initial set-up procedure in order to operate all of the features of your Always use the Scart lead provided to connect your video recorder, if it has a Scart socket. For connecting additional equipment see pages 25/26.
Locate the television where direct sunlight does not impair the picture, soft and indirect lighting is recommended for comfortable viewing.
Leave enough space around the television to allow adequate ventilation and sound response.
Avoid excessively warm locations to prevent possible damage to the cabinet or components.
Do not expose to excessive moisture or humid conditions.
Centre and Surround speakers
These speakers are essential to get Surround effects from your TV. The centre speaker is detachable from the stand, if required, and should be placed below the and behind the normal seating area as shown. See separate fixing instruction sheet for mounting and connecting of rear speakers. The optimum mounting height being 1.5 metres from the floor, alternatively these speakers can stand on the floor.
Note: The wire with the white trace must go to the positive Always make sure that there are no 'short circuits' on the speaker connections.
TV
screen. The rear speakers should ideally be placed above
(RED)
terminal.
TV.
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Centre
Speaker Connections
GETTING STARTED
Your remote control
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The illustration below is designed to show the areas of the remote control
Individual buttons are described in the text.
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Sound Mute
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Nicam Stereo/Bilingual
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Picture and Sound Controls
9,
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Video Recorder Buttons
10, 12, 13, 14,15,
16,21
Menu Selection
Pages
you may use these to
Video Recorder
Effective Range of
the Remote Control
16,17,
18,19
Stand-by Page
8
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TXT
Teletext
Pages
22,23,24
Coloured Prompts
23,24
Pages
Keypad Number Buttons
Input Selection Button Page 26
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Carefully slide back the lower portion of the remote control to reveal the battery compartment (located
on the rear). When fitting new batteries take care to observe the correct polarities. All Toshi ba batteries are Cadmium and Mercury free. Suitable battery types are: R03, AAA, or SUM-4,
Caution:
DO NOT DO NOT
throw your batteries into a fire. Dispose of your batteries in a designated disposal area. combine a used old battery with a new one.
DO NOT
mix battery types.
STARTED
Due to the complicated map of TV transmitters we are unable to pre-tune your TV. The following simple steps
will take you through the process, enabling you to allocate any TV station to any programme position.
All the displays associated with tuning-in your TV will
remain on screen for them back simply press the associated function button Once you have completed a step, you can cancel any display by pressing the
6
seconds (approx). To bring
CALL
button.
On Timer
indicator'
Power on light Remote Eye
//
0nloff switch
Press the
1
to turn on the TV. The Power-On red light
will glow.
Press button 1 on the
2
remote control.
Pull down the lower part
3
of the remote control just enough to reveal the additional panel of buttons.
Press the MENU button repeatedly until you see the adjacent display
onloff switch
>>>
[-I
DOWN
Pull to open
Do not worry simply pressing the
if
the display disappears,
MENU
button again
recalls the display.
Note for engineers: This TV has direct channel,entry if the channel numbers are known. Select the screen in step enter the appropriate channel number using
the remote control. The channel is
memorised when the display disappears.
1
on page
7,
then
GETTING STARTED
1
Tuning-in
If the display has disappeared, simply press the
MENU
2
button once to bring it back.
Note:
The highlighted function is activated.
With the adjacent display showing, press
the
m
button so that
the
>>>
indicator is in
red.
Press the or button to start the automatic search. The CH number will change as the TV searches through the available frequencies. When a station is found,
it
will be displayed along
with the station name.
(m)
l
>>>
[-I
DOWN
[+l
UP
F]
[-I
DOWN
m
Note:
To tune your television to receive from a satellite receiver or video recorder, connected via the aerial lead, refer to page
27.
If this is BBC allow the display to disappear and the
station is memorised. If this is not BBC
simply repeat steps and 2 until the station is found.
For BBC
2
on the remote control and repeat steps and
3.
Repeat the procedure
for all the remaining stations you wish to tune in.
Tuning-in
1,
simply
1
2
press button
1,2
is
now complete.
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BASIC
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Watching
Having tuned your set, close the lower portion of the remote control. Whilst all the necessary adjustments and controls for your new TV are made using the remote control, you can alter the volume programme position open, simply press the centre of the panel.
these buttons.
OPERATION
(see page
W
using the
25)
programmes
d
A
or V buttons located under the flap on the front of the TV set. To
Note: The set must be fully tuned-in to enable you to use
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To alter the volume
To raise or lower the
1
volume press the
m
or buttons.
The display will show
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To change programme position
the changes.
Alternatively:
The sound can
2
muted simply by pressing the button. 'Press again to restore.
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ON
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To select a programme position press one of the numbered buttons.
and
,
WM~OL;
SG~EEM
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Standby Button 6:
This allows you to put the set into
mode when leaving the TV unattended for short periods of time, or when using the TIMER' (see page 17). To return to TV mode press the buttons on the remote control.
0
button, or any of the numbered
standby
'ON
The programme position will be displayed in the top right corner of the screen.
Alternatively:
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2
You can change the
programme position by using the button to
increase the programme
~osition bv one or the
(
to reduce the
programme position by
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1
one.
1
For programme positions below 9, press the
button to select
the desired programme
position number using the numbered buttons on the remote control.
L
For programme positions
above 9, press the
button to select the desired
programme position
number
NOTE: To identify the current programme
position press the CALL button. Press again to cancel the display.
2
(10-99).
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digit
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Enter
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BASIC OPERATION
1
Selectable picture
Selectable picture allows you to change the contrast at the touch of a button.
To select the alternative picture styles
1
Press the
1
repeatedly to view the different picture styles
available. You will see four
different options to complement the type of programme and room
lighting. The display will
change as shown.
dakbutton
(
STANDARD
1
MILD
The memory will
2
To alter the Contrast, Brightness, Colour and Tint
Note: Selected function is highlighted.
3
contain your own selection of Contrast,
Brightness, Colour (and Tint) as set in steps and
4.
Press the button repeatedly to selec between the Contrast
a,
Brightness oand Colour only be adjusted on a
tape which has been
recorded on NTSC video recorder.
m.
The tlnt may
&
played back
3
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MEMORY
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4
Use the =or buttons to adjust the
settings.
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BASIC OPERATION
Selecta ble tone
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Selectable tone allows you to change the treble and bass at the touch of a button.
To select the alternative tone styles
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1
Press the button
repeatedly to choose the tone style that is riaht for the mood of
Note: The frequency bars are
NOT
MUSIC
adjustable.
STANDARD
+Pk3
SPEECH
2
To
Note: Selected function is highlighted.
3
The memory will
contain your own selection of Bass, Treble and Balance as set in
3
and
4
@
LA.
below.
button
7,
Treble
steps
alter the Bass, Treble and Left and Right Balance
Press the repeatedly to select between Bass
(,
and left and right
balance
MEMORY
10
Use the or
4
buttons to adjust the settings.
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