Toshiba 27A40 User Manual
Set up
OWNER'S MANUAL
Color Television
TM
Preparation
Basic Operation
Advanced Operation
27A40
32A40
36A40
© TOSHIBA CORPORATION, 2000
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Dear Customer
Congratulations! You have purchased one of the finest
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Color TV’s on the market!
This manual will help you use the many exciting and
useful features to make your TV viewing more enjoyable
than ever before.
Before operating your TV set, please read all these safety
and operating instructions completely and then retain for
future reference.
Preparation
Safety Precautions
Customer’s Record
You will find the model number and serial number on the
back of your TV set.
Record these numbers in the spaces provided below.
Refer to them whenever you call upon your TOSHIBA
dealer regarding this product.
Model Number
Serial Number
WARNING:
TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE OR ELECTRIC
SHOCK, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS APPLIANCE TO
RAIN OR MOISTURE.
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WARNING
RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK
DO NOT OPEN
AVIS: RISQUE DE CHOC
ELECTRIQUE-NE PAS OUVRIR
WARNING: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF
ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT REMOVE
COVER (OR BACK). NO USERSERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE. REFER
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SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL.
The lightning symbol in the triangle
tells you that the voltage inside this
product may be strong enough to cause
an electric shock.
DO NOT TRY TO SERVICE THIS
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PRODUCT YOURSELF.
The exclamation point in the triangle
tells you that important operating and
maintenance instructions follow this
symbol.
This TV set may be used only with TOSHIBA stand shown
on page 33. Use with other stands may result in instability
causing possible injury.
CAUTIONS:
TO PREVENT ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT USE
THIS POLARIZED PLUG WITH AN EXTENSION
CORD RECEPTACLE OR OTHER OUTLET UNLESS
THE PRONGS CAN BE FULLY INSERTED INTO
THE OUTLET TO PREVENT ANY EXPOSURE OF
THE PRONGS ON THE POLARIZED PLUG.
ATTENTION:
POUR PRÉVENIR LES CHOCS ÉLECTRIQUES,
NE PAS UTILISER CETTE FICHE POLARISÉE
AVEC UN PROLONGATEUR, UNE PRISE DE
COURANT OU UNE AUTRE SORTIE DE
COURANT, SAUF SI LES LAMES PEUVENT
ÊTRE INSÉRÉS À FOND SANS EN LAISSER
AUCUNE PARTIE À DÉCOUVERT.
Avoid displaying stationary images on your TV screen
for extended periods of time. Stationary patterns generated by computer displays, video games, stock market
reports, etc. can become permanently engrained on the
picture tube. This damage is not protected by your warranty as it is the result of misuse. Should you wish to use
your TOSHIBA Television to display still images, it is
always advisable to reduce brightness and contrast settings. Never leave a computer or video game display
unattended.
Note to CATV system installer in the USA:
This reminder is provided to call the CATV system
installer’s attention to Article 820-40 of the NEC that
provides guidelines for proper grounding and, in particular, specifies that the cable ground shall be connected to
the grounding system of the building, as close to the point
of cable entry as practical.
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Table of Contents
Set Up
Introduction ................................................................... 4
Exploring your new TV ............................................... 4
Installing Your TV ........................................................ 4
Connecting Your TV..................................................... 5
Connecting a VCR ....................................................... 5
Connecting a cable converter box ............................... 5
Connecting a cable converter box and a VCR .......................
Connecting a satellite receiver and a VCR .................. 6
Connecting a DVD with component video
and VCR ................................................................... 7
Connecting two VCRs ................................................. 7
Preparation
Preparing the Remote Control for Use ....................... 8
Installing the Remote Control batteries ....................... 8
Location of Controls ..................................................... 9
Using the Remote with VCR or Cable TV
Converter ................................................................ 10
Programming the Remote Control ............................ 11
Controlling other brands of VCR’s and
cable TV converters ............................................... 11
Menu function (General Instructions) ...................... 14
First-Time Operation.................................................. 15
Turning the TV set on................................................ 15
Selecting the on-screen display language .................. 15
Programming Channel Memory ............................... 16
TV/CABLE function ................................................. 16
CH PROGRAM function........................................... 16
ADD/ERASE function .............................................. 17
Basic Operation
Watching TV Programs or Video Input ................... 18
Selecting the TV channels ......................................... 18
Selecting the video input source ................................ 18
Convenient Remote Functions ................................... 19
Displaying on-screen information ............................. 19
Muting the Sound ...................................................... 19
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Changing quickly between two channels .................. 19
Adjusting the Picture .................................................. 20
Adjusting the picture quality ..................................... 20
Selecting the color temperature ...................................... 21
Selecting the picture preference function ....................... 21
Adjusting the Sound ................................................... 22
Adjusting the sound quality ....................................... 22
Using the Timer (Sleep Timer) .................................. 23
Setting the timer......................................................... 23
Selecting Stereo/SAP Broadcasts ............................... 24
Listening to stereo sound ........................................... 24
Activating the surround sound effect......................... 24
Listening to second language .................................... 25
Advanced Operation
Programming Your Favorite Channels .................... 26
Programming your favorite channels ........................ 26
Selecting your favorite channels................................ 26
Operating Closed Caption Feature ........................... 27
Viewing captions or text ............................................ 27
Using V-CHIP Control ............................................... 28
Selecting the V-CHIP CONTROL menu .................. 28
Adjusting the V-CHIP CONTROL menu ................. 29
Unblocking programs temporarily............................. 31
BLOCK CHANNEL function ................................... 31
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Cleaning and Care ...................................................... 32
Specifications ............................................................... 33
Before Calling Service Personnel .............................. 34
Limited United States Warranty ............................... 35
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Introduction
Set up
This manual applies to models 27A40, 32A40 and 36A40, and there are slight differences among them.
Check the model of your TV before using this manual.
The 32A40 is the model used for illustration purposes. Illustrations in this manual are based on using the Remote
Control.
Exploring your new TV
You can operate your TV using the buttons on the front panel or the Remote Control.
The back panel provides all the terminal connections you will need to connect other equipment to your TV.
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Installing Your TV
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Where to install
Place the TV on the floor or on a sturdy platform. The
mounting surface should be flat and steady.
Lighting
Do not place the TV in a room where direct lighting
strikes the screen. Use soft and indirect lighting.
Air circulation
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Place the TV far enough from the walls to allow
proper ventilation. This will prevent the TV from
overheating and avoid possible damage to the TV.
Avoid dusty places too.
Power supply
Plug into an electrical outlet with standard household
power (120 volt AC, 60Hz). Do not change the plug’s
safety prong. See the right column.
VIDEO VIDEO
L/
MONO
S-VIDEO
AUDIO
MENU
TV/VIDEO
IN
R
VIDEO-1 VIDEO-2
o
2
5
8
7
0
CH
MENU/
VOL VOL
ENTER
CH
EXIT
TV/VCR
PAUSE
STOP
REW
POWER
CH RTN
ENT
TV/VIDEOFAV CH
PLAY
3
6
9
A
FF
VOLUME CHANNEL
TS ts
COLOR
STREAM
INPUT
Y
L
C
AUDIO
R
C
RECALL MUTE
POWER
OUT
ANT
VIDEO
L/
MONO
AUDIO
B
R
R
1
4
100
TV
CABLE
VCR
REC
SLOW
WARNING : TO AVOID PERSONAL INJURY
●
Do not stand or climb on the TV.
●
Do not put a VCR or any heavy object on top of the
TV.
CAUTION :
As a safety feature, the plug has one prong wider than
the other. It will fit only one way into a standard
electrical outlet. If the plug will not fit into the outlet,
try turning it around. If the plug will not fit either way,
the outlet is probably old and non-standard.
You will need to have a new outlet installed by an
electrician.
DO NOT CHANGE
Wide prong
THE SAFETY
FEATURE OF THE
PLUG.
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Connecting Your TV
If you haven’t connected electronic equipment before, or you have been frustrated in the past, you may wish to read this
section. (Cables are not supplied.)
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A coaxial cable is the standard cable that comes in from your
antenna or cable converter box. Coaxial cables use “F”
connectors.
●
Audio and video cables are usually color coded according to
use: yellow for video and red and white for audio. The red
audio cable is for the stereo right channel, and the white audio
cable is for the stereo (or mono) left channel. If you look at
the rear panel of the TV, you will see that the terminals are
color coded in the same manner as the cables.
●
S-video cables provide better picture performance. S-video
cables can only be used with S-video compatible components.
●
ColorStream™ cables come in sets of three and provide the
best picture performance. ColorStream cables can only be
used with ColorStream compatible components.
Connecting a VCR
This connection allows you to watch local channels and video
programs, play or record on the VCR while watching TV, and to
record from one channel while watching another channel.
Caution:
Do not plug the TV in until you have finished
connecting all of your equipment.
Antenna Coaxial Cable
AUDIO/VIDEO Cables
S-Video Cable
ColorStream Cable
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Cable lead-in or
antenna
Stereo VCR
S-VIDEO VIDEO OUT
OR
LR
OUT
IN
IN from ANT OUT to TV
CH3
CH4
TV
VIDEO VIDEO
L/
MONO
S-VIDEO
AUDIO
R
VIDEO-1 VIDEO-2
COLOR
STREAM
INPUT
Y
L
R
OUT
ANT
VIDEO
L/
MONO
C
AUDIO
B
R
C
R
IN
AUDIO
Connecting a cable converter box
This connection allows you to watch cable and premium channels.
Tune the TV to channel 3 or 4 (whichever channel is vacant in your
broadcast area), then use the converter box to change channels.
From cable
Caution:
If using a mono VCR, connect L/Mono to VCR
Audio OUT using only one audio cable.
If you have a S-VHS VCR, use the S-video
connections and remove the video cable.
Do not connect the video cable and the S-video
cable to VIDEO 1 simultaneously.
Note:
The VIDEO 2 jacks can also be used for connecting a second piece of video equipment, such as a
video disc player or camcorder etc. with audio/
video outputs.
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IN OUT
Cable converter
box
TV
S-VIDEO
IN
VIDEO VIDEO
L/
MONO
AUDIO
R
VIDEO-1 VIDEO-2
Y
L
AUDIO
R
COLOR
STREAM
INPUT
OUT
ANT
VIDEO
L/
MONO
C
AUDIO
B
R
C
R
Note:
When you use a converter box with your TV,
there may be features that you cannnot
program using the Remote Control, such as
blocking channels, and programming your
favorite channels.
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Connecting Your TV (continued)
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Connecting a cable converter box and a VCR
This connection allows you to watch and record basic and premium cable channels, as well as watch video tapes. Tune the TV
and VCR channels to 3 or 4 (whichever channel is vacant in your broadcast area), then use the converter box to change channels.
Caution:
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●
If you have a mono VCR, connect L/Mono to VCR Audio
OUT using only one audio cable.
If you have a S-VHS VCR, use the S-video connections and
remove the video cable. Do not connect the video cable and
the S-video cable to VIDEO 1 simultaneously.
●
When you use a converter box with your TV, there may be
features that you cannot program using the remote control,
such as blocking channels, and programming your favorite
channels.
From Cable
IN OUT
Cable converter box
Stereo VCR
S-VIDEO VIDEO AUDIO
OR
LR
IN
OUT
IN from ANT OUT to TV
CH3
CH4
TV
VIDEO VIDEO
L/
MONO
S-VIDEO
AUDIO
R
VIDEO-1 VIDEO-2
COLOR
STREAM
INPUT
Y
L
R
OUT
VIDEO
MONO
C
AUDIO
B
C
R
IN
AUDIO
ANT
L/
R
Connecting a satellite receiver and a VCR
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This connection allows you to watch satellite, video and TV programs.
You can record one TV channel while watching another channel.
From Satellite dish
Satellite Receiver
VIDEO AUDIO
S-VIDEO
OUT
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LR
OUT
Satellite IN
TV
S-VIDEO
IN
VIDEO VIDEO
L/
MONO
AUDIO
R
VIDEO-1 VIDEO-2
Stereo
VCR
S-VIDEO VIDEO AUDIO
COLOR
STREAM
INPUT
Y
L
AUDIO
R
LR
C
B
C
R
OUT
IN
OUT
VIDEO
L/
MONO
AUDIO
R
ANT
IN from ANT OUT to TV
CH3
CH4
Caution:
●
You can use a video cable instead of the S-video
cable, but the picture quality will decrease.
Do not connect the video cable and the S-video
cable to VIDEO 1 simultaneously.
Notes:
●
To watch from the Satellite Receiver, the TV
must select VIDEO 1.
●
To watch from the VCR, the TV must select
VIDEO 2.
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From antenna
Connecting a DVD with component video and VCR
This connection allows you to watch DVD, video or TV programs and to record TV programs. Your TV is capable of using
ColorStream (component video). Connecting your TV to a ColorStream compatible DVD can greatly enhance picture quality
and performance.
From Antenna
Stereo VCR
S-VIDEO VIDEO AUDIO
OR
LR
IN
OUT
IN from ANT OUT to TV
CH3
CH4
TV
VIDEO VIDEO
L/
MONO
S-VIDEO
AUDIO
R
VIDEO-1 VIDEO-2
Caution:
The unauthorized recording of television programs, video tapes and other materials may
infringe upon the provisions of copyright laws.
Y
L
R
COLOR
STREAM
INPUT
OUT
ANT
VIDEO
L/
MONO
C
AUDIO
B
R
C
R
Notes:
●
To watch from the VCR, the TV must select
VIDEO 1.
●
To watch from DVD, the TV must select VIDEO 2.
IN
AUDIO
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DVD
1
2
L
LR
AUDIO OUT
R
R
VIDEO S
VIDEO OUT
Cr
C
Y
b
COMPONENT VIDEO OUT
Connecting two VCRs
This connection allows you to record (dub/edit) from one VCR to another VCR while watching a video program.
You will also be able to record from one TV channel while watching another channel.
From Antenna
VCR1
S-VIDEO VIDEO AUDIO
OR
LR
IN
OUT
IN from ANT OUT to TV
CH3
CH4
TV
VIDEO VIDEO
L/
MONO
S-VIDEO
AUDIO
R
VIDEO-1 VIDEO-2
Caution:
The unauthorized recording of television programs,
video tapes and other materials may infringe upon the
provisions of copyright laws.
Note:
The TV must select Video 1 to dub or edit from VCR 1
to VCR 2. VCR 2 must select Line In when editing or
dubbing from VCR 1.
COLOR
STREAM
INPUT
Y
L
R
OUT
ANT
VIDEO
L/
MONO
C
AUDIO
B
R
C
R
IN
AUDIO
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VCR2
VIDEO AUDIO
LR
IN from ANT OUT to TV
IN
OUT
CH3
CH4
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Preparing the Remote Control for Use
Set up
With the Remote Control, you can operate your TV, most VCR models, and cable TV converters together, even if they are
different brands. If you will be using your TV with a Toshiba VCR, your Remote Control is already programmed and ready
to use. If you own different brands of VCR's and/or converters, you first have to program your Remote Control.
(See “Programming the Remote Control” on page 11.)
Installing the Remote Control batteries
1 Slide the battery cover off of the back of the Remote Control.
Preparation
2 Install two “AA” size batteries. Match the + and – signs on the batteries to
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the signs on the battery compartment.
Press and slide to remove.
Caution:
●
Dispose of your batteries in a designated
disposal area. Do not throw your batteries into
a fire.
●
Do not mix battery types or combine used
batteries with new ones.
●
Remove dead batteries immediately to prevent
battery acid from leaking into the battery
compartment.
●
If you do not intend to use the remote control
for a long time, remove the batteries.
Note:
This Remote Control’s functions may or may not
operate your VCR or cable TV converter.
Refer to the owner’s manuals supplied with the
equipment to see which features are available. In
addition, the original controllers may have
features not available on this Remote Control. If
you would like to continue to use these features,
you may want to use the original remote control.
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3 Slide the battery cover back on to the Remote Control until the lock
snaps.
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Location of Controls
For details on the use of each control, refer to pages in brackets.
TV front panel (represents 32A40)
Remote Control
Only the buttons that are used to operate the TV set are described here.
TV/VIDEO [18]
MENU
TV/VIDEO
MENU [14]
VOLUME T/S [15]
CHANNEL s/t [18]
VOLUME CHANNEL
TS ts
T/S/t/s [14]
POWER indicator
POWER
POWER [15]
Remote sensor
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MUTE [19]
RECALL [19]
CHANNEL s/t [18]
Menu s/t [14]
TV/CABLE/VCR [15]
Set to “TV” to control the TV.
FAV CH t/ s [26]
RECALL MUTE
TV
CABLE
VCR
SLOW
o
1
4
7
100
CH
MENU/
VOL VOL
ENTER
CH
EXIT
TV/VCR
REC
2
5
8
0
STOP
REWPAUSE
POWER
3
6
9
CH RTN
ENT
TV/VIDEOFAV CH
A
PLAY
FF
POWER [15]
Channel Number [18]
CH RTN [19]
MENU [14]
VOLUME
T/S [15]
Menu T/S [14]
EXIT [14]
TV/VIDEO [18]
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Using the Remote with VCR or Cable TV Converter
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●
To control a TOSHIBA VCR, first set the TV/CABLE/VCR switch to “VCR” position. The buttons shown
below will then control the VCR. The rest of the buttons operate the TV as usual.
If you have another brand of VCR, you can probably program your Remote to control it.
Details are on page 11.
●
To control a cable TV converter, this Remote Control must be programmed to recognize the brand of your
converter. See page 11.
The shaded buttons can be used to control the cable TV converter.
Set the TV/CABLE/VCR switch to “CABLE” position whenever you control the cable TV converter.
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Channel Number
Press the numbers desired
for direct access.
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TV/CABLE/VCR
“CABLE”: To control the
“VCR”: To control the VCR
TV/VCR
Press to select the TV mode to
view one program while
recording another program.
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REC (record)
Press to start recording.
SLOW
Press to view a slow-motion
picture in playback mode.
PAUSE
Press to freeze the picture during
playback or recording.
Press again to release.
cable box
Aim at the VCR or cable TV converter
o
2
5
8
0
CH
CH
EXIT
STOP
POWER
3
6
9
CH RTN
ENT
TV/VIDEOFAV CH
A
PLAY
RECALL MUTE
1
4
7
100
MENU/
VOL VOL
ENTER
TV
CABLE
VCR
TV/VCR
REC
POWER
Press the button to turn the VCR
(or converter) on.
Press again to turn off.
ENTER
Some VCR's and Cable TV
converters require “ENT” to
change channel number.
CHANNEL s / t
Press s to select next higher channel.
Press t to select next lower channel.
STOP
Press to stop the tape.
PLAY
Press to begin tape playback.
FF (fast forward)
Press to rapidly advance the tape.
In playback mode, press to view the
picture moving rapidly in forward
direction.
REW (rewind)
Press to rewind the tape.
In playback mode, press to view
picture moving rapidly in
reverse.
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Programming the Remote Control
●
This Remote Control is preprogrammed to operate TOSHIBA VCR’s.
●
To use VCR’s other than TOSHIBA models (or cable converter), perform the following procedures before
operating.
Controlling other brands of VCR’s and cable TV converters
RECALL MUTE
1
4
7
100
MENU/
VOL VOL
ENTER
TV
CABLE
VCR
TV/VCR
REC
SLOW
o
2
5
8
0
CH
CH
EXIT
STOP
REWPAUSE
POWER
3
6
9
CH RTN
ENT
TV/VIDEOFAV CH
A
PLAY
FF
RECALL
POWER
Number
1 Refer to the “
”) on pages 12 and 13 to find the code number that corresponds to
table
the brand name of your VCR (or converter).
If more than one number is listed, try each one separately until you find
the one that works.
2 Set the TV/CABLE/VCR switch to “VCR” (or “CABLE”).
3 Hold down RECALL while pressing the Number buttons for the three
digit code number for your brand of VCR (or converter).
4 Point the Remote Control at the VCR (or at the converter) and press
POWER to test the code number.
–If the right number was entered, the VCR (or the converter) should
turn off.
–If the VCR (or the converter) does not respond to the Remote
Control, repeat steps 1 to 4 with another code number.
For future reference, write down the code numbers you used:
VCR CODE
VCR code table
” (or “
Cable TV converter code
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CABLE CODE
Notes:
●
You have to reprogram the Remote Control when you change its batteries.
●
Some newer VCR’s are capable of working on either of two remote codes. These
VCR’s have a switch labeled “VCR1/VCR2”.
If your VCR has this kind of switch, and does not respond to all the code numbers
for your VCR brand name, set the switch to another position (“VCR1” or “VCR2”)
and reprogram the Remote Control.
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