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Dear Customer,

Thank you for purchasing this Toshiba TV. This manual
will help you use the many exciting features of your new
TV. Before operating the TV, please read this manual

completely , and keep it nearby for future reference.

Child Safety

It Makes A Difference
Where Y our TV Stands

Safety Precautions

WARNING

TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE OR ELECTRIC
SHOCK, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS APPLIANCE TO
RAIN OR MOISTURE.

WARNING: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC
SHOCK, DO NO T REMO VE COVER (OR BA CK).
NO USER-SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE. REFER
SERVICING TO Q UALIFIED 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 PRODUCT YOURSELF.

The exclamation mark in the triangle tells you that
important operating and maintenance instructions
follow this symbol.

NOTE TO CATV INSTALLERS IN THE USA

This is a reminder to call the CATV system installer’s
attention to Article 820-40 of the NEC, which 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. For additional antenna
grounding information, see items 24 and 25 on page 4.

NOTICE OF POSSIBLE TV STAND INSTABILITY

DANGER: RISK OF SERIOUS PERSONAL
INJURY OR DEATH! Use this TV with the

TOSHIBA TV stand recommended in the
“Specifications” section only.
result in instability, causing possible injury or death.

NOTICE OF POSSIBLE ADVERSE EFFECTS

ON TV PICTURE TUBE

If a fixed (non-moving) pattern remains on the TV
screen for long periods of time, the image can
become permanently engrained in the picture tube.

This type of damage is NOT COVERED BY YOUR
WARRANTY. See item 32 on page 4.

Use with other stands may

Congratulations on your purchase! As you enjoy
your new TV, keep these safety tips in mind:

The Issue

¾

If you are like most Americans, you ha ve a TV in your
home. Man y homes, in fact, have more than one TV.

¾

The home theater entertainment experience is a growing
trend, and larger TVs are popular purchases; however,
they are not always supported on the proper TV stands.

¾

Sometimes TVs are improperly secured or inappropr iately
situated on dressers, bookcases, shelves, desks, audio
speakers, chests, or carts. As a result, TVs may f all o ver,
causing unnecessary injury.

Toshiba Cares!

¾

The consumer electronics industry

is committed to making home

entertainment enjoyable and safe .

¾

The Consumer Electronics

Association formed the Home

Entertainment Support Safety

Committee, comprised of TV
and consumer electronics
furniture manufacturers, to
advocate children’s safety and

educate consumers and their

families about television safety .

Tune Into Saf ety

¾

One size does NOT fit all! Use

appropriate furniture large enough to support

the weight of your TV (and other electronic

components).

¾

Use appropriate angle braces, straps, and anchors to
secure your furniture to the wall (but never screw anything
directly into the TV).

¾

Carefully read and understand the other enclosed
instructions for proper use of this product.

¾

Do not allow children to climb on or play with furniture
and TVs.

¾ Avoid placing an y item on top of your TV (such as a VCR,

remote control, or toy) that a curious child may reach f or.

¾

Remember that children can become excited while
watching a program and can potentially push or pull a TV over.

¾ Share our safety message about this hidden hazard of

home with your family and friends. Thank you!

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Important Safety Instructions

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Installation, Care, and Service

1) Read these instructions.

2) Keep these instructions.

3) Heed all warnings.

4) Follow all instructions.

5) Do not use this apparatus near

water.

6) Clean only with a dry cloth.

7) Do not block any ventilation
openings. Install in accordance with
the manufacturer’s instructions.

8) Do not install near any heat
sources such as radiators,
heat registers, stoves, or other
apparatus (including amplifiers)
that produce heat.

9) Do not defeat the safety purpose of the polarized or
grounding type plug. A polarized plug has two blades
with one wider than the other. A grounding type plug has two
blades and a third grounding
prong. The wide blade or the third
prong are provided for your safety .
If the provided plug does not fit into
your outlet, consult an electrician
for replacement of the obsolete outlet.

CAUTION: To reduce the risk of electric shock, do not use
the polarized plug with an extension cord, receptacle, or
other outlet unless the blades can be inserted completely
to prevent blade exposure.

Wide plug

Installation

Follow these recommendations and precautions and heed all
warnings when installing your TV:

15) Never modify this equipment. Changes or modifications may
void: a) the warranty, and b) the user’s authority to operate
this equipment under the rules of the Federal
Communications Commission.

16) DANGER: RISK OF SERIOUS PERSONAL

INJURY, DEATH, OR EQUIPMENT
DAMAGE! Never place the TV on

an unstable cart, stand, or table. The TV
may fall, causing serious personal injury,
death, or serious damage to the TV.

17) Never place or store the TV in direct
sunlight; hot, humid areas; areas
subject to excessive dust or vibration;
or locations with temperatures at or
below 41°F (5°C).

18) Always place the TV on the floor
or a sturdy, level, stable surface that
can support the weight of the unit.

19) Never place items such as vases,
aquariums, or candles on top of the TV.

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10) Protect the power cord from being
walked on or pinched, particularly at
plugs, convenience receptacles, and
the point where it exits the apparatus.

11) Only use attachments/accessories specified by the

manufacturer.

12) Use only with the cart, stand, tripod,
bracket, or table specified by the
manufacturer, or sold with the
apparatus. When a cart is used, use

caution when moving the cart/apparatus
combination to avoid injury from tip-over.

13) Unplug this apparatus during

lightning storms or when
unused for long periods
of time.

14) Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel.
Servicing is required when the apparatus has
been damaged in any way, such as
power supply cord or plug is damaged,
liquid has been spilled or objects have
fallen into the apparatus, the apparatus
has been exposed to rain or moisture, does not
operate normally, or has been dropped.

20) Never block or cover the slots or openings in the TV cabinet
back, bottom, and sides. Never place the TV:

• on a bed, sofa, rug, or similar

surface;

• too close to drapes, curtains,

or walls; or

• in a confined space such as a

bookcase, built-in cabinet, or any
other place with poor ventilation.

The slots and openings are provided
to protect the TV from overheating
and to help maintain reliable
operation of the TV.

21) Never allow anything to rest on or roll over the power cord,
and never place the TV where the power cord is subject to
wear or abuse.

22) Never overload wall outlets and
extension cords.

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Important

Ground clamp

Antenna discharge unit
(NEC Section 810-20)

Grounding conductors
(NEC Section 810-21)

Power service grounding
electrode system (NEC Art 250 Part H)

Ground clamps

Antenna lead-in wire

Electric service equipment

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23) Always operate this equipment from
a 120 VAC, 60 Hz power source only.

24) Always make sure the antenna system is properly grounded
to provide adequate protection against voltage surges and
built-up static charges (see Section 810 of the National
Electric Code).

25) DANGER: RISK OF SERIOUS PERSONAL

INJURY OR DEATH!

• Use extreme care to make sure you are never
in a position where your body (or any item you are in
contact with, such as a ladder or screwdriver) can
accidentally touch overhead power lines. Never locate
the antenna near overhead power lines or other
electrical circuits.

• Never attempt to install any of the following during

lightning activity:
a) an antenna system; or b) cables, wires, or any home
theater component connected to an antenna or phone

system.

29)

[This item applies to projection TVs only.]

If the air
temperature rises suddenly (for example, when the TV is first
delivered), condensation may form on the lenses. This can
make the picture appear distorted or the color appear faded.
If this happens, turn off the TV for 6 to 7 hours to allow the
condensation to evaporate.

30) For added protection of your TV from lightning and power
surges, always unplug the power cord and disconnect the
antenna from the TV if you leave the TV unattended or
unused for long periods of time.

31) 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.

32) Possible Adverse Effects on TV Picture Tube: If a fixed
(non-moving) pattern remains on the TV screen for long
periods of time, the image can become permanently
engrained in the picture tube and cause subtle but
permanent ghost images. This type of damage is NOT
COVERED BY YOUR WARRANTY. Never leave your TV on
for long periods of time while it is displaying the following
formats or images:

• Fixed Images, such as PIP/POP windows, stock tickers,

video game patterns, TV station logos, and websites.

• Special Formats that do not use the entire screen. For

example, viewing letterbox style (16:9) media on a normal
(4:3) display (gray bars at top and bottom of screen); or
viewing normal style (4:3) media on a widescreen (16:9)
display (gray bars on left and right sides of screen).

Care

For better performance and safer operation of your TOSHIBA
TV, follow these recommendations and precautions:

26) Always sit approximately 10–25 feet away from the TV and
as directly in front of it as possible. The picture can appear
dull if you sit too far to the left or right of the TV, or if sunlight
or room lights reflect on the screen. Turn the TV off to check
for reflections on the screen, and then remove the source of
reflections while viewing the TV.

27) Always unplug the TV before
cleaning. Never use liquid or
aerosol cleaners.

28) WARNING: RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK!

Never spill liquids or push objects of any kind
into the TV cabinet slots.

Service

33) WARNING: RISK OF ELECTRIC
SHOCK! Never attempt to service the

TV yourself. Opening and

removing the covers may expose
you to dangerous voltage or other
hazards. Refer all servicing to a
Toshiba Authorized Service Center.

34) If you have the TV serviced:

• Ask the service technician to use only replacement parts
specified by the manufacturer.

• Upon completion of service, ask
the service technician to perform
routine safety checks to determine
that the TV is in safe operating
condition.

35) When the TV reaches the end of its useful life, ask a
qualified service technician to properly dispose of the TV.
Improper disposal may result in a picture tube implosion and
possible personal injury.

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Important Safety Information .......................................................................................... 2-4

Welcome to Toshiba............................................................................................................ 6

Exploring your new TV.................................................................................................................................6

Selecting a location for the TV.....................................................................................................................6

Connecting your TV ............................................................................................................ 7

Connecting a VCR .......................................................................................................................................7

Connecting a cable converter box............................................................................................................... 8

Connecting a DVD player/satellite receiver and a VCR...............................................................................9

Connecting a DVD player with ColorStream® and a VCR ...........................................................................9

Connecting two VCRs................................................................................................................................10

Connecting a camcorder ...........................................................................................................................10

Connecting an audio amplifier.................................................................................................. .................10

Using the remote control.................................................................................................. 11

Preparing the remote control for use.........................................................................................................11

Installing the remote control batteries .......................................................................................................11

Using the remote control with a VCR or a cable TV converter..................................................................11

Programming the remote control for use with a VCR or a cable TV converter .........................................12

VCR and cable TV converter codes ..........................................................................................................12

Learning about the remote control ............................................................................................................13

Setting up your TV............................................................................................................. 14

Changing the on-screen display language................................................................................................14

Adding channels to the TV’s memory ........................................................................................................15

Programming channels automatically ................................................................................................15

Adding and erasing channels manually .............................................................................................15

Changing channels....................................................................................................................................15

Using the TV’s features..................................................................................................... 16

Adjusting the channel settings...................................................................................................................16

Switching between two channels .......................................................................................................16

Programming your favorite channels ..................................................................................................16

Using theV-Chip (parental control) feature (U.S. V-Chip system only)......................................................17

Selecting a PIN code..........................................................................................................................17

Blocking programs by ratings .............................................................................................................18

Blocking unrated movies or programs................................................................................................21

Using the LOCK menu...............................................................................................................................21

Locking channels................................................................................................................................21

Locking video input.............................................................................................................................22

Setting the game timer ..............................................................................................................................22

Labeling channels......................................................................................................................................23

Adjusting the picture ..................................................................................................................................24

Adjusting the picture quality ...............................................................................................................24

Watching video input .................................................................................................................................24

Selecting the ColorStream® mode .............................................................................................................24

Displaying on-screen information ..............................................................................................................24

Setting the sleep timer...............................................................................................................................25

Using the closed caption feature ...............................................................................................................25

Adjusting the sound ................................................................................................................................... 26

Muting the sound ................................................................................................................................26

Selecting stereo/SAP broadcasts.......................................................................................................26

Adjusting the sound quality ................................................................................................................27

Using the StableSound® feature.........................................................................................................27

Watching picture-in-picture (PIP)...............................................................................................................28

Auto power off............................................................................................................................................29

Understanding the Power Return feature..................................................................................................29

Appendix............................................................................................................................ 30

Troubleshooting .........................................................................................................................................30

Specifications.............................................................................................................................................31

Limited United States Warranty .................................................................................................................32

Limited Canada Warranty ..........................................................................................................................33

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Welcome to Toshiba

Congratulations! You have purchased one of the finest color TVs on the
market. The goal of this manual is to guide you through setting up and
operating your Toshiba TV as quickly as possible.
You may need to purchase other audio or video cables to connect your
equipment. See “Connecting your TV” on page 7 for more information.

Please read all the safety and operating instructions carefully before
you begin.

Exploring your new TV

You can operate your TV by using the buttons on the front panel or the

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remote control. The front and back panels provide all the inputs you will
need to connect other equipment to your TV.

Volume

Channel

Power indicator

Remote Sensor

Audio (L/R)/Video InPower

POWER

TV VCR CABLE

123

456

789

CH

VOL

MENU/
ENTER

CH RTN

ENT

100

0

+

VOL

+–

CHANNEL

VOLUMEPOWER

VIDEO

L/MONO

R

VIDEO-3 IN

AUDIO

TV front panel

IN OUT

VIDEO

ANT (75Ω)

L/MONO

AUDIOS-VIDEO

R
VIDEO 1 VIDEO 2

Y

P

P

VIDEO

B

L/MONO

AUDIO

R

R

TV back panel

Selecting a location for the TV

• Place the TV on the floor or on a sturdy platform in a location where

light does not directly hit the screen.

• Place the TV far enough from the walls to allow proper ventilation.
Inadequate ventilation may cause overheating, which may damage
the TV .

The model number and serial number are on the back of your TV.
Record these numbers in the spaces below. Refer to these numbers
whenever you communicate with your Toshiba dealer about this TV.

Model number: _____________________
Serial number:______________________

–

CH

PIP CH PIP CH

RESET CAP/TEXT

STILL LOCATE SWAP PIP

CODE MTS SLEEP MUTE

REW FF

TV/VCR

REC

PLAY

STOP

1/2

PAUSE/STILL

VCR CH

FAVEXIT RECALL TV/VIDEO

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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.)

• 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.

ANTENNA

Coaxial Cable

AUDIO

Cable

VIDEO

Cable

S-Video

Cable

ColorStream

Cable

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Caution:

Do not plug the TV in until you have finished
connecting all of your equipment.

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Connecting a VCR

This connection allows you to watch local channels and video programs,
play or record on the VCR while watching TV, and record from one
channel while watching another channel.

TV

Cable Lead-in
from cable box
or antenna

ANT (75Ω)

IN from ANT

L/MONO

S-VIDEO

OUT to TV

IN OUT

VIDEO

AUDIO

R

VIDEO 1 VIDEO 2

IN

Y

P

B

PR

VIDEO

L/MONO

AUDIO

R

Stereo VCR

You will need:

• one coaxial cable

• one pair of audio cables (one single audio

cable for a mono VCR)

• one video cable

Note:

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 a regular video cable and an
S-video cable to Video 1 simultaneously.

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Connecting a cable converter box

This television has an extended tuning range and can tune most cable
channels without using a cable company supplied converter box. Some
cable companies offer "premium pay channels" in which the signal is
scrambled. Descrambling these signals for normal viewing requires the
use of a descrambler device, which is generally provided by the cable
company.

For Subscribers to Basic Cable TV Service

For basic cable service not requiring a Converter/Descrambler box,
connect the CATV 75 ohm Coaxial Cable directly to the Antenna Jack
on the back of the television.

For Subscribers to Scrambled Cable TV Service

If you subscribe to a cable service that requires the use of a Converter/
Descrambler box, connect the incoming cable to the Converter/
Descrambler box and connect the output of the box to the Antenna
Jack on the back of the television. Follow the connections shown
below. Set the television to the output of the Converter/Descrambler
box (usually channel 3 or 4) and use the Converter/Descrambler box to
select channels.

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For Subscribers to Unscrambled Basic Cable with Scram­bled Premium Channels

If you subscribe to a cable service in which basic cable channels are
unscrambled and premium channels require the use of a Converter/
Descrambler box, you may wish to use a two-set signal splitter (some­times called a "two-set coupler") and an A/B Switch box from the cable
installer or an electronics supply store. Follow the connections shown
below. With the switch in the "B" position, you can directly tune any
nonscrambled channels on your TV. With the switch in the "A" position,
tune your TV to the output of the Converter/Descrambler box (usually
channel 3 or 4) and use the box to tune scrambled channels.

Note:

When you use a converter box with your TV,
there may be features that you cannot
program using the remote control, such as
labeling channels, blocking channels, and
programming your favorite channels.

Incoming CATV

Converter/Descrambler

Converter/Descrambler

A

/

B SwitchSplitter

IN OUT

ANT (75Ω)

A

B

VIDEO

L/MONO

AUDIOS-VIDEO

R
VIDEO 1 VIDEO 2

Y

VIDEO

P

B

L/MONO

AUDIO

P

R

R

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Connecting a DVD player/satellite receiver
and a VCR

This connection allows you to watch DVD/satellite, video and TV
programs. You can record from the DVD player/satellite receiver and TV,
as well as record one TV channel while watching another channel.

To satellite

DVD player/ Satellite Receiver

OUT

Satellite IN

S-VIDEO

L

R

AUDIO

TV

IN OUT

ANT (75Ω)

VIDEO

L/MONO

S-VIDEO

AUDIO

R
VIDEO 1 VIDEO 2

Y

VIDEO

B

P

L/MONO

AUDIO

PR

R

You will need:

• one coaxial cable

• three pairs of audio cables (two pairs and

one single audio cable for a mono VCR)

• two video cables

• one S-video cable

Note:

You can use a video cable instead of the
S-video cable, but the picture quality will
decrease. If you use an S-video cable
between the TV and DVD player/satellite
receiver, make the audio connections only
and remove the video connection.

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Stereo VCR

IN from ANT

CH 3
CH 4

OUT to TV

IN

OUT

VIDEO

LR

AUDIO

Connecting a DVD player with ColorStream
(Component video) and a VCR

This connection allows you to watch DVD, video tape, or TV programs
and record DVD or TV programs. You can record from one source
while watching a program from another source. Your TV is capable of
using ColorStream (component video). Connecting your TV to a
component video compatible DVD player, such as a Toshiba DVD
player with ColorStream
performance.

DVD player with ColorStream

TV

To antenna

Stereo VCR

S-VIDEO

ANT (75Ω)

®

, can greatly enhance picture quality and

®

OUT

L

TM

COLORSTREAM

YCbCr

Y

VIDEO

B

P

L/MONO

AUDIO

PR

R

VIDEO

L/MONO

S-VIDEO

R

VIDEO

AUDIO

OUT

IN OUT

AUDIO

R

VIDEO 1 VIDEO 2

®

You will need:

• one coaxial cable

• three pairs of audio cables (two pairs and

one single audio cable for a mono VCR)

• two video cables

• one set of ColorStream video cables

The unauthorized recording, use, distribu­tion or revision of television programs,
videotapes, DVDs, and other materials is
prohibited under the Copyright Laws of the
United States and other countries, and may
subject you to civil and criminal liability.

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Connecting two VCRs

This connection allows you to record 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.

To antenna

your TV

Connecting

Connecting a camcorder

Stereo VCR / Playback

IN from ANT

OUT to TV

CH 3
CH 4

TV

ANT (75Ω)

VIDEO

L/MONO

S-VIDEO

AUDIO

R
VIDEO 1 VIDEO 2

Stereo VCR/ Recording

IN from ANT

OUT to TV

CH 3
CH 4

IN

OUT

IN OUT

OUT

IN

VIDEO

VIDEO

LR

AUDIO

Y

B

P

PR

LR

AUDIO

You will need:

• one coaxial cable

• two pairs of audio cables (two single audio

cables for mono VCRs)

• two video cables

Note:

Do not connect one VCR to the output and
input jacks on the TV at the same time. If you
are using an S-VHS VCR, use the S-video
connections and remove the video cable.

VIDEO

L/MONO

AUDIO

R

This connection allows you to watch video materials recorded on a
camcorder.

Camcorder

AUDIO

VIDEO

L

R

OUT

Front Panel of TV

Connecting an audio amplifier

This connection allows you to use an audio amplifier to enjoy a high­quality sound. This also allows you to use external speakers.
To control the audio, turn on the TV and the stereo amplifier.

Audio Amplifier

AUDIO

LR

IN

OUT

To cable,

cable box

or antenna

TV

ANT (75Ω)

VIDEO

L/MONO

S-VIDEO

IN OUT

AUDIO

R
VIDEO 1 VIDEO 2

Y

VIDEO

B

P

L/MONO

AUDIO

PR

R

You will need:

• one pair of audio cables

• one video cable

Note:

If you are using an S-VHS camcorder with
S-video output, use the Video1 jacks on the
back of the TV.

You will need:

• one pair of audio cables

The unauthorized recording, use, distribu­tion or revision of television programs,
videotapes, DVDs, and other materials is
prohibited under the Copyright Laws of the
United States and other countries, and may
subject you to civil and criminal liability.

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Using the remote control

Preparing the remote control for use

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
VCRs and/or converters, you first have to program your remote control.
(See “Programming the remote control for use with a VCR or a cable
TV converter” on page 12.)

Installing the remote control batteries

To install the batteries:

1. Open the battery cover on the back of the remote control.

2. Install two “AAA” size batteries. Match the + and – signs on the
batteries to the signs on the battery compartment.

Note:

This remote control’s functions may or may
not operate your VCR or cable TV conver ter.
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.

Caution:

• Dispose of batteries in a designated
disposal area. Do not throw 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.

Important

Safeguards

Toshiba

Welcome to

your TV

Connecting

3. Close the battery cover on the remote control until the lock snaps.

Using the remote control with a VCR or a cable TV converter

To control a Toshiba
VCR:

Press the VCR button
first. The buttons
shown to the right will
then control the VCR.
The rest of the buttons
will operate the TV as
usual.

Fast F orward

VCR CH ▲/▼

VCR

Power

Enter

Channel

Numbers

Play

Rewind

TV/VCR

Record

Stop

Pause/Still

POWER

TV VCR CABLE

123

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+

CH

VOL

MENU/

ENTER

–

CH

PIP CH PIP CH

RESET CAP/TEXT 1/2

STILL LOCATE SWAP PIP

CODE MTS SLEEP MUTE

PLAY

REW FF

STOP

TV/VCR

REC

PAUSE/STILL

VCR CH

CH RTN

ENT

100

0

FAVEXIT RECALL TV/VIDEO

FAV

To control a cable TV
converter:

Program the remote
control to recognize the
brand of your converter
(see “Programming the
remote control for use

VOL

+–

with a VCR or cable TV
converter”, on page 12).
The buttons shown on

Channel +/–

the right will control the
cable TV converter. Press
the CABLE button first.

Cable

Power

Enter

Channel

Numbers

POWER

TV VCR CABLE

123

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789

+

CH

VOL

MENU/
ENTER

–

CH

PIP CH PIP CH

RESET CAP/TEXT 1/2

STILL LOCATE SWAP PIP

CODE MTS SLEEP MUTE

PLAY

REW FF

STOP

TV/VCR

REC

CH RTN

PAUSE/STILL

VCR CH

ENT

100

0

FAVEXIT RECALL TV/VIDEO

FAV

Using the

Using the

Remote Control

Remote Control

your TV

Setting up

VOL

+–

Features

Using the TV’s

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Appendix

Using the

Remote Control

Programming the remote control for use with
a VCR or a cable TV converter

This remote control is pre-programmed to operate Toshiba VCRs. To
use VCRs or cable converters other than Toshiba models, you must
follow the steps below before you operate your remote control.

1. Press the CODE button and the VCR or the CABLE button you
want to program at the same time.

2. Enter the 2-digit code listed below using the Direct Channel
Selection buttons (0-9) within 10 seconds.

3. Point the remote control at the VCR or converter and press
POWER to test the code.
If the VCR or converter turns on, you have entered the right code.
If the VCR or converter does not respond to the remote control,
you may have entered the wrong code. Repeat steps 1-2 with
another code.

For future reference, write down the codes you used:
VCR code ________________________
Cable TV converter code ____________

Note:

• When shipped from the factory, the remote
control is set to operate your TV.

• If you do not enter the code within 10
seconds from step 1 or if you enter a code
not listed below, this operation is canceled.

• Each time you replace the batteries, you
must reprogram the remote control.

• Some newer VCRs are capable of working
on either of two remote codes. These VCRs
have a switch labeled “VCR1/VCR2”.
If your VCR has this kind of switch, and
does not respond to any of the codes for
your VCR, set the switch to the other
position (VCR1 or VCR2) and reprogram
the remote control.

VCR and cable TV converter codes

VCR

Admiral 08, 61 Multi Tech 39
Adventura 31 NEC 02, 18
Aiwa 31 Orion 33, 50
Akai
Audio Dynamics 02, 18 Pentax 15
Bell & Howell 06, 47 Philco 07, 14
Broksonic 21, 26, 33, 50, 55 Philips 07, 14, 27
Canon 14 Pioneer 10, 15
Citizen 09 Portland 46
Craig 12 Pro Scan 16, 60
Curtis Mathes 14, 59 Quasar 14, 59
Daewoo 44, 46, 48, 54 RCA 15, 16, 20, 27, 40, 42, 60
Daytron 36, 46 Realistic 06, 08, 12, 14, 31
DBX 02, 18 Samsung 20, 30
Emerson 03, 21 23, 26, 33, 35, 43, 50 Sansui 39
Fisher 11, 12, 13, 47 Sanyo 06, 12, 47
Funai 31 Scott 04, 05, 33, 43
General Electric 14, 16, 20 Sears 06, 09, 11, 12, 15
Goldstar 09 Sharp 08, 61
Go Video 56, 62, 63 Shintom 39
Hitachi 15, 57 Signature 2000 08, 14, 16, 19, 31, 49
Instant Replay 14, 27 Sony 17, 32, 37
J.C. Penney 14, 15, 18, 27 Sylvania 07, 14, 27
JVC 02, 25, 58 Symphonic 31
Kenwood 02 Tashiko 09
Logik 39 Tatung 02
LXI 09, 31 Teac 02, 31
Magnavox 07, 14, 31 Teknika 34
Marantz 07, 18 Toshiba 05, 15
Marta 09 XR1000 39
Memorex 06, 12, 14, 31, 33 Vector Research 04, 18
Mitsubishi 04, 22, 52, 64 Yamaha 02, 18
Montgomery Ward

CABLE TV CONVERTER

Allegro
Allegro A/B Switch

Gemini
General Electric
General Instrument
Hamlin
Jerrold
Kale Vision
Macom
Magnavox
NSC

Oak
Panasonic
Paragon
Philips
Pioneer

23, 38, 41

08, 14, 16, 19, 31, 49

58, 62
61

05, 31, 38
67
05, 06
02, 03, 45, 65, 66
04, 07, 08, 09, 10, 18, 60, 63
35
14, 21
34
35, 39, 68, 69, 70

11, 32, 42
13, 20
33
47, 50, 52, 54, 55
15, 43

Panasonic

Zenith

RCA DSS
Regency

Samsung
Scientic Atlanta
Sprucer
Standard Comp
Texscan
Tocom
Unika
United Satellite
Universal

Vid T ech
Video Way
Viewstar
Zenith
Zenith Satellite

14, 51, 59

01, 24, 25, 29, 37

73
29

35
16, 23, 36, 64
13
35
39, 56, 71
17, 18, 46
48, 62
44
58, 62

40
49
54, 55, 72
01, 53, 74
12, 28, 30, 51

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Learning about the remote control

POWER turns the TV on and off (page 11)
Sleep timer sets the TV to go off at a set time (page 25)
TV/Video selects video input source (page 24)

Important

Safeguards

Channel + / – cycles through programmed channels (page 15)
TV/VCR/Cable switches between TV, VCR and Cable (page 11)
Channel Numbers allow direct access to channels (page 15)
Volume + / – adjusts the volume level
Channel Return returns to the last viewed channel (page 16)
Menu/Enter allows access to programming menus, and sets pro-

grammed menu information (pages 14-28)

Favorite Channels ▲▼ cycles through favorite channels (page 16)
Reset resets settings to preset factory formats (pages 24 and 27)

CAP/TEXT turns closed captions or text on and off (page 25)
1/2 selects closed caption/text channel 1 or 2 (page 25)
Mute turns off the sound (page 26)
MTS switches among STEREO, SAP and MONO sound (page 26)
Recall displays screen information (page 24)
CODE is used to program the remote control (page 12)
PIP functions allow access to PIP functions (pages 28-29)
Exit exits programming menus (pages 14-28)

Stop press to stop a videotape

TV/VCR/Cable

POWER

Channel

Numbers

Channel +/–

Recall

Exit
PIP

Channels ▲▼

Reset

Closed

Captioning

Code

MTS

Rew

Play

TV/VCR

Rec

Stop

POWER

TV VCR CABLE

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+

CH

VOL

MENU/
ENTER

–

CH

PIP CHPIP CH

RESET CAP/TEXT 1/2

STILL LOCATE SWAP PIP

CODE MTS SLEEP MUTE

PLAY

REW FF

TV/VCR

REC

STOP

VCR CH

CH RTN

ENT

100

0

VOL

+–

FAVEXIT RECALL TV/VIDEO

FAV

PAUSE/STILL

Channel
Return

Menu/Enter

Volume +/–
TV/Video

Favorite
Channels ▲▼

PIP functions
Mute

Sleep

FF
Pause/Still

VCR
Channel

▲▼

Toshiba

Welcome to

your TV

Connecting

Using the

Using the

Remote Control

Remote Control

Rec press to start recording a videotape
Play press to play a videotape
FF press to fast forward a videotape
Rew press to rewind a videotape
Pause/Still press to pause or still a videotape
TV/VCR toggles between TV and VCR when viewing while recording
VCR Channel ▲▼ cycles through programmed channels of VCR

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your TV

Setting up

Features

Using the TV’s

Appendix

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Setting up your TV

After you’ve installed the batteries and programmed the remote
control, you need to set some preferences on the TV using the menu.
You can access the menu with the buttons on the remote control.

• When you make a menu selection, your changes occur immedi­ately. You do not have to press MENU or EXIT to see your
changes.

• After fifteen seconds, the menu screen will automatically disappear
if you do not make a selection. Your changes will still be saved.

• When you are finished programming the menus, press EXIT.

Changing the on-screen display language

You can choose from three different languages (English, French and
Spanish) for the on-screen displays. Adjustment menus and messages
will appear in the language of your choice.

To select a language:

1. Press MENU, then press

PICTURE AUDIO SET UPCHOPTION

LANGUAGE
CH LABEL START

FAVORITE CH
V-CHIP
LOCK
COLORSTREAM
SELECT ADJUST

ENGLISH

START
START
START
DVD

2. Press ▲ or ▼ to highlight LANGUAGE.

3. Press

or to highlight your desired language.

or until the OPTION menu appears.

PICTURE AUDIO SET UPCHOPTION

LANGUAGE

CH LABEL START
FAVORITE CH
V-CHIP
LOCK
COLORSTREAM
SELECT ADJUST

ENGLISH FRANCAIS
ESPANOL

START
START
START
DVD

POWER

TV VCR CABLE

123

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VOL

PIP CH PIP CH

RESET CAP/TEXT 1/2

STILL LOCATE SWAP PIP

CODE MTS SLEEP MUTE

CH

MENU/

ENTER

CH

+

–

CH RTN

ENT

100

0

FAVEXIT RECALL TV/VIDEO

FAV

VOL

+–

Menu

Exit

your TV

Setting up

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Adding channels to the TV’s memory

Your TV will stop on specific channels that are stored in the TV’s
channel memory when you press Channel + or –. Use the steps below
to set all active channels in your area automatically.

Programming channels automatically

Your TV can automatically detect all active channels and store them in
its memory. After the TV has stored the channels in its memory auto­matically, you can add or erase channels manually.

To add channels automatically:

1. Press MENU, then press

2. Press ▲ or ▼ until the TV/CABLE
selection is highlighted.

3. Press

or to highlight either
TV or CABLE, depending on
which you use.

If you use an antenna, choose TV.
If you use cable, choose CABLE.

4. Press ▼ to select CH PROGRAM.

5. Press

or to start channel programming. The TV will automati­cally cycle through all the TV or Cable channels (depending on
which you selected), and store all active channels in the channel
memory.
While the TV is cycling through the channels, the message
“PROGRAMMING NOW PLEASE WAIT” appears.

6. When channel programming is complete, the message “COMPLETED
(channel or cable number)” appears.

7. Press Channel ▲ or ▼ to view the programmed channels.

or to display the SET UP menu.

PICTURE AUDIO SET UP OPTION

PIP SOURCE TV

TV / CABLE TV CABLE

CH PROGRAM
ADD / ERASE

SELECT ADJUST

CH

START
ADD

POWER

TV VCR CABLE

123

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VOL

RESET CAP/TEXT 1/2

STILL LOCATE SWAP PIP

CODE MTS SLEEP MUTE

+

CH

MENU/
ENTER

–

CH

PIP CHPIP CH

CH RTN

ENT

100

0

FAVEXIT RECALL TV/VIDEO

FAV

VOL

+–

Channel +/–

Menu

Exit

Important

Safeguards

Toshiba

Welcome to

your TV

Connecting

Adding and erasing channels manually

After you have programmed the channels automatically, you can add or
erase specific channels manually.

To add or erase channels manually:

1. Select the channel you want to add or erase.
If adding channels, you must select the channel to add using the
Channel Number buttons.

2. Press MENU, then press
to display the SET UP menu.

3. Press ▲ or ▼ to highlight ADD/
ERASE.

4. Press

or to select ADD or
ERASE, whichever function you
want to perform.

or

PICTURE AUDIO SET UP OPTION

CH

PIP SOURCE TV
TV / CABLE TV
CH PROGRAM START

ADD / ERASE ADD ERASE

SELECT ADJUST

5. Repeat steps 1-4 for other
channels you want to add or erase.

Changing channels

To change the channel, you can:

• change the programmed channels using the remote control

• select a channel directly using the remote control

• scan the channels using the TV buttons

To change to the next programmed channel:

Press Channel + or – on the TV or remote control.

To change to a specific channel (programmed or unprogrammed):

Press the Channel Number buttons (0-9 and 100).
For example, to select channel 125, press the 100 button, the 2
button, and the 5 button.

POWER

TV VCR CABLE

123

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VOL

RESET CAP/TEXT 1/2

STILL LOCATE SWAP PIP

CODE MTS SLEEP MUTE

+

CH

MENU/
ENTER

–

CH

PIP CHPIP CH

CH RTN

ENT

100

0

FAVEXIT RECALL TV/VIDEO

FAV

VOL

+–

Channel
Numbers

Channel +/–

Menu

Exit

Using the

Remote Control

your TV

your TV

Setting up

Setting up

Features

Using the TV’s

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Appendix

Using the TV’s features

Adjusting the channel settings

Switching between two channels

You can switch between two channels without entering an actual
channel number each time.

To switch between two channels:

1. Select the first channel you want to view.

2. Select a second channel using the Channel Number buttons (0-9,

100).

3. Press CH RTN. The previous channel will be displayed.
Each time you press CH RTN, the TV will switch back and forth
between the two channels.

Programming your favorite channels

You can preset up to 12 of your favorite channels using the Favorite
Channel Programming feature. Because this feature scans through
only your favorite channels, it allows you to skip other channels you
do not normally watch.
You can still use Channel ▲▼ to scan through all the channels you
programmed in the TV’s memory.

To program your favorite channels:

1. Select a channel you want to program.

2. Press MENU, then press

3. Press ▲ or ▼ to highlight FAVORITE CH.

or to display the OPTION menu.

POWER

TV VCR CABLE

123

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789

VOL

RESET CAP/TEXT 1/2

STILL LOCATE SWAP PIP

CODE MTS SLEEP MUTE

POWER

123

+

CH

MENU/
ENTER

–

CH

PIP CHPIP CH

TV VCR CABLE

CH RTN

ENT

100

0

FAVEXIT RECALL TV/VIDEO

FAV

CH RTN

ENT

VOL

Channel
Return

Channel
Numbers

+–

Features

Using the TV’s

PICTURE AUDIO SET UPCHOPTION

LANGUAGE
CH LABEL START

FAVORITE CH

V-CHIP
LOCK
COLORSTREAM
SELECT START

4. Press

ENGLISH

START
START
START
DVD

or to display the FAVORITE CH menu. SET/CLEAR will

be highlighted.

PICTURE AUDIO SET UPCHOPTION

FAVORITE CH : CH 12

SET/CLEAR SET CLEAR

SET UP CH

TV CABLE
SELECT
END EXIT

5. Press

736 4 1
12 125 63 40
13 28 97 112

SET ENTER

or to highlight SET and press ENTER.

6. Press EXIT to clear the screen.

7. Repeat steps 1 through 6 for up to 11 other channels.

To select your favorite channels:

Press the FAV ▲ ▼ buttons on the remote control to select your
favorite channels.
The FAV ▲ ▼ buttons will not work until you have programmed
your favorite channels.

456

789

VOL

RESET CAP/TEXT 1/2

STILL LOCATE SWAP PIP

CODE MTS SLEEP MUTE

+

CH

MENU/
ENTER

–

CH

PIP CHPIP CH

100

0

VOL

FAVEXIT RECALL TV/VIDEO

FAV

Channel
Numbers

+–

Menu/
Enter

Exit

Favorite
Channels

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To clear your favorite channels:

1. Select a channel you want to clear.

2. Press MENU, then press

or to display the OPTION menu.

3. Press ▲ or ▼ to highlight FAVORITE CH.

4. Press

or to display the FAVORITE CH menu. SET/CLEAR will

be highlighted.

PICTURE AUDIO SET UPCHOPTION

FAVORITE CH : CH 12

SET/CLEAR SET CLEAR

SET UP CH

TV CABLE
SELECT
END EXIT

5. Press the

PICTURE AUDIO SET UPCHOPTION

FAVORITE CH : CH 12

SET/CLEAR SET CLEAR

SET UP CH

TV CABLE
SELECT
END EXIT

736 4 1
12 125 63 40
13 28 97 112

SET ENTER

or to highlight CLEAR.

736 4 1
12 125 63 40
13 28 97 112

CLEAR ENTER

POWER

TV VCR CABLE

123

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789

VOL

RESET CAP/TEXT 1/2

STILL LOCATE SWAP PIP

CODE MTS SLEEP MUTE

+

CH

MENU/
ENTER

–

CH

PIP CHPIP CH

CH RTN

ENT

100

0

FAVEXIT RECALL TV/VIDEO

FAV

VOL

+–

Channel
Numbers

Menu/
Enter

Exit

Important

Safeguards

Toshiba

Welcome to

your TV

Connecting

6. Press ENTER until “0” replaces the channel number you want to
erase.

7. Press EXIT to clear the screen.

8. Repeat steps 1 through 6 for the other channels.

Using the V-Chip (parental control) feature

The V-Chip function is av ailable only for the U.S. V-Chip system.
The Canadian V-Chip system is not supported.

You can prevent others from viewing certain programs or channels by
blocking them using the V-Chip feature.

Selecting a PIN code

Before you can block programs and channels, you must select a
personal identification number (PIN) code. The PIN code you select
prevents others from changing the rating limits you set.

To select your PIN code and access the V-Chip menus:

1. Press MENU, then press

2. Press ▲ or ▼ to highlight V-CHIP.

PICTURE AUDIO SET UPCHOPTION

LANGUAGE
CH LABEL START

FAVORITE CH

V-CHIP

LOCK
COLORSTREAM
SELECT START

ENGLISH

START
START
START
DVD

or to highlight the OPTION menu.

POWER

TV VCR CABLE

123

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VOL

RESET CAP/TEXT 1/2

STILL LOCATE SWAP PIP

CODE MTS SLEEP MUTE

+

CH

MENU/
ENTER

–

CH

PIP CHPIP CH

CH RTN

ENT

100

0

FAVEXIT RECALL TV/VIDEO

FAV

VOL

+–

Channel
Numbers

Menu/
Enter

Exit

Using the

Remote Control

your TV

Setting up

Features

Features

Using the TV’s

Using the TV’s

Note:

This selected PIN code is also used in the LOCK menu; see pages 21-

22.

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Appendix

3. Press or to display the V-CHIP menu.

PICTURE AUDIO SET UPCHOPTION

V-CHIP
BLOCKING RESET

PIN CODE

SELECT
END EXIT

SET ENTER

[0-9]

4. Use the Channel Number buttons (0-9) to enter your PIN code.
If you are accessing the V-Chip menus for the first time, select a
four-digit number to be your PIN code. Press ENTER. The
BLOCKING menu appears.

PICTURE AUDIO SET UPCHOPTION

V-CHIP

ENABLE BLOCKING ON OFF

SET RATING
BLOCKING OPTION
NEW PIN CODE

START
START
START

ADJUSTSELECT

5. You may no w enable blocking. See “Blocking programs by ratings”
(below), “Locking channels” (page 21), “To change your PIN code”
(below), or “Blocking unrated movies or programs” (page 21).

Note:

If you forget your PIN code, press RECALL
four times within five seconds from the V-CHIP
menu. This allows you to proceed to the
BLOCKING menu and resets your PIN code.

Features

Using the TV’s

To change your PIN code:

1. Press MENU, then press

or to display the OPTION menu.

2. Press ▲ or ▼ to highlight V-CHIP.

3. Press

or to display the V-CHIP menu.

4. Use the Channel Number buttons (0-9) to enter your PIN code.
If you are accessing the V-Chip menus for the first time, select a
four-digit number to be your PIN code. Press ENTER. The
BLOCKING menu appears.

5. Press ▲ or ▼ to highlight NEW PIN CODE and press

or to

display the NEW PIN CODE menu.

6. Use the Channel Number buttons (0-9) to enter a new code. Press
ENTER.

7. Press EXIT to return to the normal viewing.

Blocking programs by ratings

The Motion Picture Association of America (MPAA) uses a rating
system to qualify motion picture content. Television broadcasters
employ a rating system to qualify the content of television programs, as
well. The MPAA, Youth TV and TV ratings work with the V-Chip feature
and allow you to block out programming above the rating limits you
determine.

POWER

TV VCR CABLE

123

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VOL

RESET CAP/TEXT 1/2

STILL LOCATE SWAP PIP

CODE MTS SLEEP MUTE

+

CH

MENU/
ENTER

–

CH

PIP CHPIP CH

CH RTN

ENT

100

0

FAVEXIT RECALL TV/VIDEO

FAV

VOL

Channel
Numbers

+–

Menu/
Enter

Exit

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MPAA Ratings

X For adults only.
NC17 Not intended for anyone 17 or under.
R Restricted. Under 17 requires an accompanying

parent or adult guardian.

PG13 Parents strongly cautioned. Some material may be

inappropriate for children under 13.

PG Parental guidance suggested. Some material may

not be appropriate for children.

G General audience. Appropriate for all ages.

Important

Safeguards

Y outh TV Ratings

Y7FV , Y7, Y Directed to older children. This program is designed

for children age 7 and above. Programs in which
fantasy violence may be more intense or combative
than other programs in this category are designated
TV-Y7-FV.

Y All children. This program is designed to be appropri-

ate for all children.

TV Ratings

MA Mature audience only. This program is specifically

designed to be viewed by adults and therefore may
be unsuitable for children under 17.

Language Crude or indecent language.
Sex Explicit sexual activity.
Violence Graphic violence.

14 Parents strongly cautioned. This program contains

some material that many parents would find unsuit­able for children under 14 years of age.

Dialog Intensely suggestive dialog.
Language Strong, coarse language.
Sex Intense sexual situations.
Violence Intense violence.

Note:

To see the rating of the program you are
viewing, press RECALL at any time.

Toshiba

Welcome to

your TV

Connecting

Using the

Remote Control

PG Parental guidance suggested. This program contains

material that parents may find unsuitable for younger
children.
Dialog Some suggestive dialog.
Language Infrequent coarse language.
Sex Some sexual situations.
Violence Moderate violence.

G General audience. Most parents would find this

program suitable for all ages.

No DLSV Programs without any Dialog, Language, Sex or

Violence ratings.

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your TV

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Features

Features

Using the TV’s

Using the TV’s

Appendix

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To use the V-Chip to block programs by rating:

1. Press MENU, then press

or to display the OPTION menu.

2. Press ▲ or ▼ to highlight V-CHIP.

3. Press

or to display the V-CHIP menu.

4. Use the Channel Number buttons (0-9) to enter your PIN code.
If you are accessing the V-Chip menus for the first time, select a
four-digit number to be your PIN code. Press ENTER.
The BLOCKING menu appears.

PICTURE AUDIO SET UPCHOPTION

V-CHIP

ENABLE BLOCKING ON OFF

SET RATING
BLOCKING OPTION
NEW PIN CODE

START
START
START

ADJUSTSELECT

5. Press ▲ or ▼ to highlight ENABLE BLOCKING.

• Press

or to highlight ON to enable the V-Chip and program

blocking by rating.

• Press

or to highlight OFF to disable the V-Chip and program

blocking by rating.

6. Press ▲ or ▼ to highlight SET RATING. Then, press

or to

display the SET RATING menu.

POWER

TV VCR CABLE

123

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789

VOL

RESET CAP/TEXT 1/2

STILL LOCATE SWAP PIP

CODE MTS SLEEP MUTE

+

CH

MENU/
ENTER

–

CH

PIP CHPIP CH

CH RTN

ENT

100

0

FAVEXIT RECALL TV/VIDEO

FAV

VOL

Channel
Numbers

+–

Menu/
Enter

Exit

Features

Using the TV’s

PICTURE AUDIO SET UPCHOPTION

SET RATING

MPAA

RATING

YOUTH TV

RATING
MORE

SELECT

NC17 R

XXX

X

Y7FV Y7 Y

XXX

ADJUST

PG G

PG13

XXX

PICTURE AUDIO SET UPCHOPTION

TV RATING

DIALOG

LANGUAGE
SEX
VIOLENCE
NO DLSV
V-CHIP MENU

SELECT

MA 14 PG G

XX
XXX
XXX
XXX
XXXX

START

ADJUST

7. Press ▲ or ▼ to highlight MPAA Rating, Youth TV Rating or
individual TV Ratings.

8. Press

or to select the ratings that will be blocked. Blocked
ratings are signified by a red “X”. Unblocked ratings are signified
by a green “

✓”. As you block ratings, all ratings higher than the

ones you select are blocked, as well. For example, if you choose
to block the MPAA rating R, the higher ratings, NC17 and X, are
automatically blocked, too.

9. When you are done selecting the ratings to be blocked, press
EXIT to return to the normal viewing.

When you try to view a program with a ratings block, a message will
appear listing the program’s ratings. The program can still be viewed if
you press MUTE and then enter your PIN code to temporarily bypass
the block.

Note:

Not all programs are rated. To block programs
or movies that are unrated, see “Blocking
unrated movies or programs”, page 21.

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Blocking unrated movies or programs

Some movies and programs are not rated. You can block these movies
and programs using the V-Chip.

To block unrated movies or programs:

1. Press MENU, then press

or to display the OPTION menu.

2. Press ▲ or ▼ to highlight V-CHIP.

3. Press

or to display the V-CHIP menu.

4. Use the Channel Number buttons (0-9) to enter your PIN code.
If you are accessing the V-Chip menus for the first time, select a
four-digit number to be your PIN code. Press ENTER.
The BLOCKING menu appears.

5. Press ▲ or ▼

6. Press

to

highlight BLOCKING OPTION.

or to display the BLOCKING OPTION menu.

7. Press ▲ or ▼ to highlight MPAA UNRATED.

• Press

• Press

or to highlight ON to block unrated movies.
or to highlight OFF to unblock unrated movies.

8. Press ▲ or ▼ to highlight TV NONE RATING.

• Press

or to highlight ON to block programs with a rating of
“TV NONE.” When you select ON, the message “NOTICE:
ENABLING THIS OPTION MAY BLOCK EMERGENCY
MESSAGES” appears.

• Press

or to highlight OFF to unblock programs with a rating
of “TV NONE”.

9. Press EXIT to return to the normal viewing.

Using the LOCK menu

The LOCK menu includes the CH LOCK, VIDEO LOCK, GAME TIMER
and NEW PIN CODE functions.
You can use these functions after entering the correct PIN code. (This
PIN code is the same one selected under "Selecting a PIN code" on
page 17.)

Locking channels

With the CH LOCK feature, you can lock specific channels. You will not
be able to tune locked channels unless you clear the setting. You can
choose to lock up to nine TV channels and nine cable channels.

To lock channels:

1. Use the Channel Number Buttons (0-9) to display the television
channel you wish to lock.

2. Press MENU, then press

3. Press ▲ or ▼ to highlight LOCK.

4. Press

or to display the LOCK menu.

5. Use the Channel Number buttons (0-9) to enter your PIN code,
then press ENTER. The LOCK menu
appears.

6 . Press ▲ or ▼ to highlight CH LOCK

and press

or to display the CH

LOCK menu.

7. Press

or to select:

• SET to set the channel as one to be

locked.

• CLEAR to clear all channels from the

list of locked channels.

8. Repeat steps 1 through 7 to lock other
channels. When you are finished
locking channels, press EXIT to return
to the normal viewing.

If you try to tune a locked channel, the TV
will not display it, but will display the nearest
unlocked channel.

or to display the OPTION menu.

PICTURE AUDIO SET UPCHOPTION

LOCK

CH LOCK START

VIDEO LOCK
GAME TIMER

NEW PIN CODE
SELECT ADJUST

PICTURE AUDIO SET UPCHOPTION

CH LOCK : CH 12

SET/CLEAR SET CLEAR

LOCKED CH
TV CABLE

SELECT
END EXIT

OFF
OFF

START

000
000
000

SET ENTER

Note:

Blocking television programs with a rating of
“TV NONE” may block emergency messages.

POWER

TV VCR CABLE

CH

MENU/
ENTER

CH

CH RTN

ENT

100

+

–

FAVEXIT RECALL TV/VIDEO

FAV

0

VOL

+–

Channel
Numbers

Menu/
Enter

Exit

123

456

789

VOL

PIP CHPIP CH

RESET CAP/TEXT 1/2

STILL LOCATE SWAP PIP

CODE MTS SLEEP MUTE

Note:

If you are accessing the LOCK menus or
V-Chip menus for the first time, choose a
four-digit number to be your PIN code.

Note:

After programming CH LOCK, change
channels before turning off the television.

Important

Safeguards

Toshiba

Welcome to

your TV

Connecting

Using the

Remote Control

your TV

Setting up

Features

Features

Using the TV’s

Using the TV’s

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Appendix