Toshiba 32A60, 36A60, 27A60 User Manual

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ANUAL

Color Television

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Toshiba

Welcome to

your TV

Connecting

Using the

Remote Control

27A60
32A60

your TV

Setting up

Features

Using the TV’s

Appendix

36A60

© TOSHIBA CORPORATION, 2000

Index

Reference

Reference

SAFETY PRECAUTIONS

WARNING
TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE OR ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO

NOT EXPOSE THIS APPLIANCE TO RAIN OR MOISTURE.

IMPORTANT SAFETY
INSTRUCTIONS

INSTRUCCIONES DE

ADVERTENCIA RIESGO DE

DESCARGA ELÉCTRICIA - NO ABRIR

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.

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.

PRECAUCIONES

PARA EVITAR DESCARGAS ELÉCTRICAS, NO UTILICE ESTE
ENCHUFE POLARIZADO CON UN RECEPTÁCULO DE
CABLE DE EXTENSIÓN U OTRA TOMA SALVO QUE LA
CLAVIJA ESTÉ COMPLETAMENTE INSERTADA EN LA
TOMA PARA EVITAR CUALQUIER EXPOSICIÓN DE LOS
VÁSTAGOS DEL ENCHUFE POLARIZADO.

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.

ADVERTENCIA

Para evitar daños personales:

• No se ponga de pie en el TV ni suba a él.

• No coloque el vídeo (p. ej. VCR) ni otro objeto pesado en la parte
superior del TV.

Avoid displaying stationary images on your TV screen for extended
periods of time. Stationary patterns generated by a picture-in-picture
(PIP) display, computer displays, video games, stock market reports,
etc., can become permanently engrained on the picture tube. This
damage is not protected by your warranty because it is the result of
misuse. If you wish to use your TV to display still images, reduce
brightness and contrast settings. Never leave a PIP, computer, or video
game display unattended.

This TV set may be used with the Toshiba stand listed on page 32. Use
with other stands may result in instability, causing possible injury.

Note to CATV system installers in the USA

This reminder is provided 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.

SEGURIDAD

CAUTION

PLEASE READ AND OBSERVE ALL WARNINGS AND
INSTRUCTIONS CONTAINED IN THIS SECTION AND
THOSE ON YOUR TV SET.

RETAIN THIS SECTION FOR REFERENCE.

PRECAUCIÓN

LEA Y TENGA EN CUENTA TODAS LAS ADVERTENCIAS E
INSTRUCCIONES QUE SE ENCUENTRAN EN ESTE
PANFLETO Y LAS DE LOS APARATOS DE TELEVISIÓN.

MANTENGA ESTE PANFLETO PARA FUTURAS
REFERENCIAS.

Electrical energy can perform many useful functions. This TV set has
been engineered and manufactured to assure your personal safety.
However, improper use can result in potential electrical shock or fire
hazards. In order not to defeat the safeguards incorporated in this TV
set, observe the following basic rules for antenna/TV installation, use
and servicing.

Do not remove the cabinet cover. This may expose you to dangerous
voltages. Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel.

La energía eléctrica puede realizar funciones muy útiles. Este televisor
ha sido diseñado y fabricado para asegurar su seguridad personal. Sin
embargo, la utilización inadecuada del mismo puede resultar en
descargas eléctricas o en el riesgo de incendios. Para no anular las
protecciones incorporadas en este televisor, tenga en cuenta las reglas
básicas de instalación de la antena/televisor, y en caso de proplemas
póngase en contacto con un centro de reparaciones.

No extraiga de la cubierta de la caja. Esto podría dejarle expuesto a
tensiones peligrosas. En caso de averia, consulte los servicios de
personal cualificado.

INSTALLATION / INSTALACIÓN

Power Sources — The TV set should be operated only from the type of
power source indicated on the TV set or as indicated in the Owner’s
Manual. If you are not sure of the type of power supply in your home,
consult your sales person or your local power company. For TV sets
designed to operate from battery power, refer to the operating
instructions.

Fuentes de alimentación — Este televisor solamente deberá alimentarse
con la fuente de alimentación indicada en la etiqueta de características.
Si no está seguro del tipo de fuente de alimentación de su hogar,
consulte al proveedor de su televisor o a la compañia eléctrica local.
Para productos destinados a alimentarse con pilas, u otras fuentes,
consulte las instrucciones de operación.

Grounding or Polarization — The TV set is equipped with one of the
following type plugs. If the plug should fail to fit the power outlet,
contact your electrician to replace your obsolete outlet. DO NOT
defeat the safety purpose of the type plug on the TV set.

Puesta a tierra o polarización — Este televisor puede poseer un enchufe
de los tipos siguinetes. Si el enchufe no entra en la toma de la red, póngase
en contacto con un electricista para que le cambie la toma anticuada. NO
anule el fin de seguirdad de sete tipo de enchufe del televisor.

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A polarized alternating current line plug — having one blade wider
than the other. This plug will fit into the power outlet only one way. If
you are unable to insert the plug into the outlet, try reversing the plug.

Un enchufe de línea de corriente alterna polarizado — posee una
cuchilla más ancha que la otra. Este enchufe entrará en la toma de la
red de una sola forma. Si no puede inertar el enchufe en la toma de la
red, trate de invertirlo.

Alternate Warnings — A three-wire grounding-type plug — a plug
having a third (grounding) pin. This plug will only fit into grounding­type power outlet.

Advertencias alternativas — Enchufe de tippo puesta a tierra de tres
conductores — enchufe que posee un tercer terminal (de puesta a
tierra). Este enchufe solamente encajará en una toma de la red de tipo
puesta a tierra.

Water and Moisture — Do not use the TV set near water — for
example, near a bath tub, wash bowl, kitchen sink, or laundry tub; in a
wet basement; or near a swimming pool; and the like.

Agua y humedad — No utilice el televisor cerca del agua — por
ejemplo, cerca de una bañera, un lavabo, un fregadero, una lavadora, en
un sótano húmedo, cerca de una piscina, ni lugares por el estilo.

Ventilation — The slots and openings in the cabinet and in the back or
bottom are provided for necessary ventilation. Never block or cover
these slots and openings to ensure reliable operation of the TV set and
to protect it from overheating.

Ventilación — Las ranuras y aberturas de la caja y de la parte posterior
o de la base son para proporcionar la ventilación necesaria. Para
asegurar la operación fiable del televisor para protegerlo contra el
recalentamiento. No bloquee ni cubra nunca estas ranuras y aberturas.

a. Never cover the slots and openings with a cloth or other materials.
a. No cubra nunca las ranuras ni las aberturas con paños ni otros

materiales.

b. Never block the slots and openings by placing the TV set on a bed,

sofa, rug or other similar surface.

b. No bloquee nunca las ranuras ni las aberturas colocando el televisor

sobre una cama, un sofá, una alfombra, ni demás superficies similares.

c. Never place the TV set in a confined space such as a bookcase, built-

in cabinet, or any other place of poor ventilation.

c. No coloque nunca el televisor en un espacio cubierto, como una

librería o un estante empotrados, nien un lugar de mala ventilación.

Heat — Do not place the TV set near or over a radiator or heat
register, or where it is exposed to direct sunlight.

Calor — No coloque el televisor cerca ni sobre un radiador ni un
registro de calor, ni expuesto a la luz solar directa.

Power-Cord Protection — Do not allow anything to rest on or roll
over the power cord, and do not place the TV set where the power cord
is subject to wear or abuse.

Protección del cable de alimentación — No coloque ni pase sobre el
cable de alimentación, ni coloque el telivisor donde su cable de
alimentación pueda sufir cualquier tipo de daños.

Accessories — Do not place the TV set on an unstable cart, stand,
tripod, bracket, or table. The TV set may fall, causing serious injury to
a child or adult, and serious damage to the TV set. Use only with a cart,
stand, tripod, bracket, or table recommended by the manufacturer, or
sold with the TV set, and should use a mounting accessory recom­mended by the manufacturer.

Accesorios — No coloque el televisor sobre un carrito, una base, un
trípode, un soporte ni una mesea inestable. El televisor podría caerse,
causando serios daños a niños o adultos, o al propio televisor. Utilice
solamente el carrito, la base, el trípode, el soporte, o la mesa que
recomiende el fabricante, o que se venda con el televisor, y utilice un
accesorio de montaje recomendado por el fabricante.

A product and cart combination
should be moved with care. Quick
stops, excessive force, and uneven
surfaces may cause the product
and cart combination to overturn.

La combinación de un producto y
un carrito deberá moverse con
cuidado. Las paradas repentinas,
la fuerza excesiva, y las superficies
desiguales pondrían hacer que
volcase la combinación del carrito
y del producto.

USE / UTILIZACIÓN

Overloading — Do not overload wall outlets, extension cords or
convenience receptacles beyond their capacity, since this can result in
fire or electric shock.

Sobrecarga — No sobrecargue las tomas de la red, los cables
prolongadores, ni los adaptadores para múltiples tomas, ya que esto
supondría el riesgo de incendios o de descargas eléctricas.

During lightning storms, or when the TV set will be left unattended
and unused for a long period of time, unplug the power cord from the
wall outlet and disconnect the antenna or cable system. This will
prevent damage to the TV set due to lightning and power-line surges.

Durante tormentas eléctricas, o cuando no vaya a utilizar el televisor
durante mucho tiempo, desenchufe el cable de alimentación de la toma
de la red y desconecte la antena o el sistema de cablevisión. Esto evitará
que se dañe el televisor debido a rayos y a sobretensiones repentinas en
la red.

Object and Liquid Entry — Never push objects of any kind into the
TV set through the cabinet slots as they may touch dangerous voltage
points or short out parts that could result in a fire or electric shock.
Never spill liquid of any kind on the TV set.

Entrada de objetos y líquidos — No introduzca nunca objetos de
ningún tipo en este televisor a través de las aberturas, ya que podrían
tocar puntos de tensión peligrosa o cortocircuitar piezas, lo que podría
resultar en incendio o descarga eléctrica. No vierta nunca liquidos de
ningún tipo sobre este televisor.

Cleaning — Unplug the TV set from the wall outlet before cleaning or
polishing it. Do not use liquid cleaners or aerosol cleaners. Use a cloth
lightly dampened with water for cleaning the exterior of the TV set.

Limpieza — Desenchufe el televisor de la toma de la red antes de
limpiarlo. No utilice limpiadores líquidos ni aerosoles. Para limpiar el
exterior del televisor, utilice un paño ligeramente humedecido en agua.

Attachments — Never add accessories that have not been specifically
designed for the TV set. Never remodel the TV set by yourself as this
can result in a fire hazard or electric shock.

Aditamentos — No utilice aditamentos no recomendados por el
fabricante del televisor, ya que podrían suponer un peligro. No
remodele nunca el televisor usted mismo, ya que esto podría causar el
riesgo de incendios o descargas eléctricas.

If a snapping or popping sound from a TV set is heard continuously or
frequently while the TV set is operated, unplug the TV set and consult
your dealer or service technician. It is normal for some TV sets to make
occasional snapping or popping sounds, particularly when being turned
on or off.

Si se oye un sonido seco de un televisor continuo o frecuente mientras
el televisor esté funcionando, desenchúfelo y consulte a su proveedor o
a un técnico de servicio. Es normal que algunos televisores produzcan
sonidos secos, particularmente cuando conecte o desconecte su
alimentación.

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SERVICE / SERVICIO DE REPARACIÓN

Damage Requiring Service — Unplug the TV set from the wall outlet
and refer servicing to qualified service personnel under the following
conditions:

Daños que requieren el servicio de reparación — En los casos
siguientes, desenchufe el televisor de la toma de la red y solicite los
servicios de personal de reparación especializado:

a. When the power cord or plug is damaged or frayed.
a. Cuando se haya dañado el cable de alimentación o el enchufe.
b. When liquid has been spilled into the TV set.

b. Cuando se haya vertido líquido dentro del televisor.

c. When the TV set has been exposed to rain or water.

c. Cuando el televisor haya estado expuesto a la lluvia o al agua.

d. When the TV set has been subject to excessive shock by being

dropped, or the cabinet has been damaged.

d. Cuando el televisor haya estado expuesto a golpes excesivos o haya

caído, o su caja se haya dañado.

e. When the TV set does not operate normally even though you follow

the operating instructions. Adjust only those controls that are
specified in the operating instructions. Improper adjustment of
other controls may result in damage and will often require extensive
work by a qualified technician to restore the TV set to normal
operation.

When the TV set exhibits a distinct change in performance. This
indicates a need for service.

e. Cuando el televisor no funcione normalmente incluso al seguir las

instrucciones de operación. Ajuste solamente los controles indicados
en las instrucciones de operación, ya que un ajuste inadecuado de
otros controles podría resultar en daños y a menudo requerirán un
trabajo difícil por un técnico cualificado para devolver el televisor a
su funcionamiento normal.

Cuando el funcionamiento del televisor haya cambiado
notablemente — esto indica la necesidad del servicio de reparación.

Servicing — Do not attempt to service the TV set yourself. To open or
remove the covers may expose you to dangerous voltage or other
hazards. Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel.

Reparación — No intente nunca reparar el televisor por sí mismo. La
apertura o extracción de cubiertas podría exponerle a tensiones
peligrosas u otros peligros. En caso de avería solicite los servicios de
personal de reparación cualificado.

Replacement Parts — When replacement parts are required, be sure
the service technician certifies in writing that he has used replacement
parts specified by the manufacturer that have the same characteristics as
the original parts. Unauthorized substitutions may result in fire, electric
shock, or other hazards.

Reemplazo de piezas — Cuando sea necesario reemplazar piezas,
cerciórese de que el técnico de reparación utilice las piezas de reemplazo
especificadas por el fabricante u otras que posean las mismas
características que las originales. Las substituciones no autorizadas
podrían resultar en incendios, descargas eléctricas, u otros peligros.

Safety Check — Upon completion of any service or repairs to the TV
set, ask the service technician to perform routine safety checks (as
specified by the manufacturer) to determine that the TV set is in safe
operating condition, and to so certify.

Comprobación de seguridad — Al finalizar cualquier reparación de
este televisor, solicite al técnico de reparación que realice las
comprobaciones de sguridad (especificadas por el fabricante) para
determinar y certificar si el producto se encuentra en las condiciones de
operación apropiadas.

When the TV set reaches the end of its useful life, improper disposal
could result in a picture tube implosion. Ask a qualified service
technician to dispose of the TV set.

Cuando el televisor llegue al final de su vida útil, si se deshace de él de
forma inapropiada, el tubo de imagen puede explotar. Cuando desee
deshacerse de un televisor, solicite este servicio a un técnico de
reparación especializado.

ANTENNA / ANTENA

Outdoor Antenna Grounding — If an outdoor antenna is installed,
follow the precautions below.

An outdoor antenna system should not be located in the vicinity of
overhead power lines or other electric light or power circuits, or where
it can come in contact with such power lines or circuits.

WHEN INSTALLING AN OUTDOOR ANTENNA SYSTEM,
EXTREME CARE SHOULD BE TAKEN TO KEEP FROM
CONTACTING SUCH POWER LINES OR CIRCUITS AS
CONTACT WITH THEM IS ALMOST INVARIABLY FATAL.

Be sure the antenna system is grounded so as to provide some
protection against voltage surges and built-up static charges. Section
810 of the National Electrical Code in the USA and Section 54 of the
Canadian Electrical Code in Canada provides information with respect
to proper grounding of the mast and supporting structure, grounding
of the lead-in wire to an antenna discharge unit, size of grounding
conductors, location of antenna discharge unit, connection to
grounding electrodes, and requirements for the grounding electrode.

Puesta a tierra de la antena exterior — Cuando instale una antena
exterior, tenga en cuenta las precauciones siguientes.

Un sistema de antena esterior no deberá colocarse cerca de líneas de alta
tensión ni otros circuitos de iluminación o alimentación, ni donde
pueda entrar en contacto con tales líneas o circuitos.

CUANDO INSTALE UN SISTEMA DE ANTENA EXTERIOR,
TENGA EXTREMADO CUIDADO PARA EVITAR QUE ENTRE
EN CONTACTO CON TALES LÍNEAS DE ALIMENTACIÓN O
CIRCUITOS, YA QUE TAL CONTACTO PODRÍA RESULTAR
INVARIABLEMENTE FATAL.

Cerciórese de que el sistema de antena esté puesto a tierra a fin de que
proporcione cierta protección contra sobretensiones y cargas estáticas.
La Sección 810 del Código Eléctrico Nacional (NEC) de EE.UU. y la
Sección 54 del Código Eléctrico Canadiense ofrecen informacón con
respecto a la puesta a tierra adecuada de una unidad de descarga de
antena, el tamaño de los conductores de puesta a tierra, la ubicación de
la unidad de descarga de la antena, la conexión de los electrodos de
puesta a tierra, y los requisitos de tales electrodos.

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Welcome to Toshiba ..............................................................................................................................1

Exploring your new TV............................................................................................................................... 1

Selecting a location for the TV .................................................................................................................... 1

Connecting your TV ............................................................................................................................... 2

Connecting a VCR...................................................................................................................................... 2

Connecting a cable converter box................................................................................................................ 3

Connecting a cable converter box and a VCR ............................................................................................. 3

Connecting a DVD/satellite receiver and a VCR ......................................................................................... 4

Connecting a DVD with ColorStream™ and a VCR ................................................................................. 4

Connecting two VCRs ................................................................................................................................ 5

Connecting a camcorder ............................................................................................................................. 6

Connecting an audio amplifier .................................................................................................................... 6

Using the remote control .....................................................................................................................7

Preparing the remote control for use ........................................................................................................... 7

Installing the remote control batteries ......................................................................................................... 7

Using the remote control with a VCR or a cable TV converter .................................................................... 7

Programming the remote control for use with a VCR or a cable TV converter ............................................ 8

VCR code table ..................................................................................................................................... 9

Cable TV converter code table .............................................................................................................. 9

Location of controls .................................................................................................................................. 11

Setting up your TV .............................................................................................................................. 12

Changing the on-screen display language .................................................................................................. 12

Selecting the antenna input ....................................................................................................................... 12

Using the TV/VIDEO button ............................................................................................................. 12

Adding channels to the TV’s memory ....................................................................................................... 13

Programming channels automatically .................................................................................................. 13

Adding and erasing channels manually ................................................................................................ 14

Changing channels .................................................................................................................................... 14

Using the TV’s features...................................................................................................................... 15

Adjusting the channel settings ................................................................................................................... 15

Switching between two channels ......................................................................................................... 15

Programming your favorite channels ................................................................................................... 15

Using the V-Chip ...................................................................................................................................... 16

Selecting a PIN code ........................................................................................................................... 16

Blocking programs by ratings .............................................................................................................. 17

Blocking unrated movies or programs ................................................................................................. 20

Blocking channels ............................................................................................................................... 20

Video Lock ............................................................................................................................................... 21

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Labeling channels ...................................................................................................................................... 22

Video Label ............................................................................................................................................... 23

Watching picture-in-picture (PIP) ............................................................................................................. 24

Switching the main and small pictures ................................................................................................ 25

Changing the position of the small picture .......................................................................................... 25

Freezing the small picture.................................................................................................................... 25

Watching multi-window PIP ..................................................................................................................... 25

Adjusting the picture ................................................................................................................................. 26

Adjusting the picture quality ............................................................................................................... 26

Selecting the color temperature ........................................................................................................... 27

Adjusting the picture preferences......................................................................................................... 27

Watching video input ................................................................................................................................ 27

Displaying on-screen information ............................................................................................................. 27

Setting the off-timer .................................................................................................................................. 27

Auto power off .......................................................................................................................................... 28

Using the closed caption feature ................................................................................................................ 28

Adjusting the sound .................................................................................................................................. 29

Muting the sound ............................................................................................................................... 29

Selecting stereo/SAP broadcasts ........................................................................................................... 29

Adjusting the sound quality................................................................................................................. 30

Using the surround sound feature ....................................................................................................... 31

Viewing the demonstration mode ............................................................................................................. 31

Understanding the last mode memory feature ........................................................................................... 31

Appendix ............................................................................................................................................... 32

Cleaning and care...................................................................................................................................... 32

Troubleshooting ........................................................................................................................................ 32

Specifications ............................................................................................................................................ 33

Limited United States warranty ................................................................................................................. 34

Attention Canadian customers ............................................................................................................ 35

Index ...................................................................................................................................................... 36

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wide prong

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. Please make sure you’ve
received the following items: TV, remote control, batteries, manual, registration card, and extended service plan
literature. If you did not receive all of the items, or any of the items are damaged or broken, please contact your
Toshiba dealer. In addition, you may need to purchase other audio or video cables to connect your equipment.
See “Connecting your TV” on page 2 for more information.

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

Toshiba

Welcome to

This manual applies to models 27A60, 32A60 and 36A60, and there are slight differences among them.
The 36A60 is the model used for illustration purposes. Instructions in this manual are based on using the

Remote Control. Check the model of your TV before using this manual.

Exploring your new TV

You can operate your TV by 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.

27A60

36A60

32A60

1

4

7

100

VOL VOL

TV
CABLE

ANT (75Ω)

ANT-1 OUT ANT-2

COLOR
STREAM
INPUT

ANT (75Ω)

ANT-1 OUT

ANT-2

INOUTDVD IN

VIDEO

VIDEO 2VIDEO 1

COLOR

Y

VIDEO

SYSTEM

MONO

L/MONO

INPUT

Cr

L

AUDIO

S VIDEO

AUDIOAUDIO

R

Cb

R

L

AUDIO

R

VIDEO

Y

L
MONO

Cb

AUDIO

Cr

R

VIDEO 2 VIDEO 1

INOUTDVD IN

VIDEO

L/MONO

AUDIO

R

S VIDEO

VCR

REC

SLOW PAUSE REW FF

PIP CH LOCATE SWAP

POWER

MUTERECALL

2

5

8

CH RTN

ENT

0

CH

MENU/
ENTER

CH

EXIT

TV/VIDEO

FAV CH

TV/VCR STOP PLAY

STILL SOURCE PIP

3

6

9

your TV

Connecting

Using the

Remote Control

your TV

Setting up

Features

Using the TV’s

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: ________________________

1

Caution:

The plug has one prong wider than the other
and will fit only one way into a standard
electrical outlet (120 volt AC, 60 Hz). If the
plug does not fit into the outlet, try turning it
around. If the plug still does not fit, the outlet
is probably non-standard and must be
replaced by a qualified electrician. Do not

tamper with the plug or try to force it
into a non-standard outlet.

Appendix

Index

Reference

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.)

your TV

Connecting

• 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

TM

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

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.

You will need:

• one coaxial cable

• one pair of audio cables (only one cable for a mono VCR)

• one video cable

Cable Lead-in from Cable Box
or Antenna

TV

COLOR

Y

STREAM
INPUT

Cb

L

AUDIO

Cr

R

ANT (75Ω)

ANT-1 OUT

VIDEO

L
MONO

AUDIO

R

ANT-2

VIDEO 2 VIDEO 1

INOUTDVD IN

VIDEO

L/MONO

AUDIO

R

S VIDEO

Caution:

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

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.

Reference

Stereo VCR

VIDEO AUDIO

LR

IN

OUT

IN from ANT

OUT to TV

CH 3
CH 4

2

Connecting a cable converter box

This connection allows you to watch cable and premium channels.
You should keep your TV selected to ANT-1 so that you can use the
TV features. When viewing premium channels, select ANT-2 and
tune the TV to channel 3 or 4 (whichever channel is vacant in your
area), then use the converter box to change channels.

You will need two coaxial cables.

From Cable

ANT (75Ω)

COLOR
STREAM
INPUT

L

AUDIO

R

Y

Cb

Cr

ANT-1 OUT

VIDEO

L
MONO

AUDIO

R

cable converter box

ANT-2

VIDEO 2 VIDEO 1

IN OUT

INOUTDVD IN

VIDEO

L/MONO

AUDIO

R

S VIDEO

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 videotapes. Change the TV to video
mode. Tune the VCR to channel 3 or 4 (the same channel as the cable
box output switch). Use the cable convertor box to change channels.
The PIP source should be set to TV mode. (see page 24)

You will need:

• three coaxial cables

• one pair of audio cables (only one cable for a mono VCR)

• one video cable

• cable splitter

From Cable

IN

IN OUT

cable converter box

TV

ANT (75Ω)

OUT

cable splitter

OUT

Caution:

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.

Toshiba

Welcome to

your TV

Connecting

Using the

Remote Control

your TV

Setting up

Features

Using the TV’s

Stereo VCR

COLOR

Y

STREAM
INPUT

Cb

L

AUDIO

Cr

R

VIDEO AUDIO

LR

ANT-1 OUT

VIDEO

L
MONO

AUDIO

R

IN

IN from ANT

OUT

ANT-2

VIDEO 2 VIDEO 1

INOUTDVD IN

VIDEO

L/MONO

AUDIO

R

OUT to TV

CH 3
CH 4

S VIDEO

Appendix

Index

Reference

3

Connecting a DVD/satellite receiver and a VCR

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

You will need:

your TV

Connecting

• one coaxial cable

• three pairs of audio cables (only one cable for a mono VCR)

• two video cables

• one S-video cable

DVD / Satellite Receiver

AUDIO

OUT

L

VIDEO

OUT

R

TV

COLOR
STREAM
INPUT

L

AUDIO

R

To Satellite

Y

Cb

Cr

ANT (75Ω)

ANT-1 OUT

VIDEO

VIDEO 2 VIDEO 1

L
MONO

AUDIO

R

Satellite IN

ANT-2

INOUTDVD IN

VIDEO

L/MONO

AUDIO

R

S VIDEO

S VIDEO

Caution:

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

Do not connect the video cable and the
S-video cable to Video-1 simultaneously.

To Antenna

Stereo VCR

VIDEO AUDIO

IN

OUT

LR

IN from ANT

OUT to TV

CH 3
CH 4

Connecting a DVD with ColorStream™ and a VCR

This connection allows you to watch DVD, video or TV programs
and to record DVD or TV programs. You can record from one source
and watch a program from another source. Your TV is capable of using
ColorStream (color difference). Connecting your TV to a ColorStream
compatible DVD, such as a Toshiba DVD, can greatly enhance
picture quality and performance.

You will need:

• one coaxial cable

• three pairs of audio cables (only one cable for a mono VCR)

• two video cables

• one set of ColorStream video cables

Reference

4

DVD Player with ColorStream

AUDIO

OUT

LRL

VIDEO

OUT

R

TM

COLORSTREAM

YCb Cr

TM

To Antenna

Toshiba

Welcome to

S VIDEO

TV

Stereo VCR

COLOR
STREAM
INPUT

Cb

L

AUDIO

Cr

R

VIDEO AUDIO

ANT-1 OUT

Y

L
MONO

AUDIO

R

LR

VIDEO

IN

OUT

ANT (75Ω)

VIDEO 2 VIDEO 1

IN from ANT

ANT-2

INOUTDVD IN

VIDEO

L/MONO

AUDIO

R

OUT to TV

S VIDEO

CH 3
CH 4

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.

You will need:

• one coaxial cable

• two pairs of audio cables (only two cables for mono VCRs)

• two video cables

Stereo VCR / Playback

VIDEO AUDIO

LR

IN

OUT

IN from ANT

OUT to TV

CH 3
CH 4

Caution:

To play from the DVD, the DVD and TV must
use ColorStream connections. To record from
the DVD, the DVD and TV must select Video.

Caution:

Do not connect one VCR to the output and
input jacks on the TV at the same time. If you
are using 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.

your TV

Connecting

Using the

Remote Control

your TV

Setting up

Features

Using the TV’s

TV

Stereo VCR / Recording

COLOR

Y

STREAM
INPUT

Cb

L

AUDIO

Cr

R

VIDEO AUDIO

LR

ANT (75Ω)

ANT-1 OUT

VIDEO

L
MONO

AUDIO

R

IN

OUT

ANT-2

VIDEO 2 VIDEO 1

IN from ANT

INOUTDVD IN

VIDEO

L/MONO

AUDIO

R

OUT to TV

S VIDEO

CH 3
CH 4

To Antenna

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Appendix

Index

Reference

Connecting a camcorder

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

You will need:

your TV

Connecting

• one pair of audio cables

• one video cable

Camcorder

TV Back

COLOR
STREAM
INPUT

L

AUDIO

R

Y

Cb

Cr

ANT (75Ω)

ANT-1 OUT

VIDEO

L

MONO

AUDIO

R

VIDEO 2 VIDEO 1

Caution:

If you are using a S-VHS camcorder with a
S-video output, connect this to the S-video
input on the TV and remove the video cable.
Do not connect the video cable and the
S-video cable to Video-1 simultaneously.

AUDIOVIDEO

OUT

L

R

ANT-2

INOUTDVD IN

VIDEO

L/MONO

S VIDEO

AUDIO

R

Connecting an audio amplifier

This connection allows you to use an audio amplifier to adjust the
audio level. This also allows you to use external speakers.

To control the audio, turn on the TV and the stereo amplifier.
You will need one pair of audio cables.

To Cable, Cable Box

Audio Amplifier

TV

or Antenna

COLOR
STREAM
INPUT

L

AUDIO

R

AUDIO

LR

ANT-1 OUT

Y

L
MONO

Cb

AUDIO

Cr

R

IN

OUT

VIDEO

ANT (75Ω)

VIDEO 2 VIDEO 1

ANT-2

INOUTDVD IN

VIDEO

L/MONO

AUDIO

R

S VIDEO

Reference

6

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 8.)

Installing the remote control batteries

To install the batteries:

1. Slide the battery cover off of the back of the remote control.

2. Install two “AA” 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 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.

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.

Toshiba

Welcome to

your TV

Connecting

Using the

Remote Control

3. Slide the battery cover back on to the remote control until the
lock snaps.

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

To control a Toshiba VCR:

Set the TV/CABLE/VCR switch to the VCR position. The
buttons shown to the right will then control the VCR. The
rest of the buttons will operate the TV as usual.

To control a cable TV converter:

Program the remote control to recognize the brand of your
converter (see “Programming the remote control for use with a
VCR or cable TV converter,” page 8). The shaded buttons shown
on the right will control the cable TV converter.

Set the TV/CABLE/VCR switch to the CABLE position.

POWER

MUTERECALL

2

1

4

5

8

7

100

VOL VOL

TV
CABLE

VCR

REC

TV/VCR STOP PLAY

STILL SOURCE PIP

SLOW PAUSE REW FF

PIP CH LOCATE SWAP

0

CH

MENU/
ENTER

CH

EXIT

FAV CH

CH RTN

ENT

TV/VIDEO

3

6

9

POWER

Channel
Number

Enter

Channel

TV/Cable/VCR

TV/VCR
Play

Stop
Record

Fast Forward
Rewind
Pause
Slow

Note:

Some cable/TV converters may require the
ENT key to be pressed after pressing channel
numbers. (i.e. 0 – 2 – ENT)

your TV

Setting up

Features

Using the TV’s

Appendix

Index

Reference

7

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

POWER

MUTERECALL

Recall
POWER

Using the

Remote Control

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. Refer to the “VCR code table” or “Cable TV converter code
table” on pages 9-10 to find the number that corresponds to 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. If you are reprogramming the remote control to operate your:

• VCR, set the TV/CABLE/VCR switch on the remote control
to VCR.

• cable converter, set the TV/CABLE/VCR switch on the
remote control to CABLE.

3. Hold down the RECALL button while using the Number buttons
to enter the three-digit code number of your brand of VCR or
converter.

4. Point the remote control at the VCR or converter and press
POWER to test the code number.

If the VCR or converter turns on, you have entered the right
number.

If the VCR or converter does not respond to the remote control,
you may have entered the wrong number. Repeat steps 1-4 with
another code number.

For future reference, write down the code numbers you used:
VCR code _____________________
Cable code _____________________

2

5

8

0

CH

CH

EXIT

3

6

9

CH RTN

ENT

Number

1

4

7

100

MENU/

VOL VOL

ENTER

TV

CABLE

VCR

Note:

• 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, it may
not respond to any of the code numbers for
your VCR brand name. In this case, set the
switch to the other position (VCR1 or
VCR2) and reprogram the remote control.

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