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Owner's Record 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:...
If the cabinet is very dirty, use a damp cloth to wipe the cabinet clean, then finish with a dry cloth. Use this TV set with the Toshiba stand listed on page 48 only. Use with other stands may result in...
Using the remote control ... 12 Preparing the remote control for use ... 12 Installing the remote control batteries ... 12 Using the remote control with a Toshiba VCR or cable TV converter ... 12 Programming the remote control for use with a non-Toshiba VCR or cable TV converter ...
Congratulations! You have purchased one of the finest projection 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. This manual applies to models 43H71, 53H71, and 61H71. Before you start reading, check the model number by looking at the rear of the TV.
Connecting your TV If you have not 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.
Connecting a cable converter box This connection allows you to watch basic and premium cable channels. To use the TV’s features, select ANT-1. To view premium channels, select ANT-2, tune the TV to channel 3 or 4 (whichever channel is vacant in your area), and use the converter box to change channels.
Connecting a DVD player or satellite receiver and a VCR This connection allows you to watch DVD/satellite, VCR, and TV programs, and record one TV channel while watching another channel. You will need: • one coaxial cable • two pairs of audio cables (one single and one pair of audio cables for a mono VCR) •...
Your TV has ColorStream (component video) inputs. Connecting your TV to a component video-compatible DVD player (such as a Toshiba DVD player with ColorStream quality and realism. You will need: • one coaxial cable •...
Connecting a DTV receiver/set-top box with component video and a VCR This connection allows you to watch DTV (digital TV broadcast), VCR, and TV programs, and record DTV and TV programs. You can record from one source while watching a program from another source.
Connecting two VCRs This connection allows you to record (dub/edit) from one VCR to another VCR while watching a videotape. You can also record from one TV channel while watching another TV channel. You will need: • one coaxial cable •...
Connecting an audio system 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, and turn off the built-in speakers (see “Turning off the built-in speakers” on page 45).
The remote control can operate the TV, most VCRs, and most cable TV converters together, even if they are different brands. If you will be using your TV with a Toshiba VCR or cable TV converter, your remote control is already programmed and ready to use. If you own different brands of VCRs and/or converters, you must first program the remote control (see “Programming the remote control for use with...
VCR or cable TV converter The TV remote control is pre-programmed to operate Toshiba VCRs and cable TV converters. To program the TV remote control to operate non-Toshiba VCRs or cable converters: 1. Refer to the “VCR code table” or “Cable TV converter code table”...
Learning about the remote control turns the TV on and off POWER displays information on-screen (page 46) RECALL illuminates the keypad for five seconds LIGHT sets the TV to turn off at a specific time (page 41) TIMER selects the video input source (page 39) TV/VIDEO turns off the sound (page 42) MUTE...
• The main menus close automatically in 15 seconds if no selection is made; the other menus close automatically in 6 seconds (except the Convergence menu, which remains open until a button is pressed). • To close an on-screen menu instantly, press EXIT. 43H71 MENU MENU yzx • 53H71/61H71 MENU MENU yzx •...
Adding channels to the TV’s memory When you press Channel yz, the TV will select only the channels stored in the TV’s channel memory. Follow the steps below and on the next page to program all active channels into the TV’s memory. Programming channels automatically The TV can automatically detect all active channels in your area and store them in its memory.
To change to a specific channel (programmed or unprogrammed): Press the Channel Number buttons (0–9 and 100). For channels 100 and higher, press the 100 button, then the next two numbers. For example, to select channel 125, press 100, 2, 5. 43H71 MENU yzx • 53H71/61H71 MENU MENU yzx •...
MODE SPORTS FLESH TONE C I NEMA MODE F I LM / V I DEO COLOR TEMPERATURE COOL CONVERGENCE PREFERENCE SAVE NEW 43H71 MENU MENU yzx • 53H71/61H71 MENU MENU yzx • H orizontal LIGHT CABLE MUTE Ver tical STOP SOURCE...
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3. Press x or • to display the Center Convergence menu. BLUE T O A D J U S T ENTER T O S E L E C T C O L O R TO SELECT POS I T I ON If you see separate red, blue, or green crossed lines (or red or blue shadows next to white lines), you need to adjust the convergence.
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.
To clear a favorite channel: 1. Press MENU, and then press x or • until the CUSTOM menu appears. 2. Press y or z to highlight FAVORITE CH2, for example. 3. Press x or • to display the FAVORITE CH2 menu. 4.
Labeling channels Channel labels appear on-screen above the channel number display each time you turn on the TV, change the channel, or press RECALL. You can choose any four characters to identify a channel. To create channel labels: 1. Press MENU, and then press x or • until the CUSTOM menu appears.
Viewing wide-screen picture formats You can view programs that have the conventional TV picture format (4:3 aspect ratio) and the wide-screen format (16:9 aspect ratio). This feature is available for 1080i digital broadcasts and 480p/480i DVD signals connected to the ColorStream HD1 or HD2 jacks. Selecting the image shape (picture size) 1.
Using the PIP/double-window feature The PIP/double-window feature allows you to watch two pictures at the same time. The PIP picture can come from a TV broadcast or an external source such as a VCR. To display a TV broadcast in the PIP window: 1.
Switching the main and PIP pictures Press SWAP repeatedly while you are using the PIP feature to switch the main and PIP pictures. Small PIP picture mode Double-window PIP mode Changing the position of the small PIP picture Press LOCATE repeatedly while you are watching the small PIP picture.
Using the strobe function The strobe function strobes the action of the current program in a 9-picture multi-window. For example, you can watch a decisive moment of a sports program that has been recorded previously. To start the strobe function: Press STROBE.
Using the LOCKS menu The LOCKS menu includes the V-Chip, CH Lock, Video Lock, and New PIN Code functions. You can use these functions after entering the correct PIN code. Entering the PIN code 1. Press MENU, and then press x or • until the LOCKS menu appears.
Using the V-CHIP menu Some TV programs and movies include signals that classify the content of the program (violence, sex, dialog, language). The V-CHIP control feature in the TV detects the signals and blocks the programs according to your selections. To use this feature, perform the following setup.
MPAA RATING (Independent rating system for movies) 1. From the LOCKS menu, select MPAA RATING. 2. Press x or • to display the MPAA RATING menu, and then press z or y to highlight MPAA RATING. 3. Press x or • to display the MPAA RATING menu. LOCKS MPAA RAT I NG NC1 7...
Unlocking programs temporarily 1. If you try to watch a TV program that exceeds the rating limits you set, the TV enters into the program lock mode. TH I S PROGRAM HAS BEEN BLOCKED ! EXCEEDS SET L I I TS PUSH MUTE TO ENTER CABLE 2.
P I N CODE If a button on the front panel is pressed, the message “Not Available” appears. To deactivate the front panel lock: Highlight OFF in step 2 above. 43H71 MENU EXIT TV/VIDEO TOUCH FOCUS Front panel buttons that can be locked...
To save your new picture quality settings, you must select SAVE NEW PREFERENCE before closing the Picture menu or the TV will return to the previous picture mode (see page 37). 43H71 MENU MENU yzx • 53H71/61H71 MENU MENU yzx •...
Saving new preference You can save the PICTURE qualities you adjusted (contrast, brightness, color, tint, and sharpness) in the Preference mode. To save your new preferences: 1. Press MENU, and then press x or • until the PICTURE menu appears. 2.
Selecting the cinema mode When viewing a DVD movie (3–2 pulldown processed) from a DVD player connected to the ColorStream (component video) inputs on the TV, a smoother picture can be obtained by setting the CINEMA mode to FILM. To set the cinema mode to FILM: 1.
S-video IN connection instead of the ColorStream connection. • If you select ColorStream HD1 or HD2 while a PIP window is open, the PIP window will close. 43H71 MENU EXIT TV/VIDEO TOUCH FOCUS TV/VIDEO 53H71/61H71...
Using the closed caption feature The closed caption feature has two options: • Captions—An on-screen display of the dialogue, narration, and sound effects of TV programs and videos that are closed captioned (usually marked as “CC” in TV listings). • Text—An on-screen display of information not related to the current program, such as weather or stock data (when provided by individual stations).
Setting the sleep timer To set the sleep timer to turn off the TV automatically: 1. Press TIMER to set the length of time until the TV turns off. T I MER T I MER Every time you press TIMER, the time display will increase by 10 minutes, up to 180 minutes.
CH RTN ADV/ PIP CH MENU MENU/ ENTER yzx • ADV/ PIP CH STOP SOURCE PLAY PIP TV/VCR 43H71 STILL LOCATE SWAP MENU EXIT TV/VIDEO TOUCH FOCUS MENU yzx • 53H71/61H71 MENU EXIT TV/VIDEO TOUCH FOCUS POWER MENU yzx •...
Using the SRS 3D surround sound feature The SRS 3D surround sound feature expands the audio listening field wider and deeper to create exceptional sound quality from the TV’s speakers. The feature uses stereo signals from a TV broadcast or video input.
Resetting the audio adjustments The RESET function resets the audio adjustments to the following factory settings: Bass ... center (50) Treble ... center (50) Balance ... center (0) To reset the audio adjustments: 1. Press MENU, and then press x or • until the AUDIO menu appears.
Turning off the built-in speakers Use this feature to turn off the TV speakers when an audio system is connected (see “Connecting an audio system” on page 11). To turn off the built-in speakers: 1. Press MENU, and then press x or • until AUDIO menu appears.
Using the StableSound™ feature When the signal source is changed, the stable sound feature limits the high volume level to prevent extreme changes in volume. For example, this will prevent the sudden increase in volume that often happens when a TV program switches to a commercial. To turn on the StableSound feature: 1.
Viewing the demonstration mode The demonstration mode is an option available in the MENU button on the TV front panel that will demonstrate several of the TV’s features. To start the demo: Press and hold MENU on the TV front panel for 4 seconds. To stop the demo: Press RECALL, EXIT, or POWER.
53H71: 204 W (average) 61H71: 204 W (average) Audio Power 15 W + 15 W Speaker Type 43H71: Two 4-3/4 inches (12 cm) round 53H71: Two 6-5/16 inches (16 cm) round 61H71: Two 6-5/16 inches (16 cm) round Video/Audio Terminals S-VIDEO INPUT Y : 1 V(p-p), 75 ohm, negative sync.
Troubleshooting Before calling a service technician, please check the following table for a possible cause of the problem and some solutions. Problem TV will not turn on No picture, no sound No sound, picture OK Poor picture, sound OK Poor reception of broadcast channels Cannot receive above channel 13 Black box appears on the screen Unable to select a certain channel...
ATTENTION CANADIAN CONSUMERS: Canadian consumers are requested to complete the special Canadian “Warranty Registration Form” enclosed, and forward this completed form with a copy of bill of sale to TOSHIBA OF CANADA to “Register and Validate” their warranty. Products purchased in the U.S.A. and used in Canada are not covered by these warranties.
Index A/V receiver connection ... 11 ANT 1/2 ... 18 Antenna cables ... 5 Audio cables ... 5 AUDIO OUT sound, selecting ... 45 Audio system connection ... 11 Auto convergence ... 21 Auto power off ... 47 BACKGROUND selection ...46 Back of the TV ...
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TEL: (514) 856-4100 VANCOUVER: 22171 FRASERWOOD WAY, RICHMOND, B.C. V6W 1J5, CANADA TEL: (604) 303-2500 MANUFACTURED BY ColorStream is a registered trademark and Stable Sound is a trademark of Toshiba America Consumer Products, Inc. PRINTED IN USA (01-08) B 23565312A...