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Toshiba 52HMX84 Owner's Manual

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ANUAL
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:
Serial No.:
9/30/04, 5:09 PM
23566348

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  • Page 1 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: Serial No.: 9/30/04, 5:09 PM...

  • Page 2: Important Safety Information

    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. Safety Precautions...

  • Page 3: Important Safety Instructions

    Important Safety Instructions 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 dry cloth. 7) Do not block any ventilation openings. Install in accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions.
  • Page 4 Care For better performance and safer operation of your TOSHIBA TV, follow these recommendations and precautions: 29) 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.
  • Page 5 Important notes about your DLP 1) The light source for this TV is a projection lamp unit with a limited service life. When the lamp wears out, the picture may become dark or black, or the lamp may fail, at which time you must replace the lamp unit.

  • Page 6: Table Of Contents

    Important Safety Information ... 2-5 Introduction ... 7 Welcome to Toshiba ... 7 Exploring your new TV ... 7 Connecting your TV ... 8 Connecting an antenna or cable TV ... 8 Connecting a VCR ... 9 Connecting a cable converter box ... 9 Connecting a cable converter box and VCR ...

  • Page 7: Introduction

    Thank you for purchasing this Toshiba TV, one of the most innovative DLP 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 52HMX84 and 62HMX84. The model and serial numbers are on the back of your TV.

  • Page 8: Connecting Your Tv

    ● Component video cables come in sets of three, and are for use with video equipment that has component video output. (ColorStream Toshiba’s brand of component video.) ● HDMI is for use with video equipment that has HDMI output (type A connector) (see page 15).

  • Page 9: Connecting A Vcr

    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. You will need: • two coaxial cables • one set of standard A/V cables From Cable Box or Antenna Stereo VCR IN from ANT OUT to TV...

  • Page 10: Connecting A Cable Converter Box And Vcr

    Connecting a cable converter box and VCR This connection allows you to watch and record basic and premium cable channels, watch videotapes, and record one channel while watching another channel. To watch basic cable and use the TV’s features, select ANT-1. To view premium channels or record with the VCR, select ANT-2, tune the TV and VCR to channel 3 or 4 (whichever channel is vacant in your area), and use the converter box to change channels.

  • Page 11: Connecting A Dvd Player Or Satellite Receiver And A Vcr

    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: • two (or three, if satellite receiver is used) coaxial cables •...

  • Page 12: Connecting A Dvd Player With Colorstream (Component Video) And A Vcr

    This connection allows you to watch DVD, VCR, and TV programs, and record TV programs. ® Your TV has ColorStream (component video) inputs. Connecting your TV to a DVD player with component video (such as a Toshiba DVD player with ColorStream ® ) can greatly enhance picture quality and realism.

  • Page 13: Connecting A Dtv Receiver/Set-Top Box With Colorstream (Component Video) And A Vcr

    Connecting a DTV receiver/set-top box with ® ColorStream (component video) and a VCR This connection allows you to watch DTV (digital TV), VCR, and TV programs, and record DTV (composite video only) and TV programs. Your TV has ColorStream (component video) inputs. Connecting your TV to a DTV receiver with component video can greatly enhance picture quality and realism.

  • Page 14: Connecting Two Vcrs

    Connecting two VCRs This connection allows you to record (dub/edit) from one VCR to another VCR while watching a videotape. You also can record from one TV channel while watching another TV channel. You will need: • two coaxial cables •...

  • Page 15: Connecting An Hdmi™ Or A Dvi Device To The Hdmi Inputs

    Connecting an HDMI™ or a DVI device to the HDMI inputs The HDMI inputs on your TV receive digital audio and uncompressed digital video from an HDMI device or uncompressed digital video from a DVI device. These inputs are designed to accept HDCP material in digital form from EIA/CEA-861/861B–...

  • Page 16: Connecting An Audio System

    Connecting an audio system This connection allows you to use an audio amplifier and external speakers, and adjust the audio level by using the TV’s remote control. 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”...

  • Page 17: Using The Remote Control

    Using the remote control Preparing the remote control for use Your Toshiba TV remote control has one dedicated TV mode and five universal modes: VCR, Cable/SAT, DVD, Audio1, and Audio2. The target devices and default devices being programmed for each mode...

  • Page 18: Remote Control Functional Key Chart

    Remote Control functional key chart Toshiba TV Cable Key Label (TV) (CBL/SAT) (CBL/SAT) LIGHT Lights the remote key, and toggles between enabled and disabled Illumination mode. SLEEP Sleep timer --- POWER Power Power Digit 1 Digit 1 Digit 2 Digit 2...
  • Page 19 Toshiba TV Cable Satellite Key Label (TV) (CBL/SAT) (CBL/SAT) TV/VCR TV/SAT AM/FM DISC STOP REC** POP CH POP channel up/down SPLIT POP Split POP DIRECT CH POP Direct ch FREEZE Still picture SWAP POP Swap CH SCAN Ch scan SOURCE...

  • Page 20: Programming The Remote Control For Use With Your Audio/Video Devices

    Programming the remote control for use with your audio/video devices Device code setup 1. Refer to the Device code table on pages 22 – 23 to find the code for the brand of your device. If more than one number is listed, try each one separately until you find the one that works.

  • Page 21: Using The Volume Lock Feature [8000]

    Using the volume lock feature (8000) For the TV, CABLE/SAT, VCR, and DVD modes, the volume controls (VOL yz and MUTE) can be programmed (locked) to the selected device mode. This feature does not apply to the AUDIO1/2 modes. For example, to lock the volume controls to always jump to the CABLE/SAT mode: 1.

  • Page 22: Device Code Table

    0138, 0140, 0147, 0148, 0141, 0142 MINOLTA 0100, 0145 TECHNICS MITSUBISHI 0138, 0140, 0147, TEKNICA 0148, 0141, 0142, THOMSON 0161, 0164 TOSHIBA MULTITECH 0147, 0127, 0104 0139, 0110, 0111, 0134 VECTOR RESEARCH 0111 WARDS OLYMPIC 0124, 0123 OPTIMUS 0128, 0121, 0135,...
  • Page 23 SANYO MARANTZ 4124 SHARP MCINTOSH 4116 SONY MITSUBISHI 4148 NAKAMICHI 4106, 4117 TEAC ONKYO 4109, 4114 TOSHIBA OPTIMUS 4103, 4127, 4131, YAMAHA 4130 PANASONIC 4119, 4118, 4121 PHILIPS 4123 PIONEER 4105, 4107, 4150 DVD setup codes Brand Code 4119, 4118, 4121...

  • Page 24: Learning About The Remote Control

    Learning about the remote control The buttons used for operating the TV only are described here. For a complete list of the remote control’s functions, see the “Remote Control functional key chart” on pages 18 – 19. turns the TV on and off. POWER Press POWER to turn the TV on.

  • Page 25: Setting Up Your Tv

    Setting up your TV Learning about the menu system After you have installed the batteries and programmed the remote control, you will need to set some preferences on the TV by using the menu system. You can access the menu system by using the control touchpad on the TV front or the remote control.

  • Page 26: Changing The On-Screen Display Language

    Changing the on-screen display language You can choose from three different languages (English, French and Spanish) for the on-screen display of adjustment menus and messages. To select a language: 1. Press MENU, and then press x or • until the SET UP menu appears.

  • Page 27: Adding Channels To The Tv's Memory

    Adding channels to the TV’s memory When you press Channel y or z, your TV will stop only on 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.

  • Page 28: Adding And Erasing Channels Manually

    Adding and erasing channels manually After you have programmed the channels automatically, you can manually add or erase specific channels. To add or erase channels: 1. Select the channel you want to add or erase. If you are adding a channel, you must select the channel using the Channel Number buttons.

  • Page 29: Using The Tv's Features

    Using the TV’s features Adjusting the channel settings Switching between two channels using Channel Return The Channel Return feature allows you to switch between two channels without entering an actual channel number each time. 1. Select the first channel (or video mode) you want to view. 2.
  • Page 30 3. Press ENTER to display the FAVORITE CH menu. CH INPUT will be highlighted. FAVOR I TE CH I NPUT – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – –...

  • Page 31: Labeling Channels

    Labeling channels Channel labels appear above the on-screen channel number display each time you turn on the TV, change a 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.

  • Page 32: Viewing The Wide-Screen Picture Formats (480I, 480P And 1080I Signals Only)

    Viewing the wide-screen picture formats (480i, 480p, and 1080i signals only) You can view 480i, 480p, and 1080i format programs in a variety of picture sizes—Natural, TheaterWide 1, TheaterWide 2, TheaterWide 3, and Full. (The Full picture size is not selectable for 1080i format programs.) The way the image displays in any of the picture sizes will vary depending on the format of the program you are viewing.
  • Page 33 TheaterWide 1 picture size (For 4:3 format programs) • The picture is non-uniformly enlarged—the center of the picture remains close to its original proportion, but the left and right edges are stretched wider to fill the screen. • A small part of the picture at the top and bottom is hidden;...

  • Page 34: Scrolling The Theaterwide Picture (Theaterwide 2 And 3 Only)

    ® Scrolling the TheaterWide picture (TheaterWide 2 and 3 only) 1. Press PIC SIZE to select the TheaterWide 2 or 3 mode. 2. Press MENU, and then press x or • until PICTURE menu appears. 3. Press y or z to highlight PICTURE SCROLL. P CTURE MODE SPORTS...

  • Page 35: Using The Auto Aspect Feature

    Using the AUTO ASPECT feature When the AUTO ASPECT feature is set to ON and the TV receives a 480i signal, the picture size is automatically selected (as described in the following table). Automatic aspect size Aspect ratio of signal source (automatically selected when AUTO ASPECT is ON) 4:3 Normal...

  • Page 36: Using The Pop Double-Window Feature

    Using the POP double-window feature The POP (picture-out-picture) feature splits the screen into a double window that allows you to watch two programs at the same time. The POP program can come from a TV broadcast or an external source, such as a VCR.

  • Page 37: Switching The Main And Pop Pictures

    Switching the main and POP pictures Press SWAP while you are using the POP feature to switch the main and POP pictures. Switching the speaker audio (main or POP) Press x or • while you are using the POP feature to switch the sound (main or POP) from the speakers.

  • Page 38: Double-Window Aspect Ratio

    Double-Window aspect ratio The Double-Window feature displays each picture according to its input signal aspect ratio, as illustrated below. 480i 480i Using the programmed channel search function You can use the programmed channel search function to quickly scan the channels you programmed into the TV’s memory (page 27). 1.

  • Page 39: Using The Favorite Channel Search Function

    Using the favorite channel search function You can use the favorite channel search function to quickly scan your favorite channels (see “Programming your favorite channels” on page 29). 1. Press FAVORITE. The TV automatically enters multi-window mode, and begins a twelve-picture scan of your favorite channels in the multi-window.

  • Page 40: Using The Locks Menu

    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.

  • Page 41: Enable Blocking

    ENABLE BLOCKING 1. From the LOCKS menu, press z or y to highlight V-CHIP, and then press ENTER. The V-CHIP menu appears. 2. Press z or y to highlight ENABLE BLOCKING, ENABLE BLOCK I NG and then press ENTER. TV RAT I NG MPAA RAT I NG BLOCK I NG OPT I ON LOCKS MENU...

  • Page 42: Mpaa Rating (Independent Rating System For Movies)

    MPAA RATING (Independent rating system for movies) 1. From the V-CHIP menu, press z or y to highlight MPAA RATING, and then press ENTER. MPAA RATING menu appears. 2. Press y or z to highlight MPAA RATING. 3. Press • to lock (“X”) or MPAA RAT I NG V –...

  • Page 43: Unlocking Programs Temporarily

    Unlocking programs temporarily 1. If you try to watch a TV program that exceeds the rating limits you set, the TV enters program lock mode. After 4 seconds, the TV starts the auto favorite channel search function (page 39). You can either unlock the program temporarily (see steps 2–4 below) or select a non-locked program to watch.
  • Page 44 To unlock individual channels: 1. From the LOCKS menu, press y or z to highlight CH LOCK, then press ENTER. CH LOCK menu appears. 2. Press yzx • to highlight the channel you want to unlock, and then press ENTER. CH LOCK I NPUT –...

  • Page 45: Locking The Video Inputs

    Locking the video inputs With the VIDEO LOCK feature, you can lock the input sources (Video 1, Video 2, Video 3, ColorStream HD1, ColorStream HD2, HDMI1, HDMI2) and channels 3 and 4. You will not be able to select the input sources with the TV/VIDEO, INPUT, or Channel buttons unless you clear the setting.

  • Page 46: Adjusting The Picture

    Adjusting the picture Selecting the picture mode You can select your desired picture type from four picture modes: Sports, Standard, Movie, and Preferences. Mode Picture Quality Sports Bright and dynamic picture (factory setting) Standard Standard picture setting (factory setting) Movie Movie-like picture setting (factory setting) Preference Your personal preferences*...

  • Page 47: Saving Your New Preferences

    Saving your new preferences You can save the picture qualities you adjusted (contrast, brightness, color, tint, sharpness, color temperature and CableClear DNR) in the picture PREFERENCE mode. To save your new preferences: 1. Press MENU, and then press x or • until the PICTURE menu appears.

  • Page 48: Using The Cableclear™ Dnr Feature

    Using the CableClear™ DNR feature CableClear™ DNR reduces visible interference in your TV picture. This is useful when receiving a broadcast with a weak signal (especially a Cable channel) or playing a video cassette or disc damaged by repeated use. To turn on CableClear™...

  • Page 49: Selecting The Lamp Mode

    Selecting the Lamp mode You can select either the HI BRIGHT or LOW POWER mode. The HI BRIGHT mode is useful for situations where additional picture brightness is desired (such as in a room with bright lighting). The LOW POWER mode reduces wear on the projection lamp. Using this mode should result in longer lamp life.

  • Page 50: Selecting The Video Input Source

    Selecting the video input source Press the INPUT on the remote control or TV/VIDEO on the TV to view a signal from another device connected to your TV, such as a VCR or DVD player. You can select ANT 1, VIDEO 1, VIDEO 2, VIDEO 3, ColorStream HD1, ColorStream HD2, HDMI1, HDMI2 or ANT 2 depending on which input jacks are used for connecting the devices (see “Connecting your TV”...

  • Page 51: Using The Closed Caption Feature

    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).

  • Page 52: Setting The On Timer

    Setting the ON timer To set the ON timer to turn on the TV automatically: 1. Press MENU, and then press x or • until the CUSTOM menu appears. 2. Press y or z to highlight ON TIMER, and then press ENTER. 3.

  • Page 53: Setting The Clock

    Setting the clock To set the clock: 1. Press MENU, and then press x or • until the SET UP menu appears. 2. Press y or z to highlight CLOCK SET, and then press ENTER. 3. Press the Number buttons (0–9) to enter the correct time. The clock operates on a 24-hour cycle.

  • Page 54: Adjusting The Sound

    Adjusting the sound Muting the sound Press MUTE to temporarily reduce (1/2 MUTE) or turn off (MUTE) the sound. While the sound is off, the screen will display “1/2 MUTE” or “MUTE” in the lower right corner. Every time you press MUTE, the mute mode will change in the following order.

  • Page 55: Using The Wow™ Surround Sound Feature

    Using the WOW™ surround sound feature WOW is a special combination of SRS Labs audio technologies that creates a thrilling surround sound experience with deep, rich bass from stereo sound sources. Your TV’s audio will sound fuller, richer, and wider. WOW consists of three features: SRS 3D, FOCUS, and TruBass.

  • Page 56: Enjoying The Dolby Virtual Sound Feature

    Enjoying the Dolby Virtual sound feature ® The Dolby Virtual sound feature allows you to enjoy virtual surround sound from the TV’s speakers. • If you connect a device (a game console, a DVD player or a DTV receiver, etc.) with analog audio output to standard (analog) audio terminals on the TV, and the input source is encoded with Dolby Surround sound or Dolby Digital...

  • Page 57: Resetting Your Audio Adjustments

    Resetting your audio adjustments The RESET function returns your audio adjustments to the following factory settings: Bass ... center (50) Treble ... center (50) Balance ... center (0) To reset your audio adjustments: 1. Press MENU, and then press x or • until the AUDIO menu appears.

  • Page 58: Turning Off The Built-In Speakers

    Turning off the built-in speakers Use this feature to turn off the TV speakers when you connect an audio system (see “Connecting an audio system” on page 16). To turn off the built-in speakers: 1. Press MENU, then press x or • until the AUDIO menu appears.

  • Page 59: Selecting The Background Of The Menu Display

    Selecting the background of the menu display You can change the background of the menu display by selecting from two preset types: shaded and solid (gray). To select the background: 1. Press MENU, and then press x or • until the CUSTOM menu appears.

  • Page 60: Appendix

    Out of www.ceaccessories.toshiba.com warranty • In Canada, contact a Toshiba parts distributor by directing your web browser to www.toshiba.ca. Click “Home Entertainment,” and then click “Support.” Use the replacement lamp unit model listed below only. Using any other lamp may cause damage to the TV and/or lamp.

  • Page 61: How To Replace The Lamp Unit

    How to replace the lamp unit Required tool: Manual Phillips screwdriver; gloves. Optional tool: 5/32” or 4mm Allen wrench. 1. Turn off the TV and unplug the power cord. WARNING: Eye damage may result from directly viewing the light produced by this lamp.
  • Page 62 How to replace the lamp unit (continued) 5. Grasp the lamp unit handle and gently pull the lamp unit straight out of the TV. Set the old lamp unit aside (see “Lamp unit disposal” on page 64). Wear gloves when replacing the lamp unit.
  • Page 63 If, after repeating steps 1–9, the problem still exists: • In the U.S., call Customer Service at 1-800-631-3811. • In Canada, locate the nearest Toshiba authorized service depot by directing your web browser to www.toshiba.ca; click “Home Entertainment,” and then click “Support.”...

  • Page 64: Lamp Unit Disposal

    Turn the POWER OFF and then ON again. If the problem persists, replace the lamp unit (see pages 61–63). If the problem still persists, contact a Toshiba Authorized Service Center. Turn the POWER OFF and unplug the power cord. If the problem persists, contact a Toshiba Authorized Service Center.

  • Page 65: Specifications

    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. Television System NTSC standard...

  • Page 66: Troubleshooting

    Troubleshooting Before calling a service technician, please check the following table for a possible cause of the symptom and some solutions. Symptom TV will not turn on No picture or too dark No picture, no sound No sound, picture OK Poor picture, sound OK Poor reception of broadcast channels Cannot receive above channel 13...

  • Page 67: Limited United States Warranty

    Limited United States Warranty for DLP Television Models Toshiba America Consumer Products, L.L.C. (“TACP”) makes the following limited warranties to original consumers in the United States. THESE LIMITED WARRANTIES EXTEND TO THE ORIGINAL CONSUMER PURCHASER OR ANY PERSON RECEIVING THIS...

  • Page 68: Limited Canada Warranty

    Limited Canada Warranty for DLP Television Models Toshiba of Canada Limited (“TCL”) makes the following limited warranties to original consumers in Canada. THESE LIMITED WARRANTIES EXTEND TO THE ORIGINAL CONSUMER PURCHASER OR ANY PERSON RECEIVING THIS DLP TELEVISION AS A GIFT FROM THE ORIGINAL CONSUMER PURCHASER AND TO NO OTHER PURCHASER OR TRANSFEREE.

  • Page 69: Index

    Index A/V cables (standard) ... 8 ANT 1/2 ... 26 Antenna cables (coaxial) ... 8 AUDIO OUT sound, selecting ... 58 Audio system connection ... 16 Auto aspect ... 35 Auto favorite ... 39, 43 Auto power off ...59 BACKGROUND selection ...59 Back of the TV ...
  • Page 70 Notes...
  • Page 71 Notes...
  • Page 72 SRS Labs, Inc. WOW technology is incorporated under license from SRS Labs, Inc. ColorStream, StableSound, and TheaterWide are registered trademarks of Toshiba America Consumer Products, L.L.C. CableClear and SurfLock are trademarks of Toshiba America Consumer Products, L.L.C.

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