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Toshiba TheaterWide 20HLK86 Owner's Manual

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O
WNER'S
LCD Color Television
20HLK86
© 2006 TOSHIBA CORPORATION
All Rights Reserved
M
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 number:
Serial number:
20HLK86

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  • Page 1 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:...

  • Page 2: Safety Precautions

    Dear Customer, Thank you for purchasing this Toshiba LCD TV. This manual will help you use many exciting features of your new LCD TV. Before operating the TV, please read this manual completely, and keep it nearby for future reference.

  • Page 3: Child Safety

    Sometimes TVs are improperly secured or inappropriately situated on dressers, bookcases, shelves, desks, audio speakers, chests, or carts. As a result, TVs may fall over, causing unnecessary injury. Toshiba Cares! The consumer electronics industry is committed to making home entertainment enjoyable and safe.
  • Page 4 Care For better performance and safer operation of your TOSHIBA TV, follow these recommendations and precautions: 28) If you use the TV in a room whose temperature is 32 °F (0°C) or below, the picture brightness may vary until the LCD warms up.

  • Page 5: Important Notes About Your Lcd Tv

    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. WARNING: RISK OF SERIOUS PERSONAL...

  • Page 6: Table Of Contents

    Introduction ...7 Welcome to Toshiba ...7 Supplied accessories ...7 Connecting the power cord ...7 Exploring your new TV ...8 Rear terminal cover ...9 Cable clamper ...9 Adjusting the TV viewing angle ...9 Connecting your TV ...10 Connecting an antenna or cable TV ...10 Connecting a VCR ...11...

  • Page 7: Introduction

    Introduction Welcome to Toshiba Thank you for purchasing this Toshiba LCD TV. The goal of this manual is to guide you through setting up and operating your Toshiba TV as quickly as possible. The model and serial numbers are on the back of your TV.

  • Page 8: Exploring Your New Tv

    Exploring your new TV You can operate your TV by using the buttons on the right side panel or the remote control. The A/V terminals for connecting other equipment to your TV are on the back panel (see illustrations below). Also see page 10 page TV front...

  • Page 9: Rear Terminal Cover

    Rear terminal cover The connection panel is hidden behind the terminal cover. 1. Remove the cover. Release the two hooks on the both sides of the cover. 2. Install cables as necessary. 3. Reinstall the cover. Align the holes on the TV back with the three tabs on the rear terminal cover as shown.

  • Page 10: Connecting Your Tv

    Component video cables come in sets of three and are for use with video devices with component video output. These cables are typically color-coded red, green, and blue. (ColorStream® is Toshiba's brand of component video.) Separate audio cables are required for a complete connection.

  • Page 11: 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. Back of TV Stereo VCR From Cable Box or Antenna Connecting cable converter box This connection allows you to watch basic and premium cable...

  • Page 12: Connecting A Cable Converter Box And A Vcr

    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. Set the TV signal source to VIDEO1 channel 3 or 4 (the same channel as the converter box output switch), and use the cable converter box to change channels.

  • Page 13: Connecting A Dvd Player With Colorstream® (Component Video) And A Vcr

    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 can greatly enhance picture quality and realism.

  • Page 14: 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 15: Connecting An Hdmi Or A Dvi Device To The Hdmi Input

    Connecting an HDMI ™ or a DVI device to the HDMI input The HDMI input on your TV receives digital audio and uncompressed digital video from an HDMI source device or uncompressed digital video from a DVI device. This input is designed to accept HDCP (High- Bandwidth Digital-Content Protection) program material in digital form from EIA/CEA-861/861B compliant consumer electronic devices (such as a...

  • Page 16: Connecting An Audio System

    Connecting an audio system This connection allows you to hear the TV sound through external speakers connected to an audio amplifier. The audio signal level (fixed) is not affected by pressing the volume buttons on the TV or the TV's remote control. To control the audio through the amplifier, use the audio system's remote control.

  • Page 17: Connecting A Personal Computer (Pc)

    Connecting a personal computer (PC) This connection allows you to view the image of a personal computer (PC) on the TV screen. When connecting a PC to the TV, use an analog RGB (15-pin) computer cable and a PC audio cable. - To use a PC, set the monitor output resolution on the PC before connecting it to the TV.

  • Page 18: Using The Remote Control

    Using the remote control Learning about the remote control POWER : Turns the TV on and off (standby mode*). INPUT: Selects the video input source MUTE: Turns off the sound DISPLAY: Displays TV settings on-screen closes the on-screen menu. PIC SIZE: Cycles through the five picture sizes: Natural, TheaterWide1/2/3, and Full COUNT DOWN: Displays the Timer Setting menu 31).

  • Page 19: Installing Or Replacing The Remote Control Battery

    Installing or replacing the remote control battery To install the battery: Before proceeding, make sure your hands are dry. Turn the remote control over to view its back. As illustrated, place a coin or a coin-like object in the slot of the battery cover and turn the coin following the direction indicated on the battery cover to open it.

  • Page 20: Setting Up Your Tv

    Setting up your TV Learning about the On-Screen Display (OSD) menu system After you have installed the batteries, you will need to set some preferences on the TV by using the OSD menu system. You can access the system using the buttons on the TV or remote control.

  • Page 21: Changing The On-Screen Display Language

    Changing the on-screen display language You can choose from three different languages (English, Spanish, and French) for the on-screen display of adjustment menus and messages. To select a language: Press MENU/ENTER, and then press menu appears. Press to highlight Language. Press to select your desired language.

  • Page 22: Adding And Erasing Channels Manually

    Adding and erasing channels manually After you have automatically programmed the active channels into the TV's channel memory, you can manually add or erase specific channels. To add or erase channels: Tune your TV to the channel you want to add or erase. Press MENU/ENTER, and then press Program menu appears.

  • Page 23: Using The Tv's Features

    Using the TV's features 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. To switch between two channels: Select the first channel you want to view. Select a second channel using the Channel Number buttons (0–9, 100).

  • Page 24: Viewing The Wide-Screen Picture Formats

    Viewing the wide-screen picture formats You can view 480i, 480p, 720p, and 1080i format programs in a variety of picture sizes–Natural, TheaterWide3, TheaterWide2, TheaterWide3, and Full. The way the image displays in any of the picture sizes will vary depending on the format of the program you are viewing. Select the picture size that displays the current program the way that looks best to you.

  • Page 25: Natural Picture Size

    Natural picture size • The image is displayed close to its originally formatted proportion. Some program formats will display with side bars and/or bars at the top and bottom. Natural picture size example: The way the image displays will vary depending on the format of the program you are currently watching.

  • Page 26: Using The V-Chip Menu

    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 this TV detects the signals and blocks the programs according to your selections. To use this feature, perform the following setup.

  • Page 27: V-Chip Blocking (Parental Control) Setup

    V-Chip blocking (Parental control) setup Press MENU/ENTER, and then press Special menu appears. Press to highlight Block Setting >. Press enter the Block Setting page. Special English Language Natural Picture Size Special Timer Setting > English Language Closed Caption Natural Picture Size Block Setting >...

  • Page 28: Adjusting The Picture

    Adjusting the picture Selecting the picture mode You can select your desired picture type from four picture modes: Dynamic, Standard, Movie, or Memory. Mode Picture Quality Dynamic Bright and dynamic picture (factory setting) Standard Standard picture setting (factory setting) Movie Movie-like picture setting (factory setting) Memory Your personal preference...

  • Page 29: Using The Closed Caption Feature

    To adjust the picture quality and advanced picture quality (continued): Press to highlight Picture Advanced Setting > and press to display the Picture Advanced Setting page. Press until the item you want to adjust is highlighted and press to adjust the level.

  • Page 30: Setting The Sleep Timer

    Setting the sleep timer To set the sleep timer to turn off the TV automatically: • Using the remote control Press SLEEP TIMER to display the current setting. Repeatedly press SLEEP TIMER to set the length of time before the TV turns off.

  • Page 31: Setting The Count Down Timer

    Setting the count down timer The Count Down feature functions like an alarm clock allowing you to set a specific length of time and making a beep sound when the time is up. It helps remind you to start or stop something you want to do while watching the TV. To set the Count Down Timer: Press COUNT DOWN to display the Timer Setting...

  • Page 32: Adjusting The Sound

    Adjusting the sound Muting the sound Press MUTE to temporarily turn off the sound. While the sound is off, the screen will display " " in the upper right corner. To restore the sound, press MUTE again. Selecting stereo/SAP broadcasts The multi-channel TV sound (MTS) feature allows you to listen to high-fidelity stereo sound while watching TV.

  • Page 33: Selecting The Sound Mode

    Selecting the sound mode You can select your desired sound type from five sound modes: Flat, Hall, Theater, News, or Memory. To select the sound mode: • Using the remote control Repeatedly press SOUND MODE to select a desired sound mode.

  • Page 34: Using The Avl

    To adjust the sound bass and treble: Press to highlight Audio Advanced Setting >. Press to display the Audio Advanced Setting page. Press to highlight one of the items (Treble, Mid Treble, Middle,Mid Bass, and Bass) you want to adjust. Press to adjust the level.

  • Page 35: Using The Pc Setting Feature

    Using the PC setting feature You can adjust the horizontal/vertical picture position, frequency (to minimize vertical stripes on the screen), and phase (to remove horizontal noise and sharpen the picture). You can auto-configure or set these settings manually. Confirm a PC is connected (see computer (PC)"...

  • Page 36: Using The Panel Lock Feature

    Using the Panel Lock feature Press MENU/ENTER, and then press Special menu appears. Press to highlight Block Setting >. Press enter the Block Setting page. Special Language English Picture Size Natural Special Timer Setting > Language English Closed Caption Picture Size Natural Block Setting >...

  • Page 37: Appendix

    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 38: 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, no sound No sound, picture OK Poor picture, sound OK Poor reception of broadcast channels Black box appears on the screen Unable to select a certain channel Multiple images...

  • Page 39: Limited United States Warranty

    Limited United States Warranty 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 LCD PRODUCT AS A GIFT FROM THE ORIGINAL CONSUMER PURCHASER AND TO NO OTHER PURCHASER OR TRANSFEREE.

  • Page 40: Limited Canada Warranty

    Read this owner's manual thoroughly before operating this LCD Product. Register your LCD Product online at www.toshiba.ca as soon as possible. By registering your LCD Product you will enable TCL to bring you new products specifically designed to meet your needs and help us to contact you in the unlikely event a safety notification is required.

  • Page 41: Index

    Index A/V cables ...10 Antenna cables ...10 Audio system connection ...16 AVL ...34 Back of the TV ...8 Blue screen ...23 Cable clamper ...9 Cable converter box connection ... 11 Camcorder connection ...16 or CH buttons ...22 CH RTN/ENT button ...23 Channel Number buttons ...22 Channel programming Add/Erase ...22...
  • Page 42 TORONTO: 191 McNABB STREET MARKHAM, ONTARIO L3R 8H2, CANADA TEL: (905) 470-5400 MONTREAL: 18050 TRANS CANADA, KIRKLAND, QUEBEC, H9J-4A1, CANADA TEL:(514)390-7766 VANCOUVER: 22171 FRASERWOOD WAY, RICHMOND, B.C. V6W 1J5, CANADA TEL: (604) 303-2500 ColorStream is the registered trademark of Toshiba America Consumer Products, L.L.C.

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