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Integrated High Definition
LCD Television
42HL117
For an overview of steps for setting up your new TV, see page 10.
Note: To display a High Definition picture, the TV must be receiving a
High Definition signal (such as an over-the-air High Definition TV
broadcast, a High Definition digital cable program, or a High Definition
digital satellite program). For details, please contact your TV antenna
installer, cable provider, or satellite provider.
© 2007 TOSHIBA CORPORATION
All Rights Reserved
HIGH-DEFINITION TELEVISION
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:
42HL117
YC/M
VX1A00065100

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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: 42HL117...

  • Page 2: Child Safety

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

  • Page 3: Important Safety Instructions

    Important Safety Instructions Read these instructions. Keep these instructions. Heed all warnings. Follow all instructions. Do not use this apparatus near water. Clean only with dry cloth. Do not block any ventilation openings. Install in accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions. Do not install near any heat sources such as radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other apparatus (including amplifiers) that produce heat.
  • Page 4 Care For better performance and safer operation of your TOSHIBA TV, follow these recommendations and precautions: 29) If you use the TV in a room whose temperature is 32 °F (0 °C) or below, the picture brightness may vary until the...

  • Page 5: Choosing A Location For Your Lcd Tv

    Choosing a location for your LCD TV To Display your LCD TV on the included Pedestal Stand: Observe the following safety precautions: 1) Read and Follow the pedestal assembly instructions included with the pedestal. CAUTION: Before beginning pedestal assembly, carefully lay the front of the LCD Panel face down on a flat, cushioned surface such as a quilt or blanket.

  • Page 6: Fcc Declaration Of Conformity

    • Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help. Caution: Changes or modifications to this equipment not expressly approved by Toshiba could void the user’s authority to operate this equipment. Important notes about your LCD The following symptoms are technical limitations of LCD Display technology and are not an indication of malfunction;...

  • Page 7: Table Of Contents

    Chapter 1: Introduction ......9 Welcome to Toshiba ....... . 9 Features of your new TV .
  • Page 8 Limited Canadian Warranty for Toshiba Brand Flat Panel Televisions ... 66 Index ........69...

  • Page 9: Chapter 1: Introduction

    Welcome to Toshiba Thank you for purchasing this Toshiba LCD TV, one of the most innovative LCD TVs on the market. This digital television is capable of receiving analog basic, digital basic and digital premium cable television programming by direct connection to a cable system providing such programming.

  • Page 10: Overview Of Steps For Installing, Setting Up, And Using Your New Tv

    Inadequate ventilation may cause overheating, which will damage the TV. THIS TYPE OF DAMAGE IS NOT COVERED UNDER THE TOSHIBA WARRANTY. Do not plug in any power cords until AFTER you have connected all cables and devices to your TV.

  • Page 11: Tv Front And Side Panel Controls And Connections

    TV front and side panel controls and connections TV front Green and Yellow LEDs Green = Power indicator Yellow = Power-On Mode indicator (- “Selecting the Power-On Mode” on page 35) See “LED indications” on page 63 for additional information. Remote sensor —...

  • Page 12: Tv Back Panel Connections

    (with standard stereo audio inputs) for connecting devices with component video output, such as a Toshiba DVD player with ColorStream Note: Component video cables carry only video information; separate audio cables are required for a complete connection.

  • Page 13: Chapter 2: Connecting Your Tv

    ® (ColorStream is Toshiba’s brand of component video.) These cables are typically color-coded red, green, and blue. Separate audio cables are required for a complete connection. Note: Component video cables provide better picture performance than a standard (composite) video or S-video cable.

  • Page 14: Connecting A Vcr And Antenna Or Cable Tv (No Cable Box)

    Connecting a VCR and antenna or Cable TV (no Cable box) TV upper back panel TV lower back panel You will need: coaxial cables • standard A/V cables • – For better picture performance, if your VCR has S-video, use an S-video cable (plus the audio cables) instead of the standard video cable.

  • Page 15: Connecting A Vcr With S-Video And A Cable Box

    Connecting a VCR with S-video and a cable box An S-video connection will provide better picture performance than a standard (composite) video cable. TV upper back panel TV lower back panel You will need: coaxial cables • S-video cable • –...

  • Page 16: Connecting A Dvd Player With Colorstream

    Connecting a DVD player with ColorStream and a satellite receiver ® Your TV has two sets of ColorStream AUDIO COMPONENT VIDEO S-VIDEO VIDEO DVD player with component video From satellite dish AUDIO COMPONENT VIDEO VIDEO Satellite S-VIDEO Satellite receiver with component video You will need: coaxial cables •...

  • Page 17: Connecting A Camcorder

    Connecting a camcorder You will need: standard A/V cables • – For better picture performance, if your camcorder has S-video, connect an S-video cable (plus the audio cables) to VIDEO 1 on the TV back instead of the VIDEO 2 on the TV right side panel.

  • Page 18: Connecting An Hdmi Or Dvi Device To The Hdmi Input

    Connecting an HDMI ™ or 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 (Digital Visual Interface) source device. This input is designed to accept HDCP (High-Bandwidth Digital-Content Protection) program material in digital form from EIA/CEA-861-D–compliant...

  • Page 19: Connecting A Digital Audio System

    Connecting a digital audio system The TV’s DIGITAL AUDIO OUT terminal outputs a Dolby Digital g or 2-channel down-mixed PCM (pulse-code modulation) signal for use with an external Dolby decoder or other external audio system with optical audio input. You will need: optical audio cable (Use an optical audio cable that has the •...

  • Page 20: Connecting A Personal Computer (Pc)

    Connecting a personal computer (PC) With either the PC IN or HDMI connection, you can watch your computer’s display on the TV and hear the sound from the TV’s speakers. To connect a PC to the PC IN terminal on the TV: When connecting a PC to the PC IN terminal on the TV, use an analog RGB (15-pin) computer cable and a PC audio cable.

  • Page 21: Chapter 3: Using The Remote Control

    If you have a Toshiba device: Your TV remote control is preprogrammed to operate most Toshiba devices (- page 25). If you have a non-Toshiba device or a Toshiba device that the remote control is not preprogrammed to operate: You can program the TV remote control so it will operate the other device (- pages 23–27).

  • Page 22: 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 (- page 24). Note: The error message “Not Available” may appear if you press a key for a function that is not available.

  • Page 23: Using The Remote Control To Control Your Other Devices

    Using the remote control to control your other devices If you have a non-Toshiba device or a Toshiba device that the remote control is not preprogrammed to operate, you must first program the remote control to recognize the device (if you have not already done so) (- pages 25–27).

  • Page 24: Remote Control Functional Key Chart

    • “---” = key does not send a signal in that remote control mode. • “sTV” = key will affect the TV, even though the remote control is in another mode. • * Not available for your TV. REMOTE CONTROL KEY Toshiba TV POWER Power SLEEP...

  • Page 25: Programming The Remote Control To Control Your Other Devices

    Your Toshiba TV remote control is preprogrammed to operate most Toshiba devices. To program your TV remote control to operate a non-Toshiba device (or a Toshiba device that it is not preprogrammed to operate), follow the steps below. For details on using the remote control to operate the device, see page 23.

  • Page 26: Remote Control Codes

    008, 009, 013, 016 Realistic Samsung Sony 014, 055 Star Choice 057, 106 Star Trak 025, 026, 037, 054 Toshiba 000, 001, 002, 003, 004, 005, 006, 007, 020, 031, 056 Uniden 021, 028, 030, 032, 035, 039, 043, 045, 047, 058 Zenith...
  • Page 27 018, 050, 051, 053, 073, 079 Tandy Tashiko Tatung Teac 018, 029, 037 Technics Teknika 010, 018, 065 Toshiba 000, 011, 021, 023, 024, 028, 030, 039, 057, 074, 078, 079 Totevision 009, 010, 065 Unitec Unitech Vector Research 005, 006, 011, 012,...

  • Page 28: Chapter 4: Menu Layout And Navigation

    Chapter 4: Menu layout and navigation Main menu layout The tables below and on the next page provide a quick overview of your TV’s menu system. To open the main menus (illustrated below), press Y on the remote control or TV control panel. Icon Item Mode...

  • Page 29: Setup/Installation Menu Layout

    Setup/Installation menu layout The Installation menu contains the Terrestrial and System Status menus. To open the Installation menu (illustrated below), press Y on the remote control or TV control panel, open the Setup menu, select Installation, and press T. Icon Item Press Y, Input Configuration...

  • Page 30: Chapter 5: Setting Up Your Tv

    Chapter 5: Setting up your TV Selecting the menu language You can choose from three different languages (English, French and Spanish) for the on-screen display of menus and messages. To select the menu language: Press Y and open the Preferences menu. Highlight Menu Language and press c.

  • Page 31: Programming Channels Into The Tv's Channel Memory

    Programming channels into the TV’s channel memory When you press < or , on the remote control or TV control panel, your TV will stop only on the channels you programmed into the TV’s channel memory. Follow the steps below to program channels into the TV’s channel memory.

  • Page 32: Labeling Channels

    To add a channel to the channel memory: Highlight the unchecked box next to the channel number you want to add, and then press T to check the box. To manually add digital subchannels on a physical channel: Use the Channel Numbers and the Dash (=) on the remote control to enter the channel number (for example, 56–1).

  • Page 33: Setting The Hdmi ™ Audio Mode

    Press BbC c to highlight No Label and press T. Channel Labeling {No Label} A&E Press CH UP/DOWN to ABCFAM change channels. ABCHD AMAX AMAXW Custom Clear All ANIMAL Done Repeat steps 2 and 3 for other channels. To save your settings, highlight Done and press T. If the desired channel label is not available from the list of presets, you can create a custom label.

  • Page 34: Viewing The Digital Signal Meter

    Viewing the digital signal meter You can view the digital signal meter in the ANT digital TV input source only. To view the digital signal meter: Press Y and open the Setup menu. Highlight Installation and press T. A new set of Installation menu icons will appear, as shown below.

  • Page 35: Selecting The Power-On Mode

    Highlight Yes and press T. The TV will turn off automatically after a few seconds. After the TV turns off, unplug the TV power cord and then plug it in again to complete the reset process. System Information Press YES to confirm. After the TV turns off, unplug it and plug it back in to complete the reset.

  • Page 36: Chapter 6: Using The Tv's Features

    Chapter 6: Using the TV’s features Selecting the video input source to view To select the video input source to view: Press + on the remote control or TV control panel. And then either: a) Press 0–8; or b) Repeatedly press Bb on the remote control and then press T to change the input;...

  • Page 37: Tuning Channels

    Press C or c to select the desired label for that input source. If a particular input is not used, you can select Hide as the label, which will cause that input to be “grayed out” in the Input Selection screen and skipped over when you press + on the remote control.
  • Page 38 Press b to highlight History List, and then press C or c to select the setting you prefer: either Power Off Clear (On), On, or Off. Note: When History List is set to On and the Power-On Mode (- page 35) is in Fast mode, the channels and inputs stored in the list will be saved every power on/off cycle.

  • Page 39: Tuning To The Next Programmed Channel

    Clearing channels from the History List: Reconfiguring the ANT input will clear the History List. • Note: See page 30 for details on configuring the antenna input. Once 32 channels or inputs are stored in the History List, the • oldest item will be removed from the list when a new channel or input is tuned.

  • Page 40: Switching Between Two Channels Using Channel Return

    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. Select the first channel you want to view. Select a second channel using the Channel Number buttons.
  • Page 41 Note: If you select one of the TheaterWide top and bottom edges of the picture (including subtitles or captions) may be hidden. To view the hidden edges, either scroll the picture (TheaterWide 2 and 3 only) or try viewing the program in Full or Natural picture size.

  • Page 42: Scrolling The Theaterwide Picture (Theaterwide 2 And 3 Only)

    Note: • Native picture size is available for 720p, 1080i, and 1080p signals only. If the signal being received is other than 1080i, 1080p, or 720p, “Native” will be grayed out in the Picture Size screen. • This mode is supported only for HDMI, ColorStream, and antenna inputs.

  • Page 43: Selecting The Cinema Mode (480I And 1080I Signals)

    Selecting the cinema mode (480i and 1080i signals) When you view a DVD (3:2 pulldown processed) from a DVD player connected to the VIDEO 1, VIDEO 2, ColorStream HD-1, ColorStream HD-2 (component video), or HDMI inputs on the TV, smoother motion can be obtained by setting the Cinema Mode to Film.

  • Page 44: Adjusting The Picture Quality

    Adjusting the picture quality You can adjust the picture quality (Contrast, Back Light, DynaLight™, Brightness, Color, Tint, and Sharpness) to your personal preferences. Pressing C Selection Contrast lower Back Light* darker DynaLight** On/Off Brightness darker Color paler Tint reddish Sharpness softer * Back Light This feature adjusts the brightness of the entire screen.

  • Page 45: Using The Closed Caption Mode

    Using the closed caption mode Base closed captions The closed caption mode 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 “CC” in program guides). Text—An on-screen display of information not related to •...

  • Page 46: Cc Selector

    CC Selector You can use the CC Selector to temporarily override the default analog caption mode (set in Base CC Mode) for a particular channel. However, once you change to another analog channel, the closed caption setting will automatically change back to the current Base CC Mode setting. You can also use the CC Selector to select digital closed caption services (if available).

  • Page 47: Selecting Stereo/Sap Broadcasts

    Selecting stereo/SAP broadcasts The multi-channel TV sound (MTS) feature allows you to output high-fidelity stereo sound. MTS also can transmit a second audio program (SAP) containing a second language, music, or other audio information (when provided by individual stations). When the TV receives a stereo or SAP broadcast, the word “STEREO”...

  • Page 48: Using The Stablesound ® Feature

    Using the StableSound ® feature The StableSound ® feature limits the highest volume level to prevent extreme changes in volume when the signal source changes (for example, to prevent the sudden increase in volume that often happens when a TV program switches to a commercial).

  • Page 49: Using The Locks Menu

    Using the Locks menu The Locks menu includes the Enable Rating Blocking, Edit Rating Limits, Channels Block, Input Lock, Front (control) Panel Lock, Game Timer, and New PIN Code features. You can use these features after entering the correct PIN code. Entering the PIN code Press Y and highlight the Locks menu icon.

  • Page 50: Blocking Tv Programs And Movies By Rating (V-Chip)

    Done • The additional rating system is not designed, transmitted, or controlled by the TV or Toshiba, nor is the availability of an additional rating system determined or controlled by Toshiba. Similarly, the rating of programs in an additional rating system is not determined, transmitted, or controlled by the TV or Toshiba.

  • Page 51: Blocking Channels

    Independent rating system for broadcasters Ratings Description and Content themes Mature Audience Only (This program is specifically designed to be viewed by adults and therefore may TV-MA be unsuitable for children under 17.) L) Crude or indecent language S) Explicit sexual activity V) Graphic violence Parents Strongly Cautioned (This program contains some material that many parents would find...

  • Page 52: Unlocking Programs Temporarily

    To block all channels at once: Highlight Block All in step 5 on previous page and then highlight Done and press T. To unblock all locked channels at once: Highlight Allow All in step 5 on previous page and then highlight Done and press T.

  • Page 53: Using The Gametimer

    ® Using the GameTimer You can use the GameTimer to set a time limit for playing a video game (30–120 minutes). When the GameTimer expires, the TV enters Input Lock mode and locks out the input source for the video game device. ®...

  • Page 54: Using The Pc Settings Feature

    Using the PC settings feature You can view an image from a PC on the TV screen. When a PC is connected to the TV's PC IN terminal, you can use the PC Settings feature to make adjustments to the image. If the edges of the picture are cut off, readjust the Horizontal Position and Vertical Position.

  • Page 55: Setting The Sleep Timer

    Setting the sleep timer You can set the sleep timer to turn off the TV after a set length of time (maximum of 180 minutes). To set the sleep timer using the remote control: Press [ on the remote control to set the length of time until the TV turns off.

  • Page 56: Understanding The Auto Power Off Feature

    Chapter 6: Using the TV’s features Understanding the auto power off feature The TV will automatically turn itself off after approximately 15 minutes if it is tuned to a vacant channel or a station that completes its broadcast for the day. This feature functions in ANT mode only.

  • Page 57: Chapter 7: Using The Tv's Advanced Features

    Chapter 7: Using the TV’s advanced features Using the advanced picture settings features Using dynamic contrast When dynamic contrast is set to Low, Middle, or High, the TV will detect changes in the picture quality that affect the appearance of your contrast settings and then automatically adjust the video.

  • Page 58: Selecting The Color Temperature

    Selecting the color temperature You can change the quality of the picture by selecting from three preset color temperatures (Cool, Medium, and Warm), as described below. Mode Picture Quality Cool blueish Medium neutral Warm reddish To select the color temperature: Press Y and open the Video menu.

  • Page 59: Using Mpeg Noise Reduction

    Using MPEG noise reduction The MPEG noise reduction feature allows you to reduce visible interference caused by MPEG compression. Choices for MPEG noise reduction are Off, Low, Middle, and High. Off is automatically selected when this feature is disabled (“grayed out”). To select the MPEG noise reduction level: Press Y and open the Video menu.

  • Page 60: Using The Advanced Audio Settings Features

    Using the advanced audio settings features Using the SRS WOW ™ surround sound feature ™ SRS WOW is a special combination of SRS Labs audio technologies (SRS 3D, SRS Focus, and SRS TruBass) that creates a thrilling surround sound experience with deep, rich bass from stereo sound sources.

  • Page 61: Chapter 8: Troubleshooting

    Chapter 8: Troubleshooting General troubleshooting Before calling a service technician, please check this chapter for a possible cause of the problem and some solutions you can try. Black box on-screen The closed caption feature is set to one of the Text modes •...
  • Page 62 Your TV remote control may not operate certain features • on your external device. Refer to the owner’s manual for your other device to determine its available features. If your TV remote control does not operate a specific feature on another device, use the remote control that came with the device (- pages 23–27).

  • Page 63: Led Indications

    If, after trying the solutions, the problem still exists: In the U.S., call TACP Consumer Solutions at 1-800-575-5469. • 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: Chapter 9: Appendix

    Specifications Note: • This model complies with the specifications listed below. • Designs and specifications are subject to change without notice. • This model may not be compatible with features and/or specifications that may be added in the future. Television System NTSC standard ATSC standard (8VSB) Digital Cable (64 QAM, 256 QAM;...

  • Page 65: Limited United States Warranty

    Limited United States Warranty for LCD Televisions 26” and Larger 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 TELEVISION AS A GIFT FROM THE ORIGINAL CONSUMER PURCHASER AND TO NO OTHER PURCHASER OR TRANSFEREE.

  • Page 66: Limited Canadian Warranty

    Toshiba modifications to the Television; h. Service of a Television on which the TOSHIBA label or logo, rating label or serial number have been defaced or removed; On-site service and repair of the Television; and...
  • Page 67 If, after following all of the operating instructions in this manual and checking the “Troubleshooting” section, you find that service is needed: (1) To find the nearest ASP, visit TCL’s web site at www.toshiba.ca, or call toll free 1-800-268-3404 (2) Present your bill of sale or other proof of purchase to the ASP.
  • Page 68 A copy of the GPL source code in this product may be obtained by contacting Toshiba Consumer Solutions at (800)631-3811. There will be a charge to cover the costs of providing the source code. A copy of the LGPL source code in this product may be obtained by contacting Toshiba Consumer Solutions at (800)631-3811.

  • Page 69: Index

    Index Antenna cable ... 13 ... 30 Antenna input configuration ... 47 Audio quality adjustments Audio system connection ... 19 ... 42 Auto aspect Auto power off ... 56 ... 12 Back of the TV Base closed captions ... 45 ...
  • Page 70 VANCOUVER: 13551 COMMERCE PARKWAY, SUITE 110, RICHMOND, B.C., V6V 2L1, CANADA – TEL: (604) 303-2500 MANUFACTURED BY CableClear, ColorStream, GameTimer, StableSound, and TheaterWide are registered trademarks of Toshiba America Consumer Products, L.L.C. Channel Browser, SurfLock, DynaLight, and TheaterLock are trademarks of Toshiba America Consumer Products, L.L.C.

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