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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:
Serial No.:

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  • Page 1 Projection 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: Serial No.:...

  • Page 2: Important Safety Information

    Dear Customer, Child Safety 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 It Makes A Difference completely, and keep it nearby for future reference.

  • Page 3: Important Safety Instructions

    Important Safety Instructions Installation, Care, and Service 1) Read these instructions. Installation 2) Keep these instructions. Follow these recommendations and precautions and heed all 3) Heed all warnings. warnings when installing your TV: 4) Follow all instructions. 5) Do not use this apparatus near water. 17) Never modify this equipment.
  • 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 projection TV 1) The light source for this TV is a projection lamp unit with a 5) Always sit approximately 10–25 feet away from the TV and limited service life. When the lamp wears out, the picture as directly in front of it as possible.

  • Page 6: Table Of Contents

    Using the favorite channel search function ....36 Introduction ..............7 About the auto favorite feature ........ 36 Welcome to Toshiba ............7 Using the LOCKS menu ..........37 Exploring your new TV ........... 7 Entering the PIN code ..........37 Connecting your TV ..........

  • Page 7: Introduction

    Congratulations! You have purchased one of the finest 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 46HM84, 52HM84 and 62HM84.

  • Page 8: Connecting Your Tv

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

  • Page 9: Connecting A Vcr

    Connecting a VCR This connection allows you to watch local channels and video Note: programs, play or record on the VCR while watching TV, and record If you have a mono VCR, connect L/Mono to from one channel while watching another channel. VCR Audio OUT using only one audio cable.

  • 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 Note: cable channels, watch videotapes, and record one channel while If you have a mono VCR, connect L/Mono to watching another channel. To watch basic cable and use the TV’s VCR Audio OUT using only one audio cable.

  • 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 Note: programs, and record one TV channel while watching another For the highest possible picture quality from a DVD player or satellite receiver without channel.

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

    TV and DVD player. your TV to a DVD player with component video inputs (such as a You can connect the component video cables Toshiba DVD player with ColorStream ® ) can greatly enhance picture to either set of ColorStream jacks on the TV 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 Note: TV programs, and record DTV and TV programs. For the highest possible picture quality, use component video cables (or an HDMI cable) Your TV has ColorStream (component video) inputs.

  • Page 14: Connecting Two Vcrs

    Connecting two VCRs This connection allows you to record (dub/edit) from one VCR to Note: another VCR while watching a videotape. You can also record from If you have VCRs with S-video, use S-video cables instead of standard video cables for one TV channel while watching another TV channel.

  • 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 HDMI = High-Definition Multimedia Interface. and uncompressed digital video from an HDMI DVI = Digital Video Interface. device or uncompressed video from a DVI device.

  • Page 16: Connecting An Audio System

    Connecting an audio system This connection allows you to 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” on page 54).

  • Page 17: Using The Remote Control

    (home theater in a box), even if they are different brands. If you have a Toshiba device: Your TV remote control is preprogrammed to operate most Toshiba devices. See page 20. If you have a non-Toshiba device or a Toshiba device...

  • Page 18: Programming The Remote Control To Operate A Cable Converter Box, Satellite Receiver, Vcr, Dvd Player, Or Htib (Home Theater In A Box)

    VCR, DVD player, or HTIB (home theater in a box) Your Toshiba TV remote control is preprogrammed to operate most RECALL Toshiba devices. To program your TV remote control to operate a POWER TV/VIDEO RECALL...

  • Page 19: Remote Control Codes (Cont.)

    Daytron: 078 025, 028, 039, 043, 063, 064, 065, 068, STS: 024 Nakamichi: 041 Denon: 063 071, 075, 079 Toshiba: 000, 001, 002, Norcent: 043 Dimensia: 001, 048 Montgomery Ward: 049 Sharp: 013, 020, 031, 003, 004, 005, 006, Onkyo: 044...

  • Page 20: Using The Remote Control To Operate A Cable Converter Box, Satellite Receiver, Vcr, Dvd Player, Or Htib (Home Theater In A Box)

    Using the remote control to operate a cable converter box, satellite receiver, VCR, DVD player, or HTIB (home theater in a box) If you have a non-Toshiba device or a Toshiba device that the remote Note: control is not preprogrammed to operate, you must first program the...

  • Page 21: Learning About The Remote Control

    Learning about the remote control The buttons used for operating the TV only are described here. turns the TV on and off. POWER POWER Press POWER to turn the TV on. The Red LED indicator will RECALL TV / VIDEO be illuminated.

  • Page 22: 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 23: Changing The On-Screen Display Language

    Changing the on-screen display language You can choose from three different languages (English, French and Control touchpad on TV front 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 TV/VIDEO EXIT CHANNEL...

  • Page 24: 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 Note: channels stored in the TV’s channel memory. To tune the TV to a channel not programmed in the channel memory, you must use the Follow the steps below and on the next page to program all active Channel Number buttons on the remote channels into the TV’s memory.

  • Page 25: 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. Control touchpad on TV front 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 TV/VIDEO EXIT...

  • Page 26: Using The Tv's Features

    Using the TV’s features Adjusting the channel settings Switching between two channels using Channel Return POWER The Channel Return feature allows you to switch between two TV/VIDEO RECALL channels without entering an actual channel number each time. INFO TV/VIDEO 1. Select the first channel (or video mode) you want to view. 2.
  • Page 27 3. Press ENTER to display the FAVORITE CH menu. Note: CH INPUT will be highlighted. • The FAV buttons operate as MENU buttons when a menu is on- screen. • The favorite channel feature is not available FAVOR I TE CH in ANT2 mode.

  • Page 28: 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. POWER TV/VIDEO RECALL You can choose any four characters to identify a channel. INFO RECALL To create channel labels: 1.

  • Page 29: Viewing The Wide-Screen Picture Formats (480I, 480P And 1080I Signals Only)

    Viewing the wide-screen picture formats POWER (480i, 480p and 1080i signals only) TV/VIDEO RECALL INFO You can view 480i, 480p and 1080i format programs in a variety of Number picture sizes—Natural, Theater Wide 1, Theater Wide 2, Theater Wide 3, and Full. (The Full picture size is not selectable for 1080i format program.) CHRTN The way the image displays in any of the picture sizes will vary...
  • Page 30 Theater Wide 1 picture size (For 4:3 format program) • The picture is non-uniformly Note: enlarged—the center of the • To select the picture size, press PIC SIZE picture remains close to its on the remote control or select PICTURE SIZE in the PICTURE menu.

  • Page 31: Scrolling The Theater Wide Picture (Theater Wide 2 And 3 Only)

    Scrolling the Theater Wide picture (Theater Wide 2 and 3 only) 1. Press PIC SIZE to select the Theater Wide 2 or 3 mode. POWER 2. Press MENU, and then press x or • until PICTURE menu RECALL TV/VIDEO INFO appears.

  • Page 32: Using The Auto Aspect Feature

    Using the AUTO ASPECT feature When the AUTO ASPECT feature is set to ON and the TV receives a Note: 480i signal, the picture size is automatically selected (as described in • The AUTO ASPECT is also available when the following table). viewing HDMI input source of 480i or other format.

  • Page 33: Using The Pop Double-Window Feature

    Using the POP double-window feature The POP (picture-out-picture) feature splits the screen into a double Note: window that allows you to watch two programs at the same time. The • The SPLIT buttons on the remote control POP program can come from a TV broadcast or an external source, operate the TV’s POP features.

  • Page 34: Switching The Main And Pop Pictures

    Switching the main and POP pictures POWER TV/VIDEO RECALL INFO Press SWAP while you are using the POP feature to switch the main Note: and POP pictures. If the POP program is not 480i format, it will not display in the main window when you press SWAP.

  • Page 35: Double-Window Aspect Ratio

    Double-Window aspect ratio The Double-Window feature displays each picture according to its Note: input signal aspect ratio, as illustrated below. • The AUTO ASPECT feature (page 32) does not operate in double-window mode. • Aspect ratio is the ratio of width to height POWER of the picture.

  • Page 36: 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 POWER RECALL TV/VIDEO 26). INFO 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 37: Using The Locks Menu

    Using the LOCKS menu The LOCKS menu includes the V-Chip, CH Lock, Video Lock, and Note: New PIN Code functions. You can use these functions after entering The V-Chip function is available only for the the correct PIN code. U.S. V-Chip system. The Canadian V-Chip system is not supported.

  • Page 38: Enable Blocking

    ENABLE BLOCKING 1. From the LOCKS menu, press z or y to highlight V-CHIP, and LOCKS menu then press ENTER. The V-CHIP menu appears. LOCKS 2. Press z or y to highlight V - CH I P CH LOCK V I DEO LOCK ENABLE BLOCKING, NEW P I N CODE V –...

  • Page 39: 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. V-CHIP menu 2. Press y or z to highlight MPAA RATING. MPAA RAT I NG NC17 PG13 PG V –...

  • Page 40: 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 (see page 36). You can either unlock the program temporarily (see steps 2-4) or select a non-locked program to watch.
  • Page 41 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. POWER TV/VIDEO RECALL...

  • Page 42: Locking The Video Inputs

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

  • Page 43: Adjusting The Picture

    Adjusting the picture Selecting the picture mode You can select your desired picture type from four picture modes: Note: Sports, Standard, Movie, and Preference. If you select one of the factory-set picture modes (SPORTS, STANDARDS, or MOVIE) Mode Picture Quality and then change a picture quality setting (for example, increase the contrast), the picture Sports...

  • Page 44: Saving New Preference

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

  • Page 45: 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 POWER TV/VIDEO RECALL (especially a Cable channel) or playing a video cassette or disc INFO damaged by repeated use.

  • Page 46: 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 POWER TV/VIDEO RECALL brightness is desired (such as in a room with bright lighting). The INFO Low power mode reduces wear on the projection lamp and using it should result in longer lamp life.

  • Page 47: Selecting The Video Input Source

    Selecting the video input source Press the TV/VIDEO on the remote control or the TV to view a signal Note: from another device connected to your TV, such as a VCR or DVD • When ColorStream HD 1 or HD 2 is player (see illustrations below).

  • Page 48: 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 49: Setting The On Timer

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

  • Page 50: Setting The Clock

    Setting the clock To set the clock: Note : If the TV’s power source is interrupted (the 1. Press MENU, and then press x or • until the SET UP menu power cord is unplugged or a power failure appears. occurs), the clock must be reset.

  • Page 51: 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 POWER TV/VIDEO RECALL MUTE” or “MUTE” in the lower right corner. Every time you press INFO RECALL the button, the mute mode will change in the following order.

  • Page 52: Using The Wow™ Surround Sound Feature

    Using the WOW™ surround sound feature WOW is a special combination of SRS Labs audio technologies that Note: creates a thrilling surround sound experience with deep, rich bass If the broadcast is monaural, the WOW SRS 3D surround sound effect will not work. from stereo sound sources.

  • Page 53: Resetting Your Audio Adjustments

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

  • Page 54: Turning Off The Built-In Speakers

    Turning off the built-in speakers Use this feature to turn the TV speakers off when you connect an Note: audio system (see “Connecting an audio system” on page 16). Make sure the volume control of your audio amplifier is set to a moderate listening level. To turn off the built-in speakers: 1.

  • Page 55: 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). POWER TV/VIDEO RECALL INFO To select the background: RECALL 1. Press MENU, and then press x or • until the CUSTOM menu appears.

  • Page 56: Appendix

    Consult your consumer electronics dealer for availability. • 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 set, to the lamp, or both.

  • Page 57: How To Replace The Lamp Unit

    How to replace the lamp unit Required tool: Manual Phillips screwdriver, gloves. WARNING: RISK OF Optional tool: 5/32” or 4mm Allen wrench. ELECTRIC SHOCK! TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK, 1. Turn off the TV and unplug the power cord. NEVER REMOVE TV COVERS, EXCEPT AS SPECIFIED HEREIN.
  • Page 58 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 60). Wear gloves when replacing the lamp unit.
  • Page 59 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 60: Lamp Unit Disposal

    Toshiba Authorized Service Center. 5) Red and Green blinks An abnormal temperature Do not block or cover the slots or openings in the TV three times. increase has occurred. cabinet. If the problem persists consult a Toshiba Authorized Service Center.

  • Page 61: Specifications

    • Design and specifications are subject to change without notice. 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 Dimensions...

  • Page 62: Troubleshooting

    Troubleshooting Before calling a service technician, please check the following table for a possible cause of the symptom and some solutions. Symptom Solution TV will not turn on • Make sure the power cord is plugged in, then press POWER. •...

  • Page 63: Limited United States Warranty

    Limited United States Warranty for DLP Television Models Toshiba America Consumer Products, L.L.C. (“TACP”) makes the Your Responsibility following limited warranties to original consumers in the United THE ABOVE WARRANTIES ARE SUBJECT TO THE FOLLOWING States. CONDITIONS: (1) You must provide your bill of sale or other proof of purchase.

  • Page 64: Limited Canada Warranty

    Limited Canada Warranty for DLP Television Models Toshiba of Canada Limited (“TCL”) makes the following limited Your Responsibility warranties to original consumers in Canada. THE ABOVE WARRANTIES ARE SUBJECT TO THE FOLLOWING CONDITIONS: THESE LIMITED WARRANTIES EXTEND TO THE ORIGINAL (1) You must provide your bill of sale or other proof of purchase.

  • Page 65: Index

    Index Picture adjustments COLOR TEMPERATURE ..........44 A/V cables (standard) ............8 Picture mode ..............43 ANT 1/2 ...................23 Picture quality ..............43 Antenna cables (coaxial) ........... 8 Picture-out-picture (POP) AUDIO OUT sound, selecting ........54 CH SCAN button ............35 Audio system connection ..........
  • Page 66 VANCOUVER: 22171 FRASERWOOD WAY, RICHMOND, B.C., V6W 1J5, CANADA – TEL: (604) 303-2500 MANUFACTURED BY 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. The DLP logo and DLP medallion are trademarks of Texas Instruments.

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