Toshiba 20DL74 Owner's Manual

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WNER'S
TOSHIBA LCD COLOR TV
14DL74
20DL74
© 2004 TOSHIBA CORPORATION
All Rights Reserved
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ANUAL
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  • Page 1 WNER’S TOSHIBA LCD COLOR TV 14DL74 20DL74 © 2004 TOSHIBA CORPORATION All Rights Reserved ANUAL E:ENGLISH F:FRANÇAIS S:ESPAÑOL...
  • Page 2: Child Safety

    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 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. 37) If you have the TV serviced: • Ask the service technician to use only replacement parts specified by the manufacturer.
  • Page 5: Table Of Contents

    Using the TV’s Features ... 15 Menu Display...15 Picture Settings ...16 Audio Settings...17 TV Settings ...18 Other Function Settings ...21 Appendix ... 23 Troubleshooting ...23 14 / 20DL74 LCD TV Specifications...25 Limited United States Warranty for LCD TV...26 Limited Canada Warranty for LCD TV ...27...
  • Page 6: Introduction

    Introduction Accessories AC Adapter TAA-Y58 Remote Control CT-864 CAUTION: Please make sure to only use the AC adapter provided with this prod- uct to power the TV. Power Cord Batteries x 2 Type AAA for Remote Control Owner’s Manual...
  • Page 7: Names And Functions Of Controls

    Names and Functions of Controls TV/VIDEO Headphones Jack Remote Control Buttons The illustration shown displays the Remote Control Buttons. POWER turns the TV on and off. MUTE turns the sound on and off. TV selects TV antenna as the input signal. AV1/AV2 selects the AV input signal from one of these connectors.
  • Page 8: Connecting Your Tv

    Connecting Your TV Connecting the Antenna to Your TV Follow these instructions to connect the antenna to the antenna input of the LCD 1. Press the rear cover at the arrows (A) and pull the rear cover in the direction of the arrows (B) as shown in the illus- tration to remove the cover.
  • Page 9: Antenna Installation

    Antenna Installation Using a good quality TV antenna is essential for good LCD TV reception.Various antenna systems are available: Below are the different types and their connectors. • The 75Ω cable with commonly seen F type round head connec- tors require no tools for easy installation.
  • Page 10: Power Connection

    Power Connection Follow these instructions to connect your TV to power: 1. Remove the rear cover as described in step 1 of “Connecting the Antenna to Your TV” on page 8. 2. Remove the AC adapter from the package. 3. Connect the round end of the AC adapter to the rear of the LCD TV. Refer to the following illustration.
  • Page 11: Video/Audio Connections

    Video/Audio Connections This section describes connecting devices to the rear connectors. Be sure to turn off the power and unplug both TV and apparatus from the wall outlet before making any connections. The AV1 and AV2 terminals for connecting other equipment to your TV are on the left and right side of the back panel.
  • Page 12 ColorStream™ (Component Video) For the Best Picture Quality You will need: • one set of component video cables • one pair of standard audio cables DVD player with component video COMPONENT VIDEO Amplifier To Boost Sound Quality You will need: one pair of standard audio cables Amplifier LINE IN...
  • Page 13: Using The Remote Control

    Using the Remote Control Operating the Remote Control 1. Aim the Remote Control directly at the LCD TV Remote Control Sensor. 2. The Remote Control range is approximately 16 feet at angles of approximately 30 degrees. 3. Avoid placing obstructions between the Remote Con- trol and TV.
  • Page 14: Setting Up Your Tv

    Setting Up Your TV Turning the TV On and Off You can use the Remote Control or TV Control Panel to turn the TV On and Off: • Press the POWER button on the TV Control Panel. The red (standby) or blue (power on) LED lights up.
  • Page 15: Using The Tv's Features

    Using the TV’s Features Menu Display The icons on the top line of the screen stand for the four settings: Picture Settings Audio Settings TV Settings Other Function Settings The selected option is stored in memory to be recalled. Picture Setting TV Setting To locate the above settings do the following: 1.
  • Page 16: Picture Settings

    Picture Settings To select the brightness Press BRIGHT on the Remote Control to adjust the brightness. You have three selections to choose from: DARK Minimum Brightness Normal Brightness To select the picture mode Press PICTURE on the Remote Control. You have four selections to choose from: DYNAMIC There are different setting parameters for DYNAMIC, MILD, THEATER and USER mode as described in the following table:...
  • Page 17: Audio Settings

    Audio Settings To adjust the balance of the speakers 1. Press MENU and press VOL – or + to select 2. Press CH to select BALANCE. 3. Press VOL – or + to adjust the setting. 4. Press MENU to exit. To select the AUDIO EFFECT To select the AUDIO EFFECT, press SOUND on the Remote Control.
  • Page 18: Tv Settings

    TV Settings Channel Input (CATV/TV) It is necessary to set the receiving mode to CATV or TV to receive local broadcast TV programs. 1. Press MENU and press VOL – or + to select 2. Press CH to select CHANNEL INPUT. 3.
  • Page 19: Closed Caption

    Closed Caption This TV is equipped with an internal Closed Caption decoder. The closed caption broadcasts can be viewed in two modes: CAPTION and TEXT For each mode, the following options are available: CAPTION CC1/CC2 CLOSED CAPTION MODE OFF] DATA CAPTION mode shows subscripts of dialogs and commentaries of TV dramas and news programs while allowing a clear view of the picture.
  • Page 20 To Block Programs By MPAA Rating 1. Press MENU and press VOL – or + to select 2. Press CH to select V-CHIP BLOCK. 3. Input the 4-digit secret number (fac- tory setting is 0000) using the number buttons. 4. Press CH to select MPAA.
  • Page 21: Other Function Settings

    Setting TV Parental Guidelines Block Content 1. Press MENU and press VOL – or + to select 2. Press CH to select V-CHIP BLOCK. 3. Input the 4 digit secret number by using the number buttons. 4. Press CH to select TV GUIDELINES.
  • Page 22: Channel Display

    Load Default Setting To restore the factory settings. 1. Press MENU and press VOL – or + to select 2. Press CH select LOAD DEFAULT. 3. Press VOL – or + to load the factory default settings. A message displays (OK) telling you that the defaults have been loaded.
  • Page 23: Appendix

    Appendix Troubleshooting If you experience any of the following difficulties while using the TV, check the list below before consulting your dealer. Interference Please note the following common causes of TV reception interference: Ignition Noise Black spots or vertical lines may appear. Screen jumps crazily or is very unstable. This is commonly the result of car ignition noise interference, neon lights, or other forms of electrical interference.
  • Page 24: Troubleshooting Table

    Remote Control failure • Check the main power source. • Check if the Remote Control batteries are weak. • Check if the batteries have been correctly installed. • Check if there are obstructions between your Remote Control and the main TV Remote Control sensor.
  • Page 25: 14 / 20Dl74 Lcd Tv Specifications

    14DL74: 42W (average) 20DL74: 48W (average) TFT Active Matrix LCD 14DL74: VGA 640 (H) dots x 480 (V) dots 20DL74: VGA 800 (H) dots x 600 (V) dots 2.5W + 2.5W 3.4 x 3.4 cm S-VIDEO INPUT Y: 1 V (p-p), 75 ohm, negative sync.
  • Page 26: Limited United States Warranty For Lcd Tv

    “Troubleshooting” section, you find that service is needed: (1) To find the nearest TACP Authorized Service Station, visit TACP’s web site at www.toshiba.com/tacp or call toll free 1-800-631-3811. (2) Present your bill of sale or other proof of purchase to the Authorized Service Station.
  • Page 27: Limited Canada Warranty For Lcd Tv

    Limited Canada Warranty for LCD TV 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 LCD TV AS A GIFT FROM THE ORIGINAL CONSUMER PURCHASER AND TO NO OTHER PURCHASER OR TRANS- FEREE.

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