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User Manual
L2456DG
DIGITAL Series
This standard user's manual is designed to show you how to connect
and tune in your Toshiba TV and to operate the most commonly
used functions.
During the life of your TV firmware updates will be made available to
ensure that your TV maintains optimum performance:
If your TV is connected to the internet, firmware will be
automatically made available.
If your TV is not connected to the internet, you can download the latest
version of firmware from
www.toshiba-om.net/firmware.php
If you want to view advanced functions for your TV you can do so by visiting
www.toshiba-om.net
Toshiba estimates that the initiative of making the advanced functions availabel online
rather than in this book will save over 100,000 trees per year (6.5 Million kg CO
).
2
If you wish to view the advanced functions but do not have access to a computer or the
internet then please contact your local owner's manual Helpline number.
Contact details are shown at the back of this book.

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  • Page 1 DIGITAL Series This standard user's manual is designed to show you how to connect and tune in your Toshiba TV and to operate the most commonly used functions. During the life of your TV firmware updates will be made available to...

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Contents Safety Precautions ........4 Black/White Level ..........23 Film Mode ............23 Installation and Important Information ... 5 PC Settings ............24 Where to install ..........5 Reset .............24 When using a Wall Bracket ......5 Picture Size............25 The Remote Control ......... 7 Available Picture Size ........26 Inserting batteries and effective range of the Sound Controls ........
  • Page 3 Text Services and Text Information ....33 HDMI CEC Control Setup ......45 Subtitles ............33 HDMI CEC Playback Device Control ..47 Stereo and Bilingual Transmissions....33 USB HDD Record Function ....48 Selecting Channels ........33 To record DTV programmes ......48 AD Selection ..........34 How to set recordings via the Programme ATV/DTV ............34 Guide .............48...

  • Page 4: Safety Precautions

    Safety Precautions This equipment has been designed and manufactured to meet international safety standards but, like any electrical equipment, care must be taken to obtain the best results and for safety to be assured. Please read the points below for your own safety. They are of a general nature, intended to help with all electronic consumer products and some points may not apply to the goods you have just purchased.

  • Page 5: Installation And Important Information

    Installation and Important Information Where to install Locate the television away from direct sunlight and strong lights, soft, indirect lighting is recommended for comfortable viewing. Use curtains or blinds to prevent direct sunlight falling on the screen. Place the TV set on a stable, level surface that can support the weight of the TV. The LCD display panels are manufactured using an extremely high level of precision technology, however sometimes some parts of the screen may be missing picture elements or have luminous spots.
  • Page 6 Please take note EXCLUSION CLAUSE Toshiba shall under no circumstances be liable for loss and/or damage to the product caused by: i. ¿UH ii. HDUWKTXDNH iii. DFFLGHQWDO GDPDJH iv. LQWHQWLRQDO PLVXVH RI WKH SURGXFW v. XVH RI WKH SURGXFW LQ LPSURSHU FRQGLWLRQV vi.

  • Page 7: The Remote Control

    The Remote Control Simple at-a-glance reference of your remote control. 12. In TV mode: Display on-screen information In Text mode: Access the index page 13. Mute the sound 14. Display the QUICK menu 15. Exit the menu system 16. Display EPG 17.

  • Page 8: Connecting External Equipment

    Connecting External Equipment Before connecting any external equipment, turn off all main power switches. If there is no switch remove the mains plug from the wall socket. ILLUSTRATION SHOWS 40L24** USB SOCKET *a decoder could be Digital Satellite or any other HDMI 2 INPUT compatible decoder.*Model SOCKET...

  • Page 9: Hdmi Cec Connections

    HDMI CEC Connections The basic functions of connected audio/video equipment can be controlled using the television’s remote control if an HDMI CEC compatible device is connected. ILLUSTRATION SHOWS 40L24** AV amplifier HDMI in HDMI out Playback equipment Playback equipment HDMI out HDMI out...

  • Page 10: 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 television 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) programme material in digital form from EIA/CEA-861-D–compliant [1] consumer electronic devices (such as a set-top box or DVD player with HDMI or DVI output).

  • Page 11: To Connect A Dvi Device

    To connect a DVI device Connect an HDMI-to-DVI adapter cable (HDMI type A connector) to the HDMI 1. ‡ The maximum recommended HDMI – DVI cable length is 6.6ft (2m). ‡ An HDMI-to-DVI adapter cable transfers video only. ‡ Separate analogue audio connection is not supported for audio receivers. ILLUSTRATION SHOWS 40L24** HDMI-to-DVI adapter cable(not supplied)

  • Page 12: Connecting A Computer

    Connecting a Computer With either an RGB/PC or an HDMI connection, you can watch your computer’s display on the television. To connect a PC to the HDMI terminal When connecting a PC to the HDMI terminal on the television, use an HDMI-to-DVI cable. If connecting a PC with an HDMI terminal, use an HDMI cable (type A connector).
  • Page 13 Acceptable Video signals through HDMI terminals Resolution H. Frequency (KHz) V. Frequency (Hz) 480i 15.750 60.000 480p 31.500 60.000 576i 15.625 50.000 576p 31.250 50.000 720p 37.500 50.000 720p 45.000 60.000 1080i 28.125 50.000 1080i 33.750 60.000 1080p 27.000 24.000 1080p 33.750 30.000...

  • Page 14: Using The Controls

    Using the Controls While all the necessary adjustments and controls for the television are made using the remote control, the buttons on the television may be used to control some functions. ILLUSTRATION SHOWS 40L24** Common Interface HDMI 2 INPUTSOCKET Headphone Power Remote sensor Up / down(Volume...

  • Page 15: Tuning The Television

    Tuning the Television Before switching on the television, put your decoder and media recorder to standby if they are connected. To set up the television, use the buttons on the remote control as explained on page 7. NOTE: This function is only available in certain First Time Installation regions.
  • Page 16 The search will begin for all available stations. The slide bar will move along the line as the search progresses. You must allow the television to complete the search. When the search is completed, the television will automatically select channel 1. This may not be a clear picture or the signal may be weak so the station order can be changed using ATV/DTV Manual Tuning in the Installation menu.

  • Page 17: Installation

    Installation NOTE: When Parental Control is activated, the 4-digit password is needed. Tuner Mode - Cable Auto Tuning Switching between tuner modes will change the The Auto Tuning function will completely re-tune the features available on your television. television and can be used to update the channel list. All the current channels and settings, for example, NOTE: It is recommended that Auto Tuning runs the locked channels, will be lost.

  • Page 18: Manual Tuning

    DTV mode - Antenna Manual Tuning Press MENU 3UHVV WR VHOHFW There are two TV modes: ATV and DTV that can be Installation. tuned-in manually by using Manual Tuning. 3UHVV WR VHOHFW DTV Manual Tuning ATV mode - Antenna/Cable and press to enter the submenu.

  • Page 19: Channel Option

    DTV mode - Cable Channel Option Press MENU 3UHVV WR VHOHFW The channel order may be changed to suit your Installation. personal preference. 3UHVV WR VHOHFW DTV Manual Tuning ATV mode and press to enter the submenu. Press MENU 3UHVV WR VHOHFW ,QVWDOODWLRQ 3UHVV WR VHOHFW Frequency, Symbol...
  • Page 20 Move DTV mode 3UHVV WR VHOHFW WKH GHVLUHG FKDQQHO DQG Press MENU 3UHVV WR VHOHFW Installation. then press the (yellow) button on the remote. The selected channel will be highlighted in red. 3UHVV WR VHOHFW Channel Option and 3UHVV WR VHOHFW WKH FKDQQHO \RX ZLVK WR press to enter the submenu.

  • Page 21: Password

    The desired channel is displayed on the list. 3UHVV WR VHOHFW WKH FKDQQHO \RX ZLVK WR move then press the (yellow) button again. It will stay on the new position you decided. Skip Press the (blue) button on the remote. A icon appears.

  • Page 22: Parental Control

    Common Interface Parental Control The Common Interface Slot, situated on the side This function blocks channels or programmes that of the television, enables the insertion of a CAM you do not want to or that you do not want your (Conditional Access Module) and card.

  • Page 23: Picture Controls

    Picture Controls Most of the picture controls and functions are available in both digital and analogue modes. NOTE: Features not available will be greyed out. Picture Mode Digital Noise Reduction DNR (Digital Noise Reduction) enables you to You can adjust the picture appearance by selecting the preset value in picture mode based on the “soften”...

  • Page 24: Pc Settings

    Horizontal Pos. and Vertical Pos. PC Settings Connect the PC and ensure that a picture is showing Most of the picture controls and functions are on the television screen. The picture position may available. However features not available will be now be adjusted to suit personal preference.

  • Page 25: Picture Size

    Picture Size Depending on the type of broadcast being transmitted, programmes can be viewed in a number of formats. There are two ways to display Picture Size page: Main Menu - Press MENU WKHQ XVH WR VHOHFW Picture 8VH select Picture Size and press to display the Picture Size page.

  • Page 26: Available Picture Size

    Use this setting when watching a 14:9 14:9 broadcast. The setting will show the picture without over Native scan, i.e. WYSIWYG. This option is available when watching video signal source via HDMI or watching DTV (HD signal). This setting will show the picture without over scan, i.e.

  • Page 27: Sound Controls

    Sound Controls Stable Sound Volume Controls and Mute Sound The Stable Sound feature limits high volume levels Volume in order to prevent the extreme changes in volume Press to adjust the volume. that can occur when channels are changed or a programme switches to a commercial.

  • Page 28: Audio Format

    3UHVV WR VHOHFW Mixing Level, and SUHVV WR FKDQJH WKH VHWWLQJ NOTE: Mixing Level can only be adjusted when Audio Description is On. NOTE: Press the AD button on the remote control to switch the Audio Description On or Off. Audio Format Press MENU 3UHVV WR VHOHFW Sound.

  • Page 29: Time Controls

    Time Controls NOTE: The settings are only available when Off Timer On Timer is On. This feature allows you to set the television to turn 3UHVV WR VHOHFW Hour or Minute and off automatically at a certain time of day or after a SUHVV WR DGMXVW WKH WLPH IRU WKH 79 WR certain length of time.

  • Page 30: No Signal Power Down

    No Signal Power Down It will automatically turn off if no input signal is detected after approximately 15 minutes. In the Time  SUHVV WR VHOHFW No Signal Power Down. 3UHVV WR DGMXVW Off or On. Time Zone Press MENU DQG XVH WR VHOHFW Time.

  • Page 31: Setup Controls

    Setup Controls Standby Channel Update Location This function only appears while tuner mode is This feature is for configuring your viewing mode. antenna and tuning mode is DTV mode. Please select Home when using it in your home. For Store use, select Store. If the Standby Channel Update is set to On, when the TV is in standby mode, Digital Tuning is Press MENU WKHQ XVH...

  • Page 32: Application

    Application Auto Format When this television receives a true Widescreen picture and Auto format is On, it will automatically be displayed in Widescreen format, irrespective of the television’s previous setting. In the Application PHQX SUHVV select Auto Format and press to enter the submenu.

  • Page 33: General Controls

    General Controls The General Functions allow you to select channels and information, adjust sound features, personalise the picture style and select any connected external equipment. Press once to enlarge the top half of the page, Input Selection press again to enlarge the bottom half of the page. Use the Input Selection feature if the television does Press again to revert to normal size.

  • Page 34: Ad Selection

    AD Selection Press the AD button on the remote control to switch the Audio Description On or Off. ATV/DTV Press the ATV/DTV button on the remote control to switch ATV or DTV input source. Adjust Volumes and Mute To adjust TV volume, use button .

  • Page 35: Digital On-Screen Information And Programme Guide

    Digital On-Screen Information and Programme Guide When viewing in digital mode, the on-screen information and programme guide provide access to programme details for all available channels. Information Icon Description Video format Press , and the information screen will HD, SD (HD, SD) appear giving details of the channel and programme currently being viewed.
  • Page 36 3UHVV WR VHOHFW WKH GHVLUHG SURJUDP NOTE: In order for the recording operation to work properly, the media recorder and press to enter the Set Timer menu. must be set to the same time as the TV. 3UHVV WR VHOHFW Timer Type, Repeat Regarding the process for recording, or Subtitle DQG SUHVV WR DGMXVW WKH...

  • Page 37: Enjoy Photos Through Usb Port

    Enjoy Photos through USB Port The Photo Viewer allows you to playback image files from a USB storage device. File Media Player Media Format Video codec (*1) Audio codec Note Externsion Photo Maximum viewable resolution .jpg JPEG JPEG .jpeg 15360 x 8640 (Base line) 1024 x 768 (Progressive .Png 9600 x 6400...

  • Page 38: Using Slide Show

    Background Music Using Slide Show Set the background music when viewing photo. This view allows you to watch a slide show of the photos. In this view mode, the only content that Press MENU to change the settings when locates on the same directory shall be played. viewing a photo.

  • Page 39: Photo Info

    Photo Info Info displays the file status information (Resolution,Size, Date, etc.). Press MENU to change the settings when viewing a photo. 3UHVV WR VHOHFW and press The information will be removed by time-out (about 15 sec).

  • Page 40: Enjoy Music Through Usb Port

    Enjoy Music through USB Port The MP3 Player allows you to playback music files from a USB storage device. File Media Player Media Format Video codec (*1) Audio codec Note Externsion Music .mp3 MPEG-1/2 Layer-3 ‡ Maximum number of .m4a MPEG-2/4 LC-AAC files: 3000/folder ‡...

  • Page 41: Repeat Settings

    ‡ : Show play list ‡ : Music information and press to confirm the setting. Repeat Settings 3UHVV WR VHOHFW Press to select None, One or Folder. Using the Play List 3UHVV WR VHOHFW and press 3UHVV WR VHOHFW PXVLF DQG SUHVV play music.

  • Page 42: Enjoy Movie Through Usb Port

    Enjoy Movie through USB Port The Video Viewer allows you to playback video files from a USB storage device. NOTE: USB 2.0 or above is recommended for best media performance. Some files may not be played. File Media Player Media Format Video codec (*1) Audio codec Note...

  • Page 43: Play Video Files

    File Media Player Media Format Video codec (*1) Audio codec Note Externsion MPEG-1/2 Layer3 Maximum viewable Movie Sorenson H.263 resolution. Flash Video MPEG-2/4 LC-AAC .fiv (FLV1) Motion - JPEG: (FLV1) L-PCM 640 X 480 H.264 (MPEG-4 AVC) ADPCM Other : 1920 x 1080 MPEG-4 part2 9600 x 6400 3GPP...

  • Page 44: Repeat Settings

    selected folder Video Info ‡ : Repeat from A to B Info displays file status information (content number, - Set A: A-Set video title, audio track, subtitle, program, size, etc.). Repeat and Start Press MENU to change the settings when - Set B: B-Set viewing a video.

  • Page 45: Hdmi Cec Menus

    Control) technology, and allows the control of and switch the television’s input source to the Toshiba HDMI CEC compatible equipment from the port connected with the audio/video equipment television’s remote control.
  • Page 46 Enable HDMI-LINK Amplifier Control When the Enable HDMI CEC Control is set to On, it When Amplifier Control is set to On, it allows the allows the other functions to be enabled. Initial Speaker Setting feature to become available. Press MENU 3UHVV WR VHOHFW Setup.

  • Page 47: Hdmi Cec Playback Device Control

    HDMI CEC Playback Device Control This is a new feature that uses CEC technology and allows you to control HDMI CEC compatible devices from the TV remote control via HDMI connection. When there are two or more HDMI CEC devices connected to the television, the device selection menu appears.

  • Page 48: Usb Hdd Record Function

    USB HDD Record Function This function can be used to record and play digital ‡ USB HDD recording feature is not available in all broadcast programmes (function is dependant on countries. country selection). Read the precautions below before ‡ When the USB HDD is formatted, all the data recording or viewing programmes using the USB HDD stored on the HDD will be erased.
  • Page 49 Using the Programme Guide to set future To programme the timer: recordings. Press the (blue) button on the remote Press GUIDE on the remote control to display control. the Electronic Programme Guide (EPG). Select the unprogrammed column (blank 3UHVV    WR KLJKOLJKW WKH SURJUDPPH column) and press you want to record and press...

  • Page 50: To Check, Edit Or Delete Scheduling Information

    To schedule a programme using the information To delete a schedule: screen: 3UHVV RQ WKH Programme Timers Press the information screen will appear giving screen to select the title whose schedule you details of the channel and programme currently want to delete. being viewed.

  • Page 51: Operations From The Library Screen

    Operations from the Library screen As well as viewing the list of recorded titles on the Library screen, you can protect or delete titles and register titles to Personal Mode. To display the Library screen: Press Play List on Quick Menu and highlight Play List and press .
  • Page 52 To format a USB HDD: In the Recording Setup VFUHHQ SUHVV to select Format Device and press 3UHVV WR VHOHFW Yes in the confirmation window that will appear and press Formatting will start. Wait until formatting ends. NOTE: ‡ If the USB HDD is separated several partitions by PC and multiple Partition appear on the Device /LVW VFUHHQ SUHVV WR VHOHFW WKH 3DUWLWLRQ...

  • Page 53: Frequently Asked Questions

    Frequently Asked Questions Why is there no sound or picture? Why are there problems with text? Good performance of text depends on Check that the television is on and that all a strong broadcast signal. If the text is connections are made properly. unreadable or garbled, check the aerial, There is a picture, but why is there little satellite or cable connection.

  • Page 54: Specifications And Accessories

    Specifications and Accessories ‡ This television complies with the specification listed below. Receiving systems 72 W Power consumption (approx.) 89 W DVB-T Broadcast systems/ Broadcast systems/channels channels Standby power con- 0.40 W UHF 21-68 PAL-I UHF UK21-UK69 sumption (approx.) France VHF 05-10 PAL-B/G UHF E21-E69...

  • Page 55: License Information

    License Information 0DQXIDFWXUHG XQGHU OLFHQVH IURP 'ROE\ /DERUDWRULHV 'ROE\ DQG WKH GRXEOH' V\PERO ‡ DUH WUDGHPDUNV RI 'ROE\ /DERUDWRULHV +'0, WKH +'0, ORJR DQG +LJK'H¿QLWLRQ 0XOWLPHGLD ,QWHUIDFH DUH WUDGHPDUNV RU UHJ ‡ LVWHUHG WUDGHPDUNV RI +'0, /LFHQVLQJ //& LQ WKH 8QLWHG 6WDWHV DQG RWKHU FRXQWULHV ‡...
  • Page 56 Cleaning the screen and cabinet… 7XUQ RII WKH SRZHU FOHDQ WKH VFUHHQ DQG FDELQHW ZLWK D VRIW GU\ FORWK :H UHFRPPHQG WKDW \RX GR QRW XVH DQ\ SURSULHWDU\ SROLVKHV RU VROYHQWV RQ WKH VFUHHQ RU FDELQHW DV WKLV PD\ FDXVH GDPDJH Disposal…...
  • Page 57 Specification is subject to change without notice. TOSHIBA 2014 © All rights reserved. Reproduction in whole or part without written permission is strictly prohibited. TOSHIBA 23 Davy Road, Plymouth Devon, PL6 8BY, England...

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