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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.
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Important Safety Instructions * ALWAYS contact a service technician to inspect the TV any time it has been damaged or dropped. Read these instructions. 15) CAUTION: Keep these instructions. ° To reduce the risk of electric shock, do not use the Heed all warnings.
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TV or its controls. Be especially careful in households Care with children to prevent them from For better performance and safer operation of your TOSHIBA climbing on top of the TV. It may move, TV, follow these recommendations and precautions: fall over, break, become damaged or cause an injury.
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Failure to follow this Always use the screws supplied or recommended WARN ING may result in death or serious injury. Refer all the wall mount manufacturer. servicing not specified in this manual to a Toshiba Authorized Service Provider.
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USA - FederalCommunications FCCComplianceStatement Toshiba television models 42SL417U, 46SL417U, and 55SL417U comply with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. 1, Remove the four screws. Operation is subject to tile following two conditions: (Do not use these for attaching (1) This device may not cause harmful...
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NOTE: LCD Display technology and are not an indication IC Radiation Exposure Statement: This equipment malfunction; therefore, Toshiba is not responsible complies with IC RSS-102 radiation exposure fimits set perceived issues resulting from these symptoms. forth for an uncontrolled environmenL...
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SHALL BE IMPLIED FOR ANY OTHER USE. ADDITIONAL INFORMATION MAY BE OBTAINED FROM MPEG LA,LLC. SEE HTTP://WWW. M PEGLA.COM THIS PRODUCT IS LICENSED UNDER THE VC-1 PATENT • m DOLBY_ Manufactured under license from Dolby PORTFOLIO LICENSE FOR THE PERSONAL AND NON- O_G_TAL_LU5 ] Laboratories.
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Important Safety Instructions ...... Setting the PIN code ......Entering a new PIN code ....... Installation, Care, and Service ..... Changing or deleting your PIN code ..... Choosing a location for your LCD TV ....Forgotten PIN code ......Using parental controls ......
..... Resetting to the factory default ....Operating the TV with combination buttons ..Remote control codes ......Limited United States Warranty for LCD Televisions ......Limited Canadian Warranty for Toshiba Brand Flat Panel Televisions ..Index........
Features Overview of installation,setup, and use • Integrated digital tuning (8VSB ATSC and QAM) eliminates the need for a separate digital converter Follow these steps to set up your TV and begin using its set-top box (in most cases). many exciting features.
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Front panel control Examples show Model 42SL417U. TVfront Touch key function: - These are available when touched. * POWER - To turn the TV on and off. Remote Sensor ° • • - To change the chmlnel. When a menu is onscreen, these keys function as up/down...
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Bundlingthe cables Install the cable clamps and bundle the cables in them. Stand type Cable Clamps Wall Mount type Cable Clamps...
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Separate audio cables are required. (ColorStream ¢'_is a Toshiba brand.) Note: Component video cables provide better picture quality than composite video cables. HDMI® cable (JHJ_rru) Use it with devices built-in HDMI output. An HDMI...
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Connecting to a Satellite dish, an Antenna, or Cable TV Cable TV You will need: To view satellite programs using the component video ° Coaxial cables connections: Turn on the satellite receiver. Press and • or • to ° AV adapter cable (supplied) select ColorStream HD1.
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Connecting an HDMI® or DVI device to the HDMI input HDMIdevice TV backpanel HDMI cable PC / COLOR STREAMHOe DVI device audio cable _llll_ Analog To view the HDMI device video: The HDMI input on your TV receives digital audio and •...
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Connectinga VCR or DVDplayer with ColorStream ® (componentvideo) TV backpanel Yello_w White Green Blue DVD player Light green adapter zo ,_-_q;- _ _-_- I Standard cable Light yellow _ =1 Ilow Component adapter Standard cable (supplied) A/V cable _ AV adapter cable (supplied) You will need: To view...
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Connecting a digital audio system The TV's DIGITAL AUDIO OUT terminal outputs Dolby ® Digital or 2-channel down-mixed PCM (pulse- code modulation) signal for use with an external Dolby Digital decoder or other external audio systems with optical audio input. You will need: °...
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• Configure the connected devices. See each device's operation manual. This feature is limited to models incorporating Toshiba's HDM/® CEC Control feature. However, Toshiba is not liable Note: for those operations. See the individual instruction manuals for compatibility information. When using...
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Signal names for mini D-sub 15-pin connector Connecting a PC You can view your PC's display on the TV and hear the Ground sound from the TV's speakers. Ground Ground H-sync Connectingto the TV's PC IN terminal NC * V-sync You will need: Ground •...
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Modem (DSLor cable) Router withHub Connecting to a home network TVbackpanel The LAN port allows your Toshiba TV to connect E1 i E21 I your home network. You can use this home network to access photos, Cableor ....movies, and music files that are stored...
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Toshiba devices: The remote is programmed to operate a variety devices (_-:r' p. 79). Non-Toshiba devices or Toshiba devices that the remote Install two AA size batteries. control is not programmed to operate: Program the remote (_#r' p. 79).
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Learning aboutthe RemoteControl The buttons described in this section operate the TV only. For the HDMF _ CEC Control functions, see "Using HDMId,'3 CEC Control" (_#r' p. 39). For a complete list of the remote's functions see "Remote control functional key chart"...
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ANT/CABLE Initial Setup To select Antenna: When you first turn on or reset the TV, the Initial Setup window will appear. Note: First, select • You can stop Initial Setup bypressing However, if Antenna. you do not finish Initial Setup, the Initial Setup screen will appear every time you turn on your TV.
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Start Scan Navigating the menu system °To open the main menu, press on the remote control or TV control panel. Press @, Note: If you want to stop scanning, press L¢_ while scanning. ° After scanning is complete, a channel list screen (such as the one below) will appear.
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Main menu layout Settings APPLICATIONS Widgets NET TV To open the main menus (illustrated below), press _"_! Media Player on the remote control or TV control panel. Channel Browser Network NET TV Favorites Network Setup Browser Wireless On Timer Information Sleep Timer Media Photo...
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Quick menu SETUP Menu Settings Language Quick menu helps you access some options more ANT/CABLE quickly. Press _ to display the Quick menu and press • or • Auto Tuning to select an option. Manual Tuning Note: Quick menu items differ depending on the current mode.
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Location to navigate the menu: You can select Home o1"Store for the TV location. > Settings > Main menu > Submenu > normal home use, select Home. 1 _._o_ > Settings > SETUP > Location. Press the MENU button. Press _ to select Home.
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1 .¢._ > Settings > SETUP > Auto Tuning > @. Skipping channels A confirmation screen appears. Press to start Auto Tuning or _-_ to abort. The TV cycles through all the channels and stores To prevent a channel from being viewed, you can set it active...
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Configuring sharedinputs Labeling channels You can label analog TV channels. Side SharedAudio 1 _oJ > Settings > SETUP > TV Settings > ,_o_. _.u/> Settings > PREFERENCES > AV Press select Channel Options. Press 4_. • • Connection > _. The list of channels appears.
Setting the Auto Input feature the MODE SELECT You can change TV inputs using buttons on the remote control: TV, CABLE/SAT, DVD, AUX. After setting an input for a specific MODE SELECT button, the TV automatically switches to the input when you press and hold the MODE SELECT...
Usingthe Channel Browser Tuning channels The Channel Browser ''_is a helpful navigational interface for all of your channels and inputs. Features: Setting the Channel Tuning Mode • Navigate the contents of all of your inputs. • Keep a list of your favorite channels.
Favorites Browser Elements of the Channel Browser _'_ You can quickly create a favorite channels/inputs list that is integrated into the Channel Browser _'*. To add a favorite channel or input: Tune to the channel or input. Press and hold i551 _ for 3 seconds.
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Using Channel Return Selecting the video input to view You can switch between two channels without entering a channel number each time. This feature also works To select the video input to view: external inputs. Press on the remote control or TV control Select the first channel you want...
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Note: A closed caption signal may not display when a Using closed captions videotape is dubbed, signal reception is weak, or signal reception is non-standard. To turn on the closed caption mode: Digital CC settings 1 _oJ > Settings > SETUP >...
Setting the PIN code Using parental controls A PIN code is necessary for some menus. Blocking TVprograms andmoviesby Note: The Parental Control and Locks menu is grayed out if no PIN has been set. rating(V-Chip) Some TV programs and movies include signals that...
• The additional rating system is not designed, accompanying parent or adult) transmitted, or controlled by the TV or Toshiba, nor is the availability of an additional rating system determined Parents Strongly Cautioned (Some material controlled by Toshiba. Similarly, the rating of programs...
Indication other than rating system Locking specific channels NONE The program is rated None. A channel that is configured as Locked cannot No rating information viewed unless the PIN code is entered first (_#r' "Setting (No rating appears) provided. the PIN code" on p.
When the time expires, the TV This feature uses CEC technology and allows you to locks all external inputs. control Toshiba HDMI ® CEC compatible devices from the TV remote control via HDMI connection. 1 #._ > Settings > PREFERENCES >...
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ControllingHDMI®CECplayback HDMI ®CEC Player Control menu functions: devices Press to open the Quick menu. Select HDMI-CEC Player Control. Press With your TV's remote control, you can control Press • or • to select the item you want to control connected HDMI ®CEC playback device (DVD player,...
Adjustingthe amplifier's audio Usingthe HDMI® settings feature Using the TV's remote control, you can adjust or mute the sound volume of your amplifier. Note: If some HDMI legacy sources do not work properly • [_ _ adjust the volume level. with your HDMI TV, set INSTAPOR7 _M to Off.
Settingthe timer to turnonthe TV Usingyour PC with the TV You can set the on timer to turn on the TV to a preset Adjusting the image channel or input at a preset time. If the edges of the picture are hidden, readjust To activate the timer: Horizontal Position and Vertical Position.
Settingthe sleeptimer Setting Automatic Power Down You can set the TV to turn off after a specific amount The TV can be configured to automatically turn itself off time (maximum = 12 hours). after 4 hours if you do not operate the TV either from the remote...
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Viewingsupportinformation DisplayingTV status information 1 _,,_ > Settings > SETUP > System Information. To display TV status information: Press N767. Press _@to display support information containing The following information will be displayed Web/Customer service numbers for US, Canada, (if applicable): and Mexico.
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Selectingthe picturesize You can view many program formats in several picture sizes--Native, 4:3, Full, TheaterWide 1, TheaterWide 2, TheaterWide 3, Normal, and Dot by Dot. Note: The picture size illustrations are examples only. The format of the image (in any of the picture sizes) depends on the format of the signal you are currently watching.
Usingthe 4:3 Stretch Scrolling the picture If the edges of the picture are hidden, you can adjust the When 4:3 Stretch is activated, the TV displays image's position. programs as a full-screen picture. Note: Note: This feature is available when Auto Aspect is set to •...
Adjustingthe picturequality Adjusting the picture The adjustments you make to picture quality under picture mode are saved to that picture mode. Selectingthe picturemode Backlight* darker lighter You can select your desired picture settings from the modes described below. Contrast lower higher Brightness darker...
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DynaLight Usingthe advanced picture The DynaLight _' feature automatically strengthens settings features black coloring of dark areas in the video according the level of darkness. Note: Some of the Advanced Picture Settings features will 1 #,_ > Settings > PICTURE >...
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ClearFrame AutoBrightness Sensor The ClearFrame 120 Hz anti-blur technology doubles When the Auto Brightness function of Auto Brightness the frame rate from 60 frames per second to 120 frames Sensor Settings is set to On, the TV optimizes per second, virtually eliminating motion...
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ColorMaster Settingthe ExpertPicture Settings The ColorMaster _M feature allows you to adjust standard colors. Test Pattern 1 ._oJ > Settings > PICTURE > Advanced Picture Settings > ;_. When the test pattern is on screen, you can navigate Press • or • to select ColorMaster, press •...
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Setting Type Adjusting the audio You can adjust the white balance setting. > Settings > PICTURE > Expert Picture Settings > (t_"). Mutingthe sound Press select White Balance. Press _._. • O1" • Press to partially reduce (1/2 Mute) or turn Press •...
Usingthe MTS button Usingthe Dolby® Digital Dynamic Range Control feature If you press _s when an analog channel is tuned: • The Analog Audio bar will appear and display Stereo, You can further compress Dolby Digital and Dolby SAP, Mono as the options.
Usingadvanced soundfeatures Usingsurround sound Voice Enhancement and Dynamic Bass Boost help to create a thrilling surround sound experience with deep, rich bass from stereo sound sources. Your TV's audio will sound fuller, richer, and wider. Note: Surround features are only available for Stereo mode (_,_"...
Because Wireless LAN products operate within the guidefines found in radio frequency safety standards and recommendations, Toshiba believes Wireless LAN is safe for use by consumers. These standards and recommendations reflect the consensus of the scientific community and result from defiberations...
EasySetup using a PIN (PersonalIdentification Setting up the Network Number) 1 _._ > Settings > PREFERENCES > Network You can select the Network Type. Setup > _. > Settings > PREFERENCES > Network Press • or • to select Wireless Setup.
AdvancedNetworkSetup DNSSetup Note: Note: • When the DHCP function of the router connected to this ° When the DHCP function of the router connected to this TV is Off, setAuto Setup to Off, and manually set the TV is On, you can set Auto Setup to On or Off.
Network Connection Test Usingthe software keyboard This function checks Internet connectwity. You can enter text using the Software Keyboard. 1 _0_ > Settings > PREFERENCES > Network Software Keyboard window will appear when Setup > _Fo_. press (o_)on a field that accepts character input.
Performing a SoftwareUpgrade Usingthe NETTVrM feature Note: TOSHIBA may offer upgrades for the TV's software • You need to connect to the Internet before using this the future. The TV's software is upgraded via Internet feature (_ p. 21). connection.
Netflix YouTube YouTube is a video-sharing service managed Watching movieswith Netflix YouTube, LLC. This TV allows you to view YouTube video content. Press _ (---, Step 3) or press _. (From the Menu: _oj > Network > NET TV > _.) Press Press '# or •...
CinemaNow Yahoo!®TV Widgets CinemaNow is an on-demand service that offers high Yahoo! ® TV Widgets provide an integrated Internet definition movies on the Web. TV experience powered by the Yahoo! Connected platform. Yahoo! ® TV Widgets allow you to: Press °...
Usingthe Widget Gallery • The Widget Gallery allows you to browse Closes the widget. discover new TV Widgets. GREEN Changes the widget's settings. ° The featured TV Widgets are highlighted in the display case at the top of the sidebar. YELLOW Adds or deletes a snippet.
(Another: owners to download or use copyrighted content. Press • or • to select Photo, Movie, or Music. Toshiba cannot and does not grant such permission. (When Another in Step 2, press < to select • Photo, Movie, or Music.) Press ,_.
Using Media Player with DLNA CERTIFIED Server ViewingMoviefiles You need to configure a home network before using this feature (_#r' p. 21). Basic Playback: > Settings > APPLICATIONS > Media Player Select a file (_#r' "To select a file in the list of contents"...
Playing Music files To set the repeat mode: Press The current repeat setting appears. Basic Playback: Press '# or • to select Off, All, or 1. Select a file (_ p. 64). Press @ or 7_7 to begin Press The setting is effective until the TV is playback.
Viewing Photo files To set the repeat mode: Press _a_. The current repeat setting appears. Multi View mode: Press • or • to select Off, All, or 1. This view mode allows you to search for photos in a Press The setting is effective until the TV is...
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To set the mode settings: To display file status information: Press _ to open the Quick menu while in Single Press _. The information will be displayed at the View mode or Slideshow mode. bottom of the screen. Press • or • to select the item (SOUND, Interval Press _ again to hide the information.
Auto Power Off Usingthe Wallpaper feature 1 _* > Settings > PREFERENCES > Wallpaper Setup > @. The preview screen appears. This feature allows you to display a photo file stored the TV. Press • or • to highlight Auto Power Off.
• Check the Input mode when you use Shared Inputs Generaltroubleshooting (_._ p. 30). ° Adjust the Tint and/or Color (_-_-_ p . 48). Poor composite picture Before calling a service technician, please check this • If the TV is connected to an external AN device (e.g. DVD chapter for a possible cause...
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Example of impropersetup:ThePChasthe IPaddress 192.168.1.100 withthe Subnetmask255.255.255.0, theTV No HDMI ® CEC Control operation hasthe IP address192.168.0.101 w ith the Subnetmask * HDMI® CECControl feature is available for Toshiba HDMI® 255.255.253.0; theyareon differentsub-nets. CECcompatible devices. Unstable network connection * Ensure HDMI cables with the HDMI Logo (I.41_:3r1[1|) are * Whenusingawired home-network c onnection, u nplugthe used.
° In the U.S., visit TAIS Consumer Solutions on the web connection. at www.support.toshiba.com or call 1-800-631-3811. * Photofilesthatwereprocessed andeditedusingthe PC's ° In Canada, locate the nearest Toshiba authorized application softwaremaynot beviewable. service depot by directing your web browser to * Whenviewing contentthatsupportstwoor moreformatsthe www.toshiba.ca;...
1.2 A (rms) (maximum current) 46SL417U: Width: 42-15/32 inches (1,078 mm) 0.4 W in standby mode Height: 28-19/32 inches (726 mm) 55SL417U: 1.4 A (rms) (maximum current) Depth: 11-5/16 inches (287 mm) 0.4 W in standby mode 55SL417U: Width: 49-13/16 inches...
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Supplied Accessories ° Easy Setup Guide ° Pedestal assembly installation manual • Stop/Quick set up guide ° Remote control with two "AA" size batteries • Mounting screw Use this screw to secure the TV. See item 26 on p. 4. •...
Acceptable signal formats for PC IN and HDMI terminals PCINsignal formats Note: ° The PC IN on this TV only accepts signal formats which are compliant with VESA-DMTas in the table below. Since some PC input signals are different from the resolution and frequency described in the table below, the following problems may occur: incorrect display, false format detection, picture position failure, blur, or judder.
HDMIsignalformats Note: ° The HDMI inputs on this TV only accept VGA, SVGA, XGA, WXGA, and SXGA signal formats which are compliant with VESA-DMT as in the table below. Since some PC, HDMI, or DVI device input signals are different from the resolution and frequency described in the table below, the following problems may occur: incorrect display, false format detection, picture position failure, blur, or judder.
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CABLE/ SAT, BD/DVD, and AUX. Devicecodesetup Note: To operate a non-Toshiba device or a Toshiba device that the remote control is not preprogrammed Find the code for your device brand in the remote operate, you must program the remote. control device code table (_ p. 82-87).
Searchingfor a device code To lock the remote's volume keys to a specific mode: Example: CABLE/SAT mode If you do not know the device code for a particular Press CABLE/SAT. device, you can view each available code for that device mode and sample the functions...
Operating the TVwith combinationbuttons You can directly operate the TV power, input switch, picture size switch, and picture mode switch pressing a combination button while holding down color button. GAME Power Off POWER Power On Video 1 Video 2 ColorStream ColorStream HDMI 1 HDMI 2...
(if provided) or register How to Obtain Warranty Service your LCD Television online at www.support.toshiba.com. After following all of the operating instructions in the Owner's Registration of your LCD Television will enable TAIS to Manual, reviewthe section entitled %oncierge" located on our contact you in the unlikely event a safety notification is Customer Support Web site at www.support.toshiba.com.
IN LIEUOF ALL OTHERWARRANTIES, G UARANTEES, AGREEMENTS, AND SIMILAROBLIGATIONS OFTAISWITH RESPECT TO THE REPAIROR REPLACEMENT OF ANY Toshiba of Canada Limited ("TCL") makes the following PARTS.IN NO EVENTSHALLTAISBE LIABLE FOR limited warranties to original consumers in Canada. THESE CONSEQUENTIAL OR INCIDENTALDAMAGES...
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FOR BREACH OF WARRANTY, BREACH OF CONTRACT, Television; TORT (INCLUDING NEGLIGENCE), UNDER A STATUTE OR h. Service of a Television on which the TOSHIBA label or UNDER ANY OTHER LAW OR FORM OR ACTION, OR logo, rating label or serial number have been defaced WHETHER ARISING OUT OF THE USE OF OR INABILITY TO or removed;...
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For at least three (3) years from the date of distribution of disagreement of any other person may be joined or combined the this product, Toshiba will give to anyone who contacts with any Dispute by you, without the prior written consent of Toshiba Consumer Solutions at (800) 631-3811, for a TCL.
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LED Indication ......... Location .......... Auto Aspect ........V-Chip blocking ....... Voice Enhancement ......Auto Input ........Auto Tuning ........Manual Tuning ........ AutoView ®........Media Player ........Wallpaper ........Movie ........White Balance ......... Music ........Wireless Information ......Backlight .........
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STREET, MARKHAM, ONTARIO, L3R 8H2, CANADA MANUFACTURED TOSHIBA ELECTROIVlEX, S=A= DiE C=V= AutoView, ColorStream, GameTimer and TheaterWide are registered trademarks of Toshiba America Information Systems, Inc. Channel Browser, ClearFrame, DynaMght, ColorMaster, NET TV, SurfLock and TheaterLock are trademarks of Toshiba...
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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.
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Important Safety Instructions * ALWAYS contact a service technician to inspect the TV any time it has been damaged or dropped. Read these instructions. 15) CAUTION: Keep these instructions. ° To reduce the risk of electric shock, do not use the Heed all warnings.
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TV or its controls. Be especially careful in households Care with children to prevent them from For better performance and safer operation of your TOSHIBA climbing on top of the TV. It may move, TV, follow these recommendations and precautions: fall over, break, become damaged or cause an injury.
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Failure to follow this Always use the screws supplied or recommended WARN ING may result in death or serious injury. Refer all the wall mount manufacturer. servicing not specified in this manual to a Toshiba Authorized Service Provider.
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USA - FederalCommunications FCCComplianceStatement Toshiba television models 42SL417U, 46SL417U, and 55SL417U comply with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. 1, Remove the four screws. Operation is subject to tile following two conditions: (Do not use these for attaching (1) This device may not cause harmful...
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NOTE: LCD Display technology and are not an indication IC Radiation Exposure Statement: This equipment malfunction; therefore, Toshiba is not responsible complies with IC RSS-102 radiation exposure fimits set perceived issues resulting from these symptoms. forth for an uncontrolled environmenL...
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SHALL BE IMPLIED FOR ANY OTHER USE. ADDITIONAL INFORMATION MAY BE OBTAINED FROM MPEG LA,LLC. SEE HTTP://WWW. M PEGLA.COM THIS PRODUCT IS LICENSED UNDER THE VC-1 PATENT • m DOLBY_ Manufactured under license from Dolby PORTFOLIO LICENSE FOR THE PERSONAL AND NON- O_G_TAL_LU5 ] Laboratories.
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Important Safety Instructions ...... Setting the PIN code ......Entering a new PIN code ....... Installation, Care, and Service ..... Changing or deleting your PIN code ..... Choosing a location for your LCD TV ....Forgotten PIN code ......Using parental controls ......
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..... Resetting to the factory default ....Operating the TV with combination buttons ..Remote control codes ......Limited United States Warranty for LCD Televisions ......Limited Canadian Warranty for Toshiba Brand Flat Panel Televisions ..Index........
Features Overview of installation,setup, and use • Integrated digital tuning (8VSB ATSC and QAM) eliminates the need for a separate digital converter Follow these steps to set up your TV and begin using its set-top box (in most cases). many exciting features.
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Front panel control Examples show Model 42SL417U. TVfront Touch key function: - These are available when touched. * POWER - To turn the TV on and off. Remote Sensor ° • • - To change the chmlnel. When a menu is onscreen, these keys function as up/down...
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Bundlingthe cables Install the cable clamps and bundle the cables in them. Stand type Cable Clamps Wall Mount type Cable Clamps...
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Separate audio cables are required. (ColorStream ¢'_is a Toshiba brand.) Note: Component video cables provide better picture quality than composite video cables. HDMI® cable (JHJ_rru) Use it with devices built-in HDMI output. An HDMI...
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Connecting to a Satellite dish, an Antenna, or Cable TV Cable TV You will need: To view satellite programs using the component video ° Coaxial cables connections: Turn on the satellite receiver. Press and • or • to ° AV adapter cable (supplied) select ColorStream HD1.
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Connecting an HDMI® or DVI device to the HDMI input HDMIdevice TV backpanel HDMI cable PC / COLOR STREAMHOe DVI device audio cable _llll_ Analog To view the HDMI device video: The HDMI input on your TV receives digital audio and •...
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Connectinga VCR or DVDplayer with ColorStream ® (componentvideo) TV backpanel Yello_w White Green Blue DVD player Light green adapter zo ,_-_q;- _ _-_- I Standard cable Light yellow _ =1 Ilow Component adapter Standard cable (supplied) A/V cable _ AV adapter cable (supplied) You will need: To view...
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Connecting a digital audio system The TV's DIGITAL AUDIO OUT terminal outputs Dolby ® Digital or 2-channel down-mixed PCM (pulse- code modulation) signal for use with an external Dolby Digital decoder or other external audio systems with optical audio input. You will need: °...
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• Configure the connected devices. See each device's operation manual. This feature is limited to models incorporating Toshiba's HDM/® CEC Control feature. However, Toshiba is not liable Note: for those operations. See the individual instruction manuals for compatibility information. When using...
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Signal names for mini D-sub 15-pin connector Connecting a PC You can view your PC's display on the TV and hear the Ground sound from the TV's speakers. Ground Ground H-sync Connectingto the TV's PC IN terminal NC * V-sync You will need: Ground •...
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Modem (DSLor cable) Router withHub Connecting to a home network TVbackpanel The LAN port allows your Toshiba TV to connect E1 i E21 I your home network. You can use this home network to access photos, Cableor ....movies, and music files that are stored...
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Toshiba devices: The remote is programmed to operate a variety devices (_-:r' p. 79). Non-Toshiba devices or Toshiba devices that the remote Install two AA size batteries. control is not programmed to operate: Program the remote (_#r' p. 79).
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Learning aboutthe RemoteControl The buttons described in this section operate the TV only. For the HDMF _ CEC Control functions, see "Using HDMId,'3 CEC Control" (_#r' p. 39). For a complete list of the remote's functions see "Remote control functional key chart"...
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ANT/CABLE Initial Setup To select Antenna: When you first turn on or reset the TV, the Initial Setup window will appear. Note: First, select • You can stop Initial Setup bypressing However, if Antenna. you do not finish Initial Setup, the Initial Setup screen will appear every time you turn on your TV.
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Start Scan Navigating the menu system °To open the main menu, press on the remote control or TV control panel. Press @, Note: If you want to stop scanning, press L¢_ while scanning. ° After scanning is complete, a channel list screen (such as the one below) will appear.
Main menu layout Settings APPLICATIONS Widgets NET TV To open the main menus (illustrated below), press _"_! Media Player on the remote control or TV control panel. Channel Browser Network NET TV Favorites Network Setup Browser Wireless On Timer Information Sleep Timer Media Photo...
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Quick menu SETUP Menu Settings Language Quick menu helps you access some options more ANT/CABLE quickly. Press _ to display the Quick menu and press • or • Auto Tuning to select an option. Manual Tuning Note: Quick menu items differ depending on the current mode.
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Location to navigate the menu: You can select Home o1"Store for the TV location. > Settings > Main menu > Submenu > normal home use, select Home. 1 _._o_ > Settings > SETUP > Location. Press the MENU button. Press _ to select Home.
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1 .¢._ > Settings > SETUP > Auto Tuning > @. Skipping channels A confirmation screen appears. Press to start Auto Tuning or _-_ to abort. The TV cycles through all the channels and stores To prevent a channel from being viewed, you can set it active...
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Configuring sharedinputs Labeling channels You can label analog TV channels. Side SharedAudio 1 _oJ > Settings > SETUP > TV Settings > ,_o_. _.u/> Settings > PREFERENCES > AV Press select Channel Options. Press 4_. • • Connection > _. The list of channels appears.
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Setting the Auto Input feature the MODE SELECT You can change TV inputs using buttons on the remote control: TV, CABLE/SAT, DVD, AUX. After setting an input for a specific MODE SELECT button, the TV automatically switches to the input when you press and hold the MODE SELECT...
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Usingthe Channel Browser Tuning channels The Channel Browser ''_is a helpful navigational interface for all of your channels and inputs. Features: Setting the Channel Tuning Mode • Navigate the contents of all of your inputs. • Keep a list of your favorite channels.
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Favorites Browser Elements of the Channel Browser _'_ You can quickly create a favorite channels/inputs list that is integrated into the Channel Browser _'*. To add a favorite channel or input: Tune to the channel or input. Press and hold i551 _ for 3 seconds.
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Using Channel Return Selecting the video input to view You can switch between two channels without entering a channel number each time. This feature also works To select the video input to view: external inputs. Press on the remote control or TV control Select the first channel you want...
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Note: A closed caption signal may not display when a Using closed captions videotape is dubbed, signal reception is weak, or signal reception is non-standard. To turn on the closed caption mode: Digital CC settings 1 _oJ > Settings > SETUP >...
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Setting the PIN code Using parental controls A PIN code is necessary for some menus. Blocking TVprograms andmoviesby Note: The Parental Control and Locks menu is grayed out if no PIN has been set. rating(V-Chip) Some TV programs and movies include signals that...
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• The additional rating system is not designed, accompanying parent or adult) transmitted, or controlled by the TV or Toshiba, nor is the availability of an additional rating system determined Parents Strongly Cautioned (Some material controlled by Toshiba. Similarly, the rating of programs...
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Indication other than rating system Locking specific channels NONE The program is rated None. A channel that is configured as Locked cannot No rating information viewed unless the PIN code is entered first (_#r' "Setting (No rating appears) provided. the PIN code" on p.
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When the time expires, the TV This feature uses CEC technology and allows you to locks all external inputs. control Toshiba HDMI ® CEC compatible devices from the TV remote control via HDMI connection. 1 #._ > Settings > PREFERENCES >...
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ControllingHDMI®CECplayback HDMI ®CEC Player Control menu functions: devices Press to open the Quick menu. Select HDMI-CEC Player Control. Press With your TV's remote control, you can control Press • or • to select the item you want to control connected HDMI ®CEC playback device (DVD player,...
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Adjustingthe amplifier's audio Usingthe HDMI® settings feature Using the TV's remote control, you can adjust or mute the sound volume of your amplifier. Note: If some HDMI legacy sources do not work properly • [_ _ adjust the volume level. with your HDMI TV, set INSTAPOR7 _M to Off.
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Settingthe timer to turnonthe TV Usingyour PC with the TV You can set the on timer to turn on the TV to a preset Adjusting the image channel or input at a preset time. If the edges of the picture are hidden, readjust To activate the timer: Horizontal Position and Vertical Position.
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Settingthe sleeptimer Setting Automatic Power Down You can set the TV to turn off after a specific amount The TV can be configured to automatically turn itself off time (maximum = 12 hours). after 4 hours if you do not operate the TV either from the remote...
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Viewingsupportinformation DisplayingTV status information 1 _,,_ > Settings > SETUP > System Information. To display TV status information: Press N767. Press _@to display support information containing The following information will be displayed Web/Customer service numbers for US, Canada, (if applicable): and Mexico.
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Selectingthe picturesize You can view many program formats in several picture sizes--Native, 4:3, Full, TheaterWide 1, TheaterWide 2, TheaterWide 3, Normal, and Dot by Dot. Note: The picture size illustrations are examples only. The format of the image (in any of the picture sizes) depends on the format of the signal you are currently watching.
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Usingthe 4:3 Stretch Scrolling the picture If the edges of the picture are hidden, you can adjust the When 4:3 Stretch is activated, the TV displays image's position. programs as a full-screen picture. Note: Note: This feature is available when Auto Aspect is set to •...
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Adjustingthe picturequality Adjusting the picture The adjustments you make to picture quality under picture mode are saved to that picture mode. Selectingthe picturemode Backlight* darker lighter You can select your desired picture settings from the modes described below. Contrast lower higher Brightness darker...
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DynaLight Usingthe advanced picture The DynaLight _' feature automatically strengthens settings features black coloring of dark areas in the video according the level of darkness. Note: Some of the Advanced Picture Settings features will 1 #,_ > Settings > PICTURE >...
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ClearFrame AutoBrightness Sensor The ClearFrame 120 Hz anti-blur technology doubles When the Auto Brightness function of Auto Brightness the frame rate from 60 frames per second to 120 frames Sensor Settings is set to On, the TV optimizes per second, virtually eliminating motion...
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ColorMaster Settingthe ExpertPicture Settings The ColorMaster _M feature allows you to adjust standard colors. Test Pattern 1 ._oJ > Settings > PICTURE > Advanced Picture Settings > ;_. When the test pattern is on screen, you can navigate Press • or • to select ColorMaster, press •...
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Setting Type Adjusting the audio You can adjust the white balance setting. > Settings > PICTURE > Expert Picture Settings > (t_"). Mutingthe sound Press select White Balance. Press _._. • O1" • Press to partially reduce (1/2 Mute) or turn Press •...
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Usingthe MTS button Usingthe Dolby® Digital Dynamic Range Control feature If you press _s when an analog channel is tuned: • The Analog Audio bar will appear and display Stereo, You can further compress Dolby Digital and Dolby SAP, Mono as the options.
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Usingadvanced soundfeatures Usingsurround sound Voice Enhancement and Dynamic Bass Boost help to create a thrilling surround sound experience with deep, rich bass from stereo sound sources. Your TV's audio will sound fuller, richer, and wider. Note: Surround features are only available for Stereo mode (_,_"...
Because Wireless LAN products operate within the guidefines found in radio frequency safety standards and recommendations, Toshiba believes Wireless LAN is safe for use by consumers. These standards and recommendations reflect the consensus of the scientific community and result from defiberations...
EasySetup using a PIN (PersonalIdentification Setting up the Network Number) 1 _._ > Settings > PREFERENCES > Network You can select the Network Type. Setup > _. > Settings > PREFERENCES > Network Press • or • to select Wireless Setup.
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Wireless Information Manual Setup The settings configured in Wireless Setup can be 1 _._ > Settings > PREFERENCES > Network confirmed. Setup > _. > Network > Wireless Information > _. Press • or • to select Wireless Setup. Press _. Press •...
AdvancedNetworkSetup DNSSetup Note: Note: • When the DHCP function of the router connected to this ° When the DHCP function of the router connected to this TV is Off, setAuto Setup to Off, and manually set the TV is On, you can set Auto Setup to On or Off.
Network Connection Test Usingthe software keyboard This function checks Internet connectwity. You can enter text using the Software Keyboard. 1 _0_ > Settings > PREFERENCES > Network Software Keyboard window will appear when Setup > _Fo_. press (o_)on a field that accepts character input.
Performing a SoftwareUpgrade Usingthe NETTVrM feature Note: TOSHIBA may offer upgrades for the TV's software • You need to connect to the Internet before using this the future. The TV's software is upgraded via Internet feature (_ p. 21). connection.
Netflix YouTube YouTube is a video-sharing service managed Watching movieswith Netflix YouTube, LLC. This TV allows you to view YouTube video content. Press _ (---, Step 3) or press _. (From the Menu: _oj > Network > NET TV > _.) Press Press '# or •...
CinemaNow Yahoo!®TV Widgets CinemaNow is an on-demand service that offers high Yahoo! ® TV Widgets provide an integrated Internet definition movies on the Web. TV experience powered by the Yahoo! Connected platform. Yahoo! ® TV Widgets allow you to: Press °...
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Usingthe Widget Gallery • The Widget Gallery allows you to browse Closes the widget. discover new TV Widgets. GREEN Changes the widget's settings. ° The featured TV Widgets are highlighted in the display case at the top of the sidebar. YELLOW Adds or deletes a snippet.
(Another: owners to download or use copyrighted content. Press • or • to select Photo, Movie, or Music. Toshiba cannot and does not grant such permission. (When Another in Step 2, press < to select • Photo, Movie, or Music.) Press ,_.
Using Media Player with DLNA CERTIFIED Server ViewingMoviefiles You need to configure a home network before using this feature (_#r' p. 21). Basic Playback: > Settings > APPLICATIONS > Media Player Select a file (_#r' "To select a file in the list of contents"...
Playing Music files To set the repeat mode: Press The current repeat setting appears. Basic Playback: Press '# or • to select Off, All, or 1. Select a file (_ p. 64). Press @ or 7_7 to begin Press The setting is effective until the TV is playback.
Viewing Photo files To set the repeat mode: Press _a_. The current repeat setting appears. Multi View mode: Press • or • to select Off, All, or 1. This view mode allows you to search for photos in a Press The setting is effective until the TV is...
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To set the mode settings: To display file status information: Press _ to open the Quick menu while in Single Press _. The information will be displayed at the View mode or Slideshow mode. bottom of the screen. Press • or • to select the item (SOUND, Interval Press _ again to hide the information.
Auto Power Off Usingthe Wallpaper feature 1 _* > Settings > PREFERENCES > Wallpaper Setup > @. The preview screen appears. This feature allows you to display a photo file stored the TV. Press • or • to highlight Auto Power Off.
• Check the Input mode when you use Shared Inputs Generaltroubleshooting (_._ p. 30). ° Adjust the Tint and/or Color (_-_-_ p . 48). Poor composite picture Before calling a service technician, please check this • If the TV is connected to an external AN device (e.g. DVD chapter for a possible cause...
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Example of impropersetup:ThePChasthe IPaddress 192.168.1.100 withthe Subnetmask255.255.255.0, theTV No HDMI ® CEC Control operation hasthe IP address192.168.0.101 w ith the Subnetmask * HDMI® CECControl feature is available for Toshiba HDMI® 255.255.253.0; theyareon differentsub-nets. CECcompatible devices. Unstable network connection * Ensure HDMI cables with the HDMI Logo (I.41_:3r1[1|) are * Whenusingawired home-network c onnection, u nplugthe used.
° In the U.S., visit TAIS Consumer Solutions on the web connection. at www.support.toshiba.com or call 1-800-631-3811. * Photofilesthatwereprocessed andeditedusingthe PC's ° In Canada, locate the nearest Toshiba authorized application softwaremaynot beviewable. service depot by directing your web browser to * Whenviewing contentthatsupportstwoor moreformatsthe www.toshiba.ca;...
1.2 A (rms) (maximum current) 46SL417U: Width: 42-15/32 inches (1,078 mm) 0.4 W in standby mode Height: 28-19/32 inches (726 mm) 55SL417U: 1.4 A (rms) (maximum current) Depth: 11-5/16 inches (287 mm) 0.4 W in standby mode 55SL417U: Width: 49-13/16 inches...
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Supplied Accessories ° Easy Setup Guide ° Pedestal assembly installation manual • Stop/Quick set up guide ° Remote control with two "AA" size batteries • Mounting screw Use this screw to secure the TV. See item 26 on p. 4. •...
Acceptable signal formats for PC IN and HDMI terminals PCINsignal formats Note: ° The PC IN on this TV only accepts signal formats which are compliant with VESA-DMTas in the table below. Since some PC input signals are different from the resolution and frequency described in the table below, the following problems may occur: incorrect display, false format detection, picture position failure, blur, or judder.
HDMIsignalformats Note: ° The HDMI inputs on this TV only accept VGA, SVGA, XGA, WXGA, and SXGA signal formats which are compliant with VESA-DMT as in the table below. Since some PC, HDMI, or DVI device input signals are different from the resolution and frequency described in the table below, the following problems may occur: incorrect display, false format detection, picture position failure, blur, or judder.
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CABLE/ SAT, BD/DVD, and AUX. Devicecodesetup Note: To operate a non-Toshiba device or a Toshiba device that the remote control is not preprogrammed Find the code for your device brand in the remote operate, you must program the remote. control device code table (_ p. 82-87).
Searchingfor a device code To lock the remote's volume keys to a specific mode: Example: CABLE/SAT mode If you do not know the device code for a particular Press CABLE/SAT. device, you can view each available code for that device mode and sample the functions...
Operating the TVwith combinationbuttons You can directly operate the TV power, input switch, picture size switch, and picture mode switch pressing a combination button while holding down color button. GAME Power Off POWER Power On Video 1 Video 2 ColorStream ColorStream HDMI 1 HDMI 2...
(if provided) or register How to Obtain Warranty Service your LCD Television online at www.support.toshiba.com. After following all of the operating instructions in the Owner's Registration of your LCD Television will enable TAIS to Manual, reviewthe section entitled %oncierge" located on our contact you in the unlikely event a safety notification is Customer Support Web site at www.support.toshiba.com.
IN LIEUOF ALL OTHERWARRANTIES, G UARANTEES, AGREEMENTS, AND SIMILAROBLIGATIONS OFTAISWITH RESPECT TO THE REPAIROR REPLACEMENT OF ANY Toshiba of Canada Limited ("TCL") makes the following PARTS.IN NO EVENTSHALLTAISBE LIABLE FOR limited warranties to original consumers in Canada. THESE CONSEQUENTIAL OR INCIDENTALDAMAGES...
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FOR BREACH OF WARRANTY, BREACH OF CONTRACT, Television; TORT (INCLUDING NEGLIGENCE), UNDER A STATUTE OR h. Service of a Television on which the TOSHIBA label or UNDER ANY OTHER LAW OR FORM OR ACTION, OR logo, rating label or serial number have been defaced WHETHER ARISING OUT OF THE USE OF OR INABILITY TO or removed;...
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For at least three (3) years from the date of distribution of disagreement of any other person may be joined or combined the this product, Toshiba will give to anyone who contacts with any Dispute by you, without the prior written consent of Toshiba Consumer Solutions at (800) 631-3811, for a TCL.
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LED Indication ......... Location .......... Auto Aspect ........V-Chip blocking ....... Voice Enhancement ......Auto Input ........Auto Tuning ........Manual Tuning ........ AutoView ®........Media Player ........Wallpaper ........Movie ........White Balance ......... Music ........Wireless Information ......Backlight .........
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STREET, MARKHAM, ONTARIO, L3R 8H2, CANADA MANUFACTURED TOSHIBA ELECTROIVlEX, S=A= DiE C=V= AutoView, ColorStream, GameTimer and TheaterWide are registered trademarks of Toshiba America Information Systems, Inc. Channel Browser, ClearFrame, DynaMght, ColorMaster, NET TV, SurfLock and TheaterLock are trademarks of Toshiba...
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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.
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Important Safety Instructions * ALWAYS contact a service technician to inspect the TV any time it has been damaged or dropped. Read these instructions. 15) CAUTION: Keep these instructions. ° To reduce the risk of electric shock, do not use the Heed all warnings.
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TV or its controls. Be especially careful in households Care with children to prevent them from For better performance and safer operation of your TOSHIBA climbing on top of the TV. It may move, TV, follow these recommendations and precautions: fall over, break, become damaged or cause an injury.
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Failure to follow this Always use the screws supplied or recommended WARN ING may result in death or serious injury. Refer all the wall mount manufacturer. servicing not specified in this manual to a Toshiba Authorized Service Provider.
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USA - FederalCommunications FCCComplianceStatement Toshiba television models 42SL417U, 46SL417U, and 55SL417U comply with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. 1, Remove the four screws. Operation is subject to tile following two conditions: (Do not use these for attaching (1) This device may not cause harmful...
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NOTE: LCD Display technology and are not an indication IC Radiation Exposure Statement: This equipment malfunction; therefore, Toshiba is not responsible complies with IC RSS-102 radiation exposure fimits set perceived issues resulting from these symptoms. forth for an uncontrolled environmenL...
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SHALL BE IMPLIED FOR ANY OTHER USE. ADDITIONAL INFORMATION MAY BE OBTAINED FROM MPEG LA,LLC. SEE HTTP://WWW. M PEGLA.COM THIS PRODUCT IS LICENSED UNDER THE VC-1 PATENT • m DOLBY_ Manufactured under license from Dolby PORTFOLIO LICENSE FOR THE PERSONAL AND NON- O_G_TAL_LU5 ] Laboratories.
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Important Safety Instructions ...... Setting the PIN code ......Entering a new PIN code ....... Installation, Care, and Service ..... Changing or deleting your PIN code ..... Choosing a location for your LCD TV ....Forgotten PIN code ......Using parental controls ......
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..... Resetting to the factory default ....Operating the TV with combination buttons ..Remote control codes ......Limited United States Warranty for LCD Televisions ......Limited Canadian Warranty for Toshiba Brand Flat Panel Televisions ..Index........
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Features Overview of installation,setup, and use • Integrated digital tuning (8VSB ATSC and QAM) eliminates the need for a separate digital converter Follow these steps to set up your TV and begin using its set-top box (in most cases). many exciting features.
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Front panel control Examples show Model 42SL417U. TVfront Touch key function: - These are available when touched. * POWER - To turn the TV on and off. Remote Sensor ° • • - To change the chmlnel. When a menu is onscreen, these keys function as up/down...
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Bundlingthe cables Install the cable clamps and bundle the cables in them. Stand type Cable Clamps Wall Mount type Cable Clamps...
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Separate audio cables are required. (ColorStream ¢'_is a Toshiba brand.) Note: Component video cables provide better picture quality than composite video cables. HDMI® cable (JHJ_rru) Use it with devices built-in HDMI output. An HDMI...
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Connecting to a Satellite dish, an Antenna, or Cable TV Cable TV You will need: To view satellite programs using the component video ° Coaxial cables connections: Turn on the satellite receiver. Press and • or • to ° AV adapter cable (supplied) select ColorStream HD1.
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Connecting an HDMI® or DVI device to the HDMI input HDMIdevice TV backpanel HDMI cable PC / COLOR STREAMHOe DVI device audio cable _llll_ Analog To view the HDMI device video: The HDMI input on your TV receives digital audio and •...
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Connectinga VCR or DVDplayer with ColorStream ® (componentvideo) TV backpanel Yello_w White Green Blue DVD player Light green adapter zo ,_-_q;- _ _-_- I Standard cable Light yellow _ =1 Ilow Component adapter Standard cable (supplied) A/V cable _ AV adapter cable (supplied) You will need: To view...
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Connecting a digital audio system The TV's DIGITAL AUDIO OUT terminal outputs Dolby ® Digital or 2-channel down-mixed PCM (pulse- code modulation) signal for use with an external Dolby Digital decoder or other external audio systems with optical audio input. You will need: °...
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• Configure the connected devices. See each device's operation manual. This feature is limited to models incorporating Toshiba's HDM/® CEC Control feature. However, Toshiba is not liable Note: for those operations. See the individual instruction manuals for compatibility information. When using...
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Signal names for mini D-sub 15-pin connector Connecting a PC You can view your PC's display on the TV and hear the Ground sound from the TV's speakers. Ground Ground H-sync Connectingto the TV's PC IN terminal NC * V-sync You will need: Ground •...
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Modem (DSLor cable) Router withHub Connecting to a home network TVbackpanel The LAN port allows your Toshiba TV to connect E1 i E21 I your home network. You can use this home network to access photos, Cableor ....movies, and music files that are stored...
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Toshiba devices: The remote is programmed to operate a variety devices (_-:r' p. 79). Non-Toshiba devices or Toshiba devices that the remote Install two AA size batteries. control is not programmed to operate: Program the remote (_#r' p. 79).
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Learning aboutthe RemoteControl The buttons described in this section operate the TV only. For the HDMF _ CEC Control functions, see "Using HDMId,'3 CEC Control" (_#r' p. 39). For a complete list of the remote's functions see "Remote control functional key chart"...
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ANT/CABLE Initial Setup To select Antenna: When you first turn on or reset the TV, the Initial Setup window will appear. Note: First, select • You can stop Initial Setup bypressing However, if Antenna. you do not finish Initial Setup, the Initial Setup screen will appear every time you turn on your TV.
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Start Scan Navigating the menu system °To open the main menu, press on the remote control or TV control panel. Press @, Note: If you want to stop scanning, press L¢_ while scanning. ° After scanning is complete, a channel list screen (such as the one below) will appear.
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Main menu layout Settings APPLICATIONS Widgets NET TV To open the main menus (illustrated below), press _"_! Media Player on the remote control or TV control panel. Channel Browser Network NET TV Favorites Network Setup Browser Wireless On Timer Information Sleep Timer Media Photo...
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Quick menu SETUP Menu Settings Language Quick menu helps you access some options more ANT/CABLE quickly. Press _ to display the Quick menu and press • or • Auto Tuning to select an option. Manual Tuning Note: Quick menu items differ depending on the current mode.
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Location to navigate the menu: You can select Home o1"Store for the TV location. > Settings > Main menu > Submenu > normal home use, select Home. 1 _._o_ > Settings > SETUP > Location. Press the MENU button. Press _ to select Home.
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1 .¢._ > Settings > SETUP > Auto Tuning > @. Skipping channels A confirmation screen appears. Press to start Auto Tuning or _-_ to abort. The TV cycles through all the channels and stores To prevent a channel from being viewed, you can set it active...
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Configuring sharedinputs Labeling channels You can label analog TV channels. Side SharedAudio 1 _oJ > Settings > SETUP > TV Settings > ,_o_. _.u/> Settings > PREFERENCES > AV Press select Channel Options. Press 4_. • • Connection > _. The list of channels appears.
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Setting the Auto Input feature the MODE SELECT You can change TV inputs using buttons on the remote control: TV, CABLE/SAT, DVD, AUX. After setting an input for a specific MODE SELECT button, the TV automatically switches to the input when you press and hold the MODE SELECT...
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Usingthe Channel Browser Tuning channels The Channel Browser ''_is a helpful navigational interface for all of your channels and inputs. Features: Setting the Channel Tuning Mode • Navigate the contents of all of your inputs. • Keep a list of your favorite channels.
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Favorites Browser Elements of the Channel Browser _'_ You can quickly create a favorite channels/inputs list that is integrated into the Channel Browser _'*. To add a favorite channel or input: Tune to the channel or input. Press and hold i551 _ for 3 seconds.
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Using Channel Return Selecting the video input to view You can switch between two channels without entering a channel number each time. This feature also works To select the video input to view: external inputs. Press on the remote control or TV control Select the first channel you want...
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Note: A closed caption signal may not display when a Using closed captions videotape is dubbed, signal reception is weak, or signal reception is non-standard. To turn on the closed caption mode: Digital CC settings 1 _oJ > Settings > SETUP >...
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Setting the PIN code Using parental controls A PIN code is necessary for some menus. Blocking TVprograms andmoviesby Note: The Parental Control and Locks menu is grayed out if no PIN has been set. rating(V-Chip) Some TV programs and movies include signals that...
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• The additional rating system is not designed, accompanying parent or adult) transmitted, or controlled by the TV or Toshiba, nor is the availability of an additional rating system determined Parents Strongly Cautioned (Some material controlled by Toshiba. Similarly, the rating of programs...
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Indication other than rating system Locking specific channels NONE The program is rated None. A channel that is configured as Locked cannot No rating information viewed unless the PIN code is entered first (_#r' "Setting (No rating appears) provided. the PIN code" on p.
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When the time expires, the TV This feature uses CEC technology and allows you to locks all external inputs. control Toshiba HDMI ® CEC compatible devices from the TV remote control via HDMI connection. 1 #._ > Settings > PREFERENCES >...
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ControllingHDMI®CECplayback HDMI ®CEC Player Control menu functions: devices Press to open the Quick menu. Select HDMI-CEC Player Control. Press With your TV's remote control, you can control Press • or • to select the item you want to control connected HDMI ®CEC playback device (DVD player,...
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Adjustingthe amplifier's audio Usingthe HDMI® settings feature Using the TV's remote control, you can adjust or mute the sound volume of your amplifier. Note: If some HDMI legacy sources do not work properly • [_ _ adjust the volume level. with your HDMI TV, set INSTAPOR7 _M to Off.
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Settingthe timer to turnonthe TV Usingyour PC with the TV You can set the on timer to turn on the TV to a preset Adjusting the image channel or input at a preset time. If the edges of the picture are hidden, readjust To activate the timer: Horizontal Position and Vertical Position.
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Settingthe sleeptimer Setting Automatic Power Down You can set the TV to turn off after a specific amount The TV can be configured to automatically turn itself off time (maximum = 12 hours). after 4 hours if you do not operate the TV either from the remote...
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Viewingsupportinformation DisplayingTV status information 1 _,,_ > Settings > SETUP > System Information. To display TV status information: Press N767. Press _@to display support information containing The following information will be displayed Web/Customer service numbers for US, Canada, (if applicable): and Mexico.
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Selectingthe picturesize You can view many program formats in several picture sizes--Native, 4:3, Full, TheaterWide 1, TheaterWide 2, TheaterWide 3, Normal, and Dot by Dot. Note: The picture size illustrations are examples only. The format of the image (in any of the picture sizes) depends on the format of the signal you are currently watching.
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Usingthe 4:3 Stretch Scrolling the picture If the edges of the picture are hidden, you can adjust the When 4:3 Stretch is activated, the TV displays image's position. programs as a full-screen picture. Note: Note: This feature is available when Auto Aspect is set to •...
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Adjustingthe picturequality Adjusting the picture The adjustments you make to picture quality under picture mode are saved to that picture mode. Selectingthe picturemode Backlight* darker lighter You can select your desired picture settings from the modes described below. Contrast lower higher Brightness darker...
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DynaLight Usingthe advanced picture The DynaLight _' feature automatically strengthens settings features black coloring of dark areas in the video according the level of darkness. Note: Some of the Advanced Picture Settings features will 1 #,_ > Settings > PICTURE >...
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ClearFrame AutoBrightness Sensor The ClearFrame 120 Hz anti-blur technology doubles When the Auto Brightness function of Auto Brightness the frame rate from 60 frames per second to 120 frames Sensor Settings is set to On, the TV optimizes per second, virtually eliminating motion...
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ColorMaster Settingthe ExpertPicture Settings The ColorMaster _M feature allows you to adjust standard colors. Test Pattern 1 ._oJ > Settings > PICTURE > Advanced Picture Settings > ;_. When the test pattern is on screen, you can navigate Press • or • to select ColorMaster, press •...
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Setting Type Adjusting the audio You can adjust the white balance setting. > Settings > PICTURE > Expert Picture Settings > (t_"). Mutingthe sound Press select White Balance. Press _._. • O1" • Press to partially reduce (1/2 Mute) or turn Press •...
Usingthe MTS button Usingthe Dolby® Digital Dynamic Range Control feature If you press _s when an analog channel is tuned: • The Analog Audio bar will appear and display Stereo, You can further compress Dolby Digital and Dolby SAP, Mono as the options.
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Usingadvanced soundfeatures Usingsurround sound Voice Enhancement and Dynamic Bass Boost help to create a thrilling surround sound experience with deep, rich bass from stereo sound sources. Your TV's audio will sound fuller, richer, and wider. Note: Surround features are only available for Stereo mode (_,_"...
Because Wireless LAN products operate within the guidefines found in radio frequency safety standards and recommendations, Toshiba believes Wireless LAN is safe for use by consumers. These standards and recommendations reflect the consensus of the scientific community and result from defiberations...
EasySetup using a PIN (PersonalIdentification Setting up the Network Number) 1 _._ > Settings > PREFERENCES > Network You can select the Network Type. Setup > _. > Settings > PREFERENCES > Network Press • or • to select Wireless Setup.
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Wireless Information Manual Setup The settings configured in Wireless Setup can be 1 _._ > Settings > PREFERENCES > Network confirmed. Setup > _. > Network > Wireless Information > _. Press • or • to select Wireless Setup. Press _. Press •...
AdvancedNetworkSetup DNSSetup Note: Note: • When the DHCP function of the router connected to this ° When the DHCP function of the router connected to this TV is Off, setAuto Setup to Off, and manually set the TV is On, you can set Auto Setup to On or Off.
Network Connection Test Usingthe software keyboard This function checks Internet connectwity. You can enter text using the Software Keyboard. 1 _0_ > Settings > PREFERENCES > Network Software Keyboard window will appear when Setup > _Fo_. press (o_)on a field that accepts character input.
Performing a SoftwareUpgrade Usingthe NETTVrM feature Note: TOSHIBA may offer upgrades for the TV's software • You need to connect to the Internet before using this the future. The TV's software is upgraded via Internet feature (_ p. 21). connection.
Netflix YouTube YouTube is a video-sharing service managed Watching movieswith Netflix YouTube, LLC. This TV allows you to view YouTube video content. Press _ (---, Step 3) or press _. (From the Menu: _oj > Network > NET TV > _.) Press Press '# or •...
CinemaNow Yahoo!®TV Widgets CinemaNow is an on-demand service that offers high Yahoo! ® TV Widgets provide an integrated Internet definition movies on the Web. TV experience powered by the Yahoo! Connected platform. Yahoo! ® TV Widgets allow you to: Press °...
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Usingthe Widget Gallery • The Widget Gallery allows you to browse Closes the widget. discover new TV Widgets. GREEN Changes the widget's settings. ° The featured TV Widgets are highlighted in the display case at the top of the sidebar. YELLOW Adds or deletes a snippet.
(Another: owners to download or use copyrighted content. Press • or • to select Photo, Movie, or Music. Toshiba cannot and does not grant such permission. (When Another in Step 2, press < to select • Photo, Movie, or Music.) Press ,_.
Using Media Player with DLNA CERTIFIED Server ViewingMoviefiles You need to configure a home network before using this feature (_#r' p. 21). Basic Playback: > Settings > APPLICATIONS > Media Player Select a file (_#r' "To select a file in the list of contents"...
Playing Music files To set the repeat mode: Press The current repeat setting appears. Basic Playback: Press '# or • to select Off, All, or 1. Select a file (_ p. 64). Press @ or 7_7 to begin Press The setting is effective until the TV is playback.
Viewing Photo files To set the repeat mode: Press _a_. The current repeat setting appears. Multi View mode: Press • or • to select Off, All, or 1. This view mode allows you to search for photos in a Press The setting is effective until the TV is...
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To set the mode settings: To display file status information: Press _ to open the Quick menu while in Single Press _. The information will be displayed at the View mode or Slideshow mode. bottom of the screen. Press • or • to select the item (SOUND, Interval Press _ again to hide the information.
Auto Power Off Usingthe Wallpaper feature 1 _* > Settings > PREFERENCES > Wallpaper Setup > @. The preview screen appears. This feature allows you to display a photo file stored the TV. Press • or • to highlight Auto Power Off.
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• Check the Input mode when you use Shared Inputs Generaltroubleshooting (_._ p. 30). ° Adjust the Tint and/or Color (_-_-_ p . 48). Poor composite picture Before calling a service technician, please check this • If the TV is connected to an external AN device (e.g. DVD chapter for a possible cause...
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Example of impropersetup:ThePChasthe IPaddress 192.168.1.100 withthe Subnetmask255.255.255.0, theTV No HDMI ® CEC Control operation hasthe IP address192.168.0.101 w ith the Subnetmask * HDMI® CECControl feature is available for Toshiba HDMI® 255.255.253.0; theyareon differentsub-nets. CECcompatible devices. Unstable network connection * Ensure HDMI cables with the HDMI Logo (I.41_:3r1[1|) are * Whenusingawired home-network c onnection, u nplugthe used.
° In the U.S., visit TAIS Consumer Solutions on the web connection. at www.support.toshiba.com or call 1-800-631-3811. * Photofilesthatwereprocessed andeditedusingthe PC's ° In Canada, locate the nearest Toshiba authorized application softwaremaynot beviewable. service depot by directing your web browser to * Whenviewing contentthatsupportstwoor moreformatsthe www.toshiba.ca;...
1.2 A (rms) (maximum current) 46SL417U: Width: 42-15/32 inches (1,078 mm) 0.4 W in standby mode Height: 28-19/32 inches (726 mm) 55SL417U: 1.4 A (rms) (maximum current) Depth: 11-5/16 inches (287 mm) 0.4 W in standby mode 55SL417U: Width: 49-13/16 inches...
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Supplied Accessories ° Easy Setup Guide ° Pedestal assembly installation manual • Stop/Quick set up guide ° Remote control with two "AA" size batteries • Mounting screw Use this screw to secure the TV. See item 26 on p. 4. •...
Acceptable signal formats for PC IN and HDMI terminals PCINsignal formats Note: ° The PC IN on this TV only accepts signal formats which are compliant with VESA-DMTas in the table below. Since some PC input signals are different from the resolution and frequency described in the table below, the following problems may occur: incorrect display, false format detection, picture position failure, blur, or judder.
HDMIsignalformats Note: ° The HDMI inputs on this TV only accept VGA, SVGA, XGA, WXGA, and SXGA signal formats which are compliant with VESA-DMT as in the table below. Since some PC, HDMI, or DVI device input signals are different from the resolution and frequency described in the table below, the following problems may occur: incorrect display, false format detection, picture position failure, blur, or judder.
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CABLE/ SAT, BD/DVD, and AUX. Devicecodesetup Note: To operate a non-Toshiba device or a Toshiba device that the remote control is not preprogrammed Find the code for your device brand in the remote operate, you must program the remote. control device code table (_ p. 82-87).
Searchingfor a device code To lock the remote's volume keys to a specific mode: Example: CABLE/SAT mode If you do not know the device code for a particular Press CABLE/SAT. device, you can view each available code for that device mode and sample the functions...
Operating the TVwith combinationbuttons You can directly operate the TV power, input switch, picture size switch, and picture mode switch pressing a combination button while holding down color button. GAME Power Off POWER Power On Video 1 Video 2 ColorStream ColorStream HDMI 1 HDMI 2...
(if provided) or register How to Obtain Warranty Service your LCD Television online at www.support.toshiba.com. After following all of the operating instructions in the Owner's Registration of your LCD Television will enable TAIS to Manual, reviewthe section entitled %oncierge" located on our contact you in the unlikely event a safety notification is Customer Support Web site at www.support.toshiba.com.
IN LIEUOF ALL OTHERWARRANTIES, G UARANTEES, AGREEMENTS, AND SIMILAROBLIGATIONS OFTAISWITH RESPECT TO THE REPAIROR REPLACEMENT OF ANY Toshiba of Canada Limited ("TCL") makes the following PARTS.IN NO EVENTSHALLTAISBE LIABLE FOR limited warranties to original consumers in Canada. THESE CONSEQUENTIAL OR INCIDENTALDAMAGES...
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FOR BREACH OF WARRANTY, BREACH OF CONTRACT, Television; TORT (INCLUDING NEGLIGENCE), UNDER A STATUTE OR h. Service of a Television on which the TOSHIBA label or UNDER ANY OTHER LAW OR FORM OR ACTION, OR logo, rating label or serial number have been defaced WHETHER ARISING OUT OF THE USE OF OR INABILITY TO or removed;...
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For at least three (3) years from the date of distribution of disagreement of any other person may be joined or combined the this product, Toshiba will give to anyone who contacts with any Dispute by you, without the prior written consent of Toshiba Consumer Solutions at (800) 631-3811, for a TCL.
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LED Indication ......... Location .......... Auto Aspect ........V-Chip blocking ....... Voice Enhancement ......Auto Input ........Auto Tuning ........Manual Tuning ........ AutoView ®........Media Player ........Wallpaper ........Movie ........White Balance ......... Music ........Wireless Information ......Backlight .........
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STREET, MARKHAM, ONTARIO, L3R 8H2, CANADA MANUFACTURED TOSHIBA ELECTROIVlEX, S=A= DiE C=V= AutoView, ColorStream, GameTimer and TheaterWide are registered trademarks of Toshiba America Information Systems, Inc. Channel Browser, ClearFrame, DynaMght, ColorMaster, NET TV, SurfLock and TheaterLock are trademarks of Toshiba...
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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.
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Important Safety Instructions * ALWAYS contact a service technician to inspect the TV any time it has been damaged or dropped. Read these instructions. 15) CAUTION: Keep these instructions. ° To reduce the risk of electric shock, do not use the Heed all warnings.
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TV or its controls. Be especially careful in households Care with children to prevent them from For better performance and safer operation of your TOSHIBA climbing on top of the TV. It may move, TV, follow these recommendations and precautions: fall over, break, become damaged or cause an injury.
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Failure to follow this Always use the screws supplied or recommended WARN ING may result in death or serious injury. Refer all the wall mount manufacturer. servicing not specified in this manual to a Toshiba Authorized Service Provider.
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USA - FederalCommunications FCCComplianceStatement Toshiba television models 42SL417U, 46SL417U, and 55SL417U comply with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. 1, Remove the four screws. Operation is subject to tile following two conditions: (Do not use these for attaching (1) This device may not cause harmful...
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NOTE: LCD Display technology and are not an indication IC Radiation Exposure Statement: This equipment malfunction; therefore, Toshiba is not responsible complies with IC RSS-102 radiation exposure fimits set perceived issues resulting from these symptoms. forth for an uncontrolled environmenL...
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SHALL BE IMPLIED FOR ANY OTHER USE. ADDITIONAL INFORMATION MAY BE OBTAINED FROM MPEG LA,LLC. SEE HTTP://WWW. M PEGLA.COM THIS PRODUCT IS LICENSED UNDER THE VC-1 PATENT • m DOLBY_ Manufactured under license from Dolby PORTFOLIO LICENSE FOR THE PERSONAL AND NON- O_G_TAL_LU5 ] Laboratories.
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Important Safety Instructions ...... Setting the PIN code ......Entering a new PIN code ....... Installation, Care, and Service ..... Changing or deleting your PIN code ..... Choosing a location for your LCD TV ....Forgotten PIN code ......Using parental controls ......
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..... Resetting to the factory default ....Operating the TV with combination buttons ..Remote control codes ......Limited United States Warranty for LCD Televisions ......Limited Canadian Warranty for Toshiba Brand Flat Panel Televisions ..Index........
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Features Overview of installation,setup, and use • Integrated digital tuning (8VSB ATSC and QAM) eliminates the need for a separate digital converter Follow these steps to set up your TV and begin using its set-top box (in most cases). many exciting features.
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Front panel control Examples show Model 42SL417U. TVfront Touch key function: - These are available when touched. * POWER - To turn the TV on and off. Remote Sensor ° • • - To change the chmlnel. When a menu is onscreen, these keys function as up/down...
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Bundlingthe cables Install the cable clamps and bundle the cables in them. Stand type Cable Clamps Wall Mount type Cable Clamps...
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Separate audio cables are required. (ColorStream ¢'_is a Toshiba brand.) Note: Component video cables provide better picture quality than composite video cables. HDMI® cable (JHJ_rru) Use it with devices built-in HDMI output. An HDMI...
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Connecting to a Satellite dish, an Antenna, or Cable TV Cable TV You will need: To view satellite programs using the component video ° Coaxial cables connections: Turn on the satellite receiver. Press and • or • to ° AV adapter cable (supplied) select ColorStream HD1.
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Connecting an HDMI® or DVI device to the HDMI input HDMIdevice TV backpanel HDMI cable PC / COLOR STREAMHOe DVI device audio cable _llll_ Analog To view the HDMI device video: The HDMI input on your TV receives digital audio and •...
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Connectinga VCR or DVDplayer with ColorStream ® (componentvideo) TV backpanel Yello_w White Green Blue DVD player Light green adapter zo ,_-_q;- _ _-_- I Standard cable Light yellow _ =1 Ilow Component adapter Standard cable (supplied) A/V cable _ AV adapter cable (supplied) You will need: To view...
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Connecting a digital audio system The TV's DIGITAL AUDIO OUT terminal outputs Dolby ® Digital or 2-channel down-mixed PCM (pulse- code modulation) signal for use with an external Dolby Digital decoder or other external audio systems with optical audio input. You will need: °...
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• Configure the connected devices. See each device's operation manual. This feature is limited to models incorporating Toshiba's HDM/® CEC Control feature. However, Toshiba is not liable Note: for those operations. See the individual instruction manuals for compatibility information. When using...
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Signal names for mini D-sub 15-pin connector Connecting a PC You can view your PC's display on the TV and hear the Ground sound from the TV's speakers. Ground Ground H-sync Connectingto the TV's PC IN terminal NC * V-sync You will need: Ground •...
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Modem (DSLor cable) Router withHub Connecting to a home network TVbackpanel The LAN port allows your Toshiba TV to connect E1 i E21 I your home network. You can use this home network to access photos, Cableor ....movies, and music files that are stored...
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Toshiba devices: The remote is programmed to operate a variety devices (_-:r' p. 79). Non-Toshiba devices or Toshiba devices that the remote Install two AA size batteries. control is not programmed to operate: Program the remote (_#r' p. 79).
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Learning aboutthe RemoteControl The buttons described in this section operate the TV only. For the HDMF _ CEC Control functions, see "Using HDMId,'3 CEC Control" (_#r' p. 39). For a complete list of the remote's functions see "Remote control functional key chart"...
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ANT/CABLE Initial Setup To select Antenna: When you first turn on or reset the TV, the Initial Setup window will appear. Note: First, select • You can stop Initial Setup bypressing However, if Antenna. you do not finish Initial Setup, the Initial Setup screen will appear every time you turn on your TV.
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Start Scan Navigating the menu system °To open the main menu, press on the remote control or TV control panel. Press @, Note: If you want to stop scanning, press L¢_ while scanning. ° After scanning is complete, a channel list screen (such as the one below) will appear.
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Main menu layout Settings APPLICATIONS Widgets NET TV To open the main menus (illustrated below), press _"_! Media Player on the remote control or TV control panel. Channel Browser Network NET TV Favorites Network Setup Browser Wireless On Timer Information Sleep Timer Media Photo...
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Quick menu SETUP Menu Settings Language Quick menu helps you access some options more ANT/CABLE quickly. Press _ to display the Quick menu and press • or • Auto Tuning to select an option. Manual Tuning Note: Quick menu items differ depending on the current mode.
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Location to navigate the menu: You can select Home o1"Store for the TV location. > Settings > Main menu > Submenu > normal home use, select Home. 1 _._o_ > Settings > SETUP > Location. Press the MENU button. Press _ to select Home.
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1 .¢._ > Settings > SETUP > Auto Tuning > @. Skipping channels A confirmation screen appears. Press to start Auto Tuning or _-_ to abort. The TV cycles through all the channels and stores To prevent a channel from being viewed, you can set it active...
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Configuring sharedinputs Labeling channels You can label analog TV channels. Side SharedAudio 1 _oJ > Settings > SETUP > TV Settings > ,_o_. _.u/> Settings > PREFERENCES > AV Press select Channel Options. Press 4_. • • Connection > _. The list of channels appears.
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Setting the Auto Input feature the MODE SELECT You can change TV inputs using buttons on the remote control: TV, CABLE/SAT, DVD, AUX. After setting an input for a specific MODE SELECT button, the TV automatically switches to the input when you press and hold the MODE SELECT...
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Usingthe Channel Browser Tuning channels The Channel Browser ''_is a helpful navigational interface for all of your channels and inputs. Features: Setting the Channel Tuning Mode • Navigate the contents of all of your inputs. • Keep a list of your favorite channels.
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Favorites Browser Elements of the Channel Browser _'_ You can quickly create a favorite channels/inputs list that is integrated into the Channel Browser _'*. To add a favorite channel or input: Tune to the channel or input. Press and hold i551 _ for 3 seconds.
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Using Channel Return Selecting the video input to view You can switch between two channels without entering a channel number each time. This feature also works To select the video input to view: external inputs. Press on the remote control or TV control Select the first channel you want...
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Note: A closed caption signal may not display when a Using closed captions videotape is dubbed, signal reception is weak, or signal reception is non-standard. To turn on the closed caption mode: Digital CC settings 1 _oJ > Settings > SETUP >...
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Setting the PIN code Using parental controls A PIN code is necessary for some menus. Blocking TVprograms andmoviesby Note: The Parental Control and Locks menu is grayed out if no PIN has been set. rating(V-Chip) Some TV programs and movies include signals that...
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• The additional rating system is not designed, accompanying parent or adult) transmitted, or controlled by the TV or Toshiba, nor is the availability of an additional rating system determined Parents Strongly Cautioned (Some material controlled by Toshiba. Similarly, the rating of programs...
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Indication other than rating system Locking specific channels NONE The program is rated None. A channel that is configured as Locked cannot No rating information viewed unless the PIN code is entered first (_#r' "Setting (No rating appears) provided. the PIN code" on p.
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When the time expires, the TV This feature uses CEC technology and allows you to locks all external inputs. control Toshiba HDMI ® CEC compatible devices from the TV remote control via HDMI connection. 1 #._ > Settings > PREFERENCES >...
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ControllingHDMI®CECplayback HDMI ®CEC Player Control menu functions: devices Press to open the Quick menu. Select HDMI-CEC Player Control. Press With your TV's remote control, you can control Press • or • to select the item you want to control connected HDMI ®CEC playback device (DVD player,...
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Adjustingthe amplifier's audio Usingthe HDMI® settings feature Using the TV's remote control, you can adjust or mute the sound volume of your amplifier. Note: If some HDMI legacy sources do not work properly • [_ _ adjust the volume level. with your HDMI TV, set INSTAPOR7 _M to Off.
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Settingthe timer to turnonthe TV Usingyour PC with the TV You can set the on timer to turn on the TV to a preset Adjusting the image channel or input at a preset time. If the edges of the picture are hidden, readjust To activate the timer: Horizontal Position and Vertical Position.
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Settingthe sleeptimer Setting Automatic Power Down You can set the TV to turn off after a specific amount The TV can be configured to automatically turn itself off time (maximum = 12 hours). after 4 hours if you do not operate the TV either from the remote...
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Viewingsupportinformation DisplayingTV status information 1 _,,_ > Settings > SETUP > System Information. To display TV status information: Press N767. Press _@to display support information containing The following information will be displayed Web/Customer service numbers for US, Canada, (if applicable): and Mexico.
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Selectingthe picturesize You can view many program formats in several picture sizes--Native, 4:3, Full, TheaterWide 1, TheaterWide 2, TheaterWide 3, Normal, and Dot by Dot. Note: The picture size illustrations are examples only. The format of the image (in any of the picture sizes) depends on the format of the signal you are currently watching.
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Usingthe 4:3 Stretch Scrolling the picture If the edges of the picture are hidden, you can adjust the When 4:3 Stretch is activated, the TV displays image's position. programs as a full-screen picture. Note: Note: This feature is available when Auto Aspect is set to •...
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Adjustingthe picturequality Adjusting the picture The adjustments you make to picture quality under picture mode are saved to that picture mode. Selectingthe picturemode Backlight* darker lighter You can select your desired picture settings from the modes described below. Contrast lower higher Brightness darker...
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DynaLight Usingthe advanced picture The DynaLight _' feature automatically strengthens settings features black coloring of dark areas in the video according the level of darkness. Note: Some of the Advanced Picture Settings features will 1 #,_ > Settings > PICTURE >...
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ClearFrame AutoBrightness Sensor The ClearFrame 120 Hz anti-blur technology doubles When the Auto Brightness function of Auto Brightness the frame rate from 60 frames per second to 120 frames Sensor Settings is set to On, the TV optimizes per second, virtually eliminating motion...
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ColorMaster Settingthe ExpertPicture Settings The ColorMaster _M feature allows you to adjust standard colors. Test Pattern 1 ._oJ > Settings > PICTURE > Advanced Picture Settings > ;_. When the test pattern is on screen, you can navigate Press • or • to select ColorMaster, press •...
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Setting Type Adjusting the audio You can adjust the white balance setting. > Settings > PICTURE > Expert Picture Settings > (t_"). Mutingthe sound Press select White Balance. Press _._. • O1" • Press to partially reduce (1/2 Mute) or turn Press •...
Usingthe MTS button Usingthe Dolby® Digital Dynamic Range Control feature If you press _s when an analog channel is tuned: • The Analog Audio bar will appear and display Stereo, You can further compress Dolby Digital and Dolby SAP, Mono as the options.
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Usingadvanced soundfeatures Usingsurround sound Voice Enhancement and Dynamic Bass Boost help to create a thrilling surround sound experience with deep, rich bass from stereo sound sources. Your TV's audio will sound fuller, richer, and wider. Note: Surround features are only available for Stereo mode (_,_"...
Because Wireless LAN products operate within the guidefines found in radio frequency safety standards and recommendations, Toshiba believes Wireless LAN is safe for use by consumers. These standards and recommendations reflect the consensus of the scientific community and result from defiberations...
EasySetup using a PIN (PersonalIdentification Setting up the Network Number) 1 _._ > Settings > PREFERENCES > Network You can select the Network Type. Setup > _. > Settings > PREFERENCES > Network Press • or • to select Wireless Setup.
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Wireless Information Manual Setup The settings configured in Wireless Setup can be 1 _._ > Settings > PREFERENCES > Network confirmed. Setup > _. > Network > Wireless Information > _. Press • or • to select Wireless Setup. Press _. Press •...
AdvancedNetworkSetup DNSSetup Note: Note: • When the DHCP function of the router connected to this ° When the DHCP function of the router connected to this TV is Off, setAuto Setup to Off, and manually set the TV is On, you can set Auto Setup to On or Off.
Network Connection Test Usingthe software keyboard This function checks Internet connectwity. You can enter text using the Software Keyboard. 1 _0_ > Settings > PREFERENCES > Network Software Keyboard window will appear when Setup > _Fo_. press (o_)on a field that accepts character input.
Performing a SoftwareUpgrade Usingthe NETTVrM feature Note: TOSHIBA may offer upgrades for the TV's software • You need to connect to the Internet before using this the future. The TV's software is upgraded via Internet feature (_ p. 21). connection.
Netflix YouTube YouTube is a video-sharing service managed Watching movieswith Netflix YouTube, LLC. This TV allows you to view YouTube video content. Press _ (---, Step 3) or press _. (From the Menu: _oj > Network > NET TV > _.) Press Press '# or •...
CinemaNow Yahoo!®TV Widgets CinemaNow is an on-demand service that offers high Yahoo! ® TV Widgets provide an integrated Internet definition movies on the Web. TV experience powered by the Yahoo! Connected platform. Yahoo! ® TV Widgets allow you to: Press °...
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Usingthe Widget Gallery • The Widget Gallery allows you to browse Closes the widget. discover new TV Widgets. GREEN Changes the widget's settings. ° The featured TV Widgets are highlighted in the display case at the top of the sidebar. YELLOW Adds or deletes a snippet.
(Another: owners to download or use copyrighted content. Press • or • to select Photo, Movie, or Music. Toshiba cannot and does not grant such permission. (When Another in Step 2, press < to select • Photo, Movie, or Music.) Press ,_.
Using Media Player with DLNA CERTIFIED Server ViewingMoviefiles You need to configure a home network before using this feature (_#r' p. 21). Basic Playback: > Settings > APPLICATIONS > Media Player Select a file (_#r' "To select a file in the list of contents"...
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Playing Music files To set the repeat mode: Press The current repeat setting appears. Basic Playback: Press '# or • to select Off, All, or 1. Select a file (_ p. 64). Press @ or 7_7 to begin Press The setting is effective until the TV is playback.
Viewing Photo files To set the repeat mode: Press _a_. The current repeat setting appears. Multi View mode: Press • or • to select Off, All, or 1. This view mode allows you to search for photos in a Press The setting is effective until the TV is...
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To set the mode settings: To display file status information: Press _ to open the Quick menu while in Single Press _. The information will be displayed at the View mode or Slideshow mode. bottom of the screen. Press • or • to select the item (SOUND, Interval Press _ again to hide the information.
Auto Power Off Usingthe Wallpaper feature 1 _* > Settings > PREFERENCES > Wallpaper Setup > @. The preview screen appears. This feature allows you to display a photo file stored the TV. Press • or • to highlight Auto Power Off.
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• Check the Input mode when you use Shared Inputs Generaltroubleshooting (_._ p. 30). ° Adjust the Tint and/or Color (_-_-_ p . 48). Poor composite picture Before calling a service technician, please check this • If the TV is connected to an external AN device (e.g. DVD chapter for a possible cause...
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Example of impropersetup:ThePChasthe IPaddress 192.168.1.100 withthe Subnetmask255.255.255.0, theTV No HDMI ® CEC Control operation hasthe IP address192.168.0.101 w ith the Subnetmask * HDMI® CECControl feature is available for Toshiba HDMI® 255.255.253.0; theyareon differentsub-nets. CECcompatible devices. Unstable network connection * Ensure HDMI cables with the HDMI Logo (I.41_:3r1[1|) are * Whenusingawired home-network c onnection, u nplugthe used.
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° In the U.S., visit TAIS Consumer Solutions on the web connection. at www.support.toshiba.com or call 1-800-631-3811. * Photofilesthatwereprocessed andeditedusingthe PC's ° In Canada, locate the nearest Toshiba authorized application softwaremaynot beviewable. service depot by directing your web browser to * Whenviewing contentthatsupportstwoor moreformatsthe www.toshiba.ca;...
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1.2 A (rms) (maximum current) 46SL417U: Width: 42-15/32 inches (1,078 mm) 0.4 W in standby mode Height: 28-19/32 inches (726 mm) 55SL417U: 1.4 A (rms) (maximum current) Depth: 11-5/16 inches (287 mm) 0.4 W in standby mode 55SL417U: Width: 49-13/16 inches...
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Supplied Accessories ° Easy Setup Guide ° Pedestal assembly installation manual • Stop/Quick set up guide ° Remote control with two "AA" size batteries • Mounting screw Use this screw to secure the TV. See item 26 on p. 4. •...
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Acceptable signal formats for PC IN and HDMI terminals PCINsignal formats Note: ° The PC IN on this TV only accepts signal formats which are compliant with VESA-DMTas in the table below. Since some PC input signals are different from the resolution and frequency described in the table below, the following problems may occur: incorrect display, false format detection, picture position failure, blur, or judder.
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HDMIsignalformats Note: ° The HDMI inputs on this TV only accept VGA, SVGA, XGA, WXGA, and SXGA signal formats which are compliant with VESA-DMT as in the table below. Since some PC, HDMI, or DVI device input signals are different from the resolution and frequency described in the table below, the following problems may occur: incorrect display, false format detection, picture position failure, blur, or judder.
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Remote control functional key chart '!!!!:!!!i_!ii_!!_ Power Power Power Power Power Power Power Power !!!!!!_!!!!!!!!! (TV)Freeze ii_ i!iiiiii_i_iiHiiiii!J_iiiiii_i!iiiiiiiH!lii Remote control device ,.ode selection iiiii l lilil ii!iiiiiliIHI!i!ii l input input 2 input 3 input 4 Tuner Phono Cassette - (digital +100 separator) ..
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CABLE/ SAT, BD/DVD, and AUX. Devicecodesetup Note: To operate a non-Toshiba device or a Toshiba device that the remote control is not preprogrammed Find the code for your device brand in the remote operate, you must program the remote. control device code table (_ p. 82-87).
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Searchingfor a device code To lock the remote's volume keys to a specific mode: Example: CABLE/SAT mode If you do not know the device code for a particular Press CABLE/SAT. device, you can view each available code for that device mode and sample the functions...
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Operating the TVwith combinationbuttons You can directly operate the TV power, input switch, picture size switch, and picture mode switch pressing a combination button while holding down color button. GAME Power Off POWER Power On Video 1 Video 2 ColorStream ColorStream HDMI 1 HDMI 2...
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(if provided) or register How to Obtain Warranty Service your LCD Television online at www.support.toshiba.com. After following all of the operating instructions in the Owner's Registration of your LCD Television will enable TAIS to Manual, reviewthe section entitled %oncierge" located on our contact you in the unlikely event a safety notification is Customer Support Web site at www.support.toshiba.com.
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IN LIEUOF ALL OTHERWARRANTIES, G UARANTEES, AGREEMENTS, AND SIMILAROBLIGATIONS OFTAISWITH RESPECT TO THE REPAIROR REPLACEMENT OF ANY Toshiba of Canada Limited ("TCL") makes the following PARTS.IN NO EVENTSHALLTAISBE LIABLE FOR limited warranties to original consumers in Canada. THESE CONSEQUENTIAL OR INCIDENTALDAMAGES...
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FOR BREACH OF WARRANTY, BREACH OF CONTRACT, Television; TORT (INCLUDING NEGLIGENCE), UNDER A STATUTE OR h. Service of a Television on which the TOSHIBA label or UNDER ANY OTHER LAW OR FORM OR ACTION, OR logo, rating label or serial number have been defaced WHETHER ARISING OUT OF THE USE OF OR INABILITY TO or removed;...
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For at least three (3) years from the date of distribution of disagreement of any other person may be joined or combined the this product, Toshiba will give to anyone who contacts with any Dispute by you, without the prior written consent of Toshiba Consumer Solutions at (800) 631-3811, for a TCL.
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STREET, MARKHAM, ONTARIO, L3R 8H2, CANADA MANUFACTURED TOSHIBA ELECTROIVlEX, S=A= DiE C=V= AutoView, ColorStream, GameTimer and TheaterWide are registered trademarks of Toshiba America Information Systems, Inc. Channel Browser, ClearFrame, DynaMght, ColorMaster, NET TV, SurfLock and TheaterLock are trademarks of Toshiba...