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You will find the model number and serial number on the back of the TV. Record these numbers in the spaces 42WL55E provided below. Refer to them whenever you call upon your TOSHIBA dealer regarding this product. Model number: 42WL55T Serial number:...
Welcome to Toshiba • Thank you for purchasing this Toshiba LCD Color Television. This manual will help you use the exciting features of your new TV. • Instructions in this manual are based on using the remote control. • You can also use the controls on the TV if they have the same name as those on the remote control.
Introduction Important Safety Instructions • Be sure to observe the following instructions and precautions to ensure safe use of this TV. • The exact power cord will vary according to the country or region. Installation Always connect the power plug to an electrical outlet equipped with Check! A model: 220-240V, AC 50Hz, E model: 220-240V, AC 50/60Hz and T Ex.
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Introduction Important Safety Instructions (continued) Installation (continued) Do not place the TV in locations exposed to high humidity levels such as in a bathroom or close to a humidifier. This may cause a fire or an electric shock. Do not place the TV next to a stove where it will be exposed to oil, smoke, or steam, or in a location where there is a large quantity of dust.
Do not place hot objects or naked flame sources, such as lighted candles or nightlights on, or close to the TV. High temperatures can melt plastic and lead to fires. The apparatus shall not be exposed to dripping or splashing and that no objects filled with liquids, such as vases, shall be placed on the apparatus.
Introduction Important Safety Instructions (continued) Use (continued) Do not pull on the power cord when removing the plug from the wall outlet. Always hold the plug firmly when removing it. If the power cord is yanked, the cord may become damaged and fire or electric shock may occur.
Exemptions ■ Toshiba is not liable for any damage caused by fires, natural disaster (such as thunder, earthquake, etc.), acts by third parties, accidents, owner's misuse, or uses in other improper conditions.
Introduction Important information Important information About LCD screen • If you have the LCD screen facing to the sun, the LCD screen will be damaged. Be aware of locating the TV in the place such as window side or outside of the room. •...
The exact type and positioning of the antenna will depend upon your particular area. Your Toshiba dealer or service personnel can best advise you on which antenna to use in your area. Before connecting the antenna cable, turn off all main POWER switches.
Getting started Exploring your new TV • You can operate your TV using the buttons on the top of the panel or the remote control. The back and side of the panel provide the terminal connections to connect other equipment to your TV. See “Equipment connections” on pages 36-38.
TV back • Before the connecting external equipment etc., remove the back terminal covers (squeeze tabs ( mark in the figure below) and pull covers). TV back view Right side view Video input/ COMPONENT VIDEO INPUT terminals [37] Power cord Back view Cable holder* COMPONENT...
: To control TV VCR : To control VCR DVD : To control DVD When in VCR or DVD mode: When in Teletext mode [35]: (Only for Toshiba VCR/DVD To reveal concealed text players) To hold a wanted page to PAUSE...
Getting started Turning the TV on • Plug the power cord to a wall outlet. Switching on the TV TV top view Press the Power button on Mono the TV or press the button on the remote control. CALL Switching off the TV Press the Power button on the TV or press the button...
Getting started Learning about the menu system • We suggest you familiarize yourself with the display charts before using the menu system: • Press the MENU button to display menu, then press the button to select main menu headings. • Press the button to select an item.
Selecting a language Choose from seven different languages (English, Chinese (CS), Malay, Thai, Vietnamese, Russian and Arabic) for the on-screen display. Press the MENU button, then press the button to SET UP display the SET UP menu. Language English CALL Auto tuning Manual tuning Program sorting...
Getting started Programming channel memory • First, use the Auto tuning function to preset all the active channels in your area automatically. Then, arrange the preset channels with the Manual tuning function so that you can tune into only desired channels. •...
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Manual tuning (continued) A. Program position selection B. Sound system (see page 42) C. Color system (see page 42) A : Automatic (factory set), P : PAL, S : SECAM N4 : NTSC 4.43 (MHz), N3 : NTSC 3.58 (MHz) CALL If the color of a certain channel is abnormal, the automatic color system selection (A) may have malfunctioned, or...
Getting started Programming channel memory (continued) • This TV is capable of receiving a number of different channels depending upon where you live. • Program sorting is an easy way of storing each channel on the program position of your choice. Program sorting Ex.: To swap channel ABCD (Prog.1) for channel MNOP (Prog.4): Press the MENU button, then...
Getting started Watching TV programs Volume, Sound mute, Changing program positions, Program return, On-screen information To alter the volume: TV top view Press the + or – button to raise or lower the volume. Volume To mute the sound: Press the button.
Basic operation Viewing the wide-screen picture format • This TV is capable of showing broadcasts in a number of formats. Depending on the type of broadcast being transmitted, you may select between Super live, Cinema, Subtitle, 14:9, Wide and 4:3. Picture size selection Press the button repeatedly to view the options available.
Basic operation Picture position, Reset Picture position adjustment Adjustment to the position of the picture may be made to suit your viewing preferences. To adjust the picture position: Press the MENU button, then CALL press the button to SET UP display the SET UP menu.
Basic operation Picture quality adjustment Picture quality adjustment To select the picture mode: You can select the picture quality instantly among three preset modes and one user-set mode. • Press the button to select CALL the desired picture quality. Dynamic, Standard, Mild and Memory (user-set) can be selected cyclically.
To activate the black stretch This function increases the strength of dark areas of the picture which improves definition. From the Picture settings Picture settings menu, press the button Black stretch MPEG NR to select Black stretch on the Auto CALL Normal 2nd page.
Basic operation Picture quality adjustment (continued) To select the color temperature You can change the tone of the picture by selecting from three preset color temperatures: Cool, Normal or Warm. Press the MENU button, then Picture settings press the button to Black stretch MPEG NR High...
Basic operation Sound adjustment MTS (Multi-channel TV Sound) setting Setting the MTS mode: Auto mode The MTS Auto mode automatically recognize stereo/bilingual programs depending on the broadcast signal. CALL Press the MENU button, then press the button to SOUND display the SOUND menu. Auto Dual 1 Dual...
Basic operation Sound adjustment (continued) Stereo/Bilingual selection To select the stereo programs: When a stereo program is received, Stereo appears. ABCD Stereo CALL Press the button to select the stereo/monaural mode. Stereo and Mono appear Stereo cyclically on the screen. Display Reception mode Stereo...
Sound quality adjustment To adjust the sound quality: Press the MENU button, then press the button to SOUND display the SOUND menu. Auto Dual 1 Dual CALL Bass Press the button to Treble Balance select Bass, Treble or Balance. MENU Back EXIT Watch TV...
Basic operation Sound adjustment (continued) To use the WOW surround sound WOW is a special combination of SRS Labs audio technologies that creates a thrilling surround experience with deep, rich bass from stereo sound sources. Your TV’s audio will sound fuller, richer and wider.
Features Input selection Input selection To select input source: TV top view Press and hold the button or press the OK button on the remote control until the video (Press and hold) input mode list appears on the screen, then press the button to select appropriate input source (or press the button on the top of the panel or...
Features Timer, Gray screen Timer To select the timer menu: The Timer is especially useful if you want the TV to turn itself on or off after a Press the MENU button, then selected period of time. press the button to Activation of the Timer is indicated by TIMER display the TIMER menu.
Features Side panel adjustment Side panel adjustment You can adjust the brightness of side panel in 14:9 or 4:3 mode. To adjust the Side panel setting: Press the MENU button, then press the button to CALL FUNCTION display the FUNCTION menu. Teletext FAST Teletext SW...
Viewing teletext Teletext – Setting up • This TV has a multi-page teletext memory, which takes a few moments to load and it offers two ways of viewing Teletext FAST and LIST which are explained on page 34. Teletext mode To select Teletext mode: Select a channel position with the desired teletext service.
Viewing teletext About Teletext Teletext general information button: Pressing the button once will bring up the teletext screen. Press again to superimpose the teletext over a normal broadcast picture. Press again to return to normal TV mode. You need to return to normal viewing if you wish to change channels.
To change between FAST and LIST, see page 32. a 3-digit page number or pressing the corresponding colored button. For further information on your particular text system(s), see the broadcast teletext index page or consult your local Toshiba dealer. CALL Using LIST mode Press the...
Viewing teletext Teletext – Control buttons • Below is an introduction to the teletext buttons on your remote control and their functions. Teletext buttons on the remote control To display a page of teletext: Note: It will not be possible to change Press the button to display teletext.
Equipment connections Side connections • You can connect a wide variety of auxiliary equipment via the terminals located on the right side of the TV (2). Connection example Please always refer to the owner’s manual of the equipment to be connected for full details. TV back view Right side view...
Equipment connections Back connections Connection example DVD video player TV right side view (with component video outputs) Back view Computer Set Top Box VCR (Recording) • Before connecting any external equipment, turn off all main power switches. • Before connecting any external equipment, remove the back terminal covers (see page 11). •...
Equipment connections Connecting a computer • Before connecting PC and audio cables, remove the back terminal covers (see page 11). • An analog RGB (15 pin) computer cable can be connected. To connect a computer TV right side view TV back view Audio cable for PC-to-TV connection...
Equipment connections PC setting • In the PC input mode, you cannot select the Color, Tint, Black stretch, MPEG NR and DNR in the Picture setting menu and Cinema mode (see page 14). • In the PC input mode, the Manual setting (see page 29) is not displayed. To adjust a PC setting First press and hold the button until the video input mode list...
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Equipment connections PC setting (continued) • If the clock phase, which synchronize the PC signal and LCD display, is not optimized, the picture will blur. This function enables you to adjust clock phase and display a clear picture. • If the sampling clock does not synchronize with the dot clock frequency of the PC, blurred picture detail will occur, or screen width will change, or drift patterns in vertical lines may be apparent.
Reference section Troubleshooting • Before calling a service technician, please check the following table for a possible cause of the symptom and some solutions. Symptom and solution Symptom Solution TV will not turn on • Make sure the power cord is plugged in, then press •...
PAL, SECAM and NTSC 3.58 (MHz) are different color signal broadcast transmission systems applicable to different countries or region. NTSC 4.43 (MHz) is used in special VCRs to playback NTSC recorded video tapes through PAL television equipment. LCD color television Model 42WL55A, 42WL55E, 42WL55T Power source 42WL55A 220V - 240V AC, 50 Hz 42WL55E...
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LCD color television (continued) COMPONENT VIDEO INPUT 480i, 480p, 576i, 576p, 720p (50/60 Hz), 1080i (50/60 Hz) terminals (the signal format) (These signal formats are converted to match the number of pixels of the LCD panel.) Color system PAL, SECAM, NTSC 3.58/4.43 Aspect ratio 16 : 9 Visible size (diagonal)