Toshiba 42HP66 Owner's Manual
Integrated high definition plasma television
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- Page 1 Integrated High Definition Plasma Television 42HP66 50HP66 3X70701A_En_cov 3/7/06, 6:23 PM...
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Page 2: Introduction
Plasma Television. We hope that you are completely satisfied with your Toshiba Plasma television and that it will give you long and enjoyable service. -
Page 3: Important Safety Instructions
Important Safety Instructions Read these instructions. Keep these instructions. Heed all warnings. Follow all instructions. Do not use this apparatus near water. Clean only with dry cloth. Do not block any ventilation openings. Install in accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions. Do not install near any heat sources such as radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other apparatus (including amplifiers) that produce heat. - Page 4 Care For better performance and safer operation of your TOSHIBA TV, follow these recommendations and precautions: 28) If you use the TV in the room of 0˚C or less, the picture brightness may vary until the plasma monitor warms up.
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Page 5: Fcc Declaration Of Conformity Compliance Statement (Part 15)
- Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help. CAUTION: Changes or modifications to this equipment not expressly approved by Toshiba could void the user’s authority to operate this equipment. Possible Adverse Effects on Plasma Display: Like all... -
Page 6: Table Of Contents
Introduction ... 2 Important Safety Instructions ... 3 FCC Declaration of Conformity Compliance Statement (Part 15): ... 5 Important notes about your Plasma TV ... 5 Features of your new TV ... 7 Exploring your new TV ... 7 Selecting a location for the TV ... 8 Connecting your TV ... -
Page 7: Features Of Your New Tv
Features of your new TV The following are some of the exciting features of your new Toshiba widescreen, integrated High Definition, Plasma TV: • Integrated digital tuning (8VSB ATSC and QAM) eliminates the need for a separate digital converter set-top box (in most cases). -
Page 8: Selecting A Location For The Tv
Exploring your new TV Back of TV AUDIO/VIDEO OUT OPTICAL AUDIO OUT COAXIAL IR OUT AUDIO OUT Left back panel Selecting a location for the TV • Place the TV on the floor or on a sturdy platform in a location where light does not directly hit the screen. -
Page 9: Connecting A Vcr
Connecting a VCR This connection allows you to watch local channels and video programs, play or record on the VCR while watching TV, and record from one channel while watching another channel. Cable Lead-in from cable box or antenna I N f r o m A N T O U T t o T V O U T C H 3... -
Page 10: Connecting A Dvd Player/Satellite Receiver And A Vcr
Connecting a DVD player/satellite receiver and a VCR This connection allows you to watch DVD/satellite, VCR, or TV pro- grams. You can record from the satellite receiver and TV, as well as record one TV channel while watching another channel. From satellite DVD player / Satellite Receiver Satellite IN... -
Page 11: Connecting A Dvd Player With Colorstream (Component Video) And A Vcr
Your TV is capable of using ColorStream (component video.) Connecting your TV to a component video compat- ible DVD player, such as a Toshiba DVD player with ColorStream greatly enhance picture quality and performance. DVD player with Component video... -
Page 12: Connecting A Dtv Receiver/Set-Top Box With Colorstream (Component Video) And A Vcr
Connecting a DTV receiver/set-top box with ColorStream video) and a VCR This connection allows you to watch DTV (digital TV), VCR, and TV programs, and record DTV and TV programs. ® Your TV has ColorStream (component video) inputs. Connecting your TV to a DTV receiver with component video can greatly enhance picture quality and realism. -
Page 13: Connecting A Camcorder
Connecting a camcorder This connection allows you to watch videos recorded on a camcorder. VHS Camcorder AUDIO VIDEO TV right side panel S-VHS Camcorder VIDEO S-VIDEO AUDIO TV right side panel 3X70701A_En_p10-17 You will need: • one set of standard AV cables You will need: •... -
Page 14: Connecting An Hdmi™ Or Dvi Device
Connecting an HDMI™ or DVI device The HDMI inputs on your TV receive digital audio and uncompressed digital video from an HDMI source device, or uncompressed digital video from a DVI (Digital Video Interface) source device. This inputs are designed to accept HDCP (High-Bandwidth Digital-Content Protection) program material in digital form from EIA/CEA-861/861B-compliant devices (such as a set-top box or DVD player with HDMI or... -
Page 15: Connecting An Analog Audio System
Connecting an analog audio system This connection allows you to use external speakers with an external audio amplifier to adjust the sound level. To control the audio: Turn on the TV and the stereo amplifier. Turn off the TV’s built-in speakers (see “Turning off the built-in speakers” on page 42.) Note: To hear sound when using an external audio amplifier, the volume of both the TV and the amplifier must be set to a reasonable listening level. -
Page 16: Connecting A Device To The Ir Out Terminal For Ir Pass-Through Device Control
You can use the TV’s IR OUT terminal (infrared pass- through) to remotely operate (through the TV) many infrared remote-controlled devices (such as a Toshiba infrared remote-controlled VCR or DVD player) enclosed within an entertainment center or similar cabinet. Without the IR OUT connection, the device typically would need to be visible to operate it remotely. -
Page 17: Connecting A Pc (Personal Computer)
• Do not plug/unplug the power cord when your hands are wet. This may cause electric shock. • If you need to replace the supplied AC cord, contact your Toshiba authorized dealer. 3/7/06, 6:24 PM Monitor display modes Resolution Refresh rate... -
Page 18: Setting Up Your Tv
The remote control is pre-programmed to operate most Toshiba satellite receivers, VCRs, and DVD players. To control a non-Toshiba device (or a Toshiba device that the remote control is not pre-programmed to operate), you must first program the remote control. -
Page 19: Programming The Remote Control To Operate Your Other Devices
This remote control is pre-programmed to operate most Toshiba satellite receivers, VCRs, and DVD players. To control a non-Toshiba device (or a Toshiba device that the remote control is not pre-programmed to operate), you must follow the steps below to program your remote control. -
Page 20: Device Code Tables
Brand Hughes Network Realistic Systems Samsung Intersat Sony Janeil Star Choice 017, 057 Star Trak Kenwood Magnavox Toshiba Optimus Pansat 036, 052 Primestar 015, 042 Uniden Proscan 008, 009, 013 Radio Shack 022, 023, 030 008, 009, 013, 016 Zenith... - Page 21 079, 085 Teac Scott 008, 011, 017, 028, Technics 030, 057, 065, 072 Teknika Sears 007, 010, 016, 021, Toshiba 022, 023, 024, 025, 035, 053, 057, 063, 064, 065, 068, 071, Totevision 075, 079 Unitec Sharp 013, 020, 031, 049,...
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Page 22: Learning About The Remote Control
Learning about the remote control INPUT selects the video input source (page 31) DISPLAY displays status information on-screen (page 44) MUTE turns off the sound (page 41) POWER turns the TV on and off CHANNEL NUMBERS allow direct access to channels (page 25) CH RTN (Channel Return) (page 25) selects TV mode... -
Page 23: Starting Setup
Starting setup The STARTING SETUP feature appears the first time you turn on the TV, and helps you select the menu language, specify the TV/CABLE setting, and program channels automatically. IMPORTANT: Make sure that the antenna or cable TV system is connected. -
Page 24: Adding Channels To The Tv's Memory
Adding channels to the TV’s memory When you press CH , your TV will stop only on the channels you have programmed into the TV’s channel memory. Follow the steps below to program channels into the channel memory. Programming channels automatically Your TV can automatically detect all active channels and store them in its memory. -
Page 25: Using The Tv's Features
Using the TV’s features Adjusting the channel settings Switching between two channels You can switch between two channels without entering an actual channel number each time. To switch between two channels: 1. Press TV to select the TV mode. 2. Select the first channel you want to view. 3. -
Page 26: Using The Locks Menu
Using the LOCKS menu Note : The V-Chip feature is available for the U.S. V-Chip system only. The Canadian V-Chip system is not supported. You can prevent others from viewing certain programs or channels by blocking them using the V-Chip feature. Selecting a password Before you can use the V-Chip Feature to block programs and chan- nels, you must select a password. -
Page 27: Using The V-Chip (Parental Control) Feature
Using the V-Chip (parental control) feature The Motion Picture Association of America (MPAA) uses a rating system to qualify motion picture content. Television broadcasters also employ a rating system to qualify the content of television programs. The TV and MOVIE ratings work with the V-Chip feature and allow you to block programs according to the rating limits you set. -
Page 28: Locking Channels
Locking channels With the CH LOCK feature, you can lock specific channels. You will not be able to tune locked channels unless you clear the setting. You can choose to lock up to nine TV channels and nine cable channels. 1. -
Page 29: Setting The Gametimer
Setting the GameTimer With the GameTimer feature, you can automatically activate the VIDEO LOCK feature (VIDEO setting) to set a time limit for playing a video game (30, 60, 90 or 120 minutes.) To set up the GameTimer: 1. Press TV to select the TV mode. 2. -
Page 30: Labeling Channels
Labeling channels Channel labels appear above the on-screen channel number display each time you turn on the TV, select a channel, or press the DISPLAY button. You can choose any four characters to create a channel label. To create channel labels: 1. -
Page 31: Selecting The Video Input Source
Selecting the video input source Press INPUT to view a signal from another device connected to your TV, such as a VCR or DVD player. You can select ANT, VIDEO1, VIDEO2, VIDEO3 ColorStream HD1, ColorStream HD2, HDMI1, HDMI2 or PC, depending on which input jacks you used to connect your devices (see “Connecting your TV”... -
Page 32: Setting The On Timer
Setting the ON timer This feature allows you to program the TV to turn on automatically at a set time. If you program the ON TIMER to “DAILY,” the TV will turn on every day at the same time to the same channel until you clear the ON TIMER. -
Page 33: Viewing The Wide-Screen Picture Formats (480I And 480P Signals Only)
Viewing the wide-screen picture formats (480i and 480p signals only) You can view 480i and 480p format programs in a variety of picture sizes—Natural, TheaterWide 1, TheaterWide 2, TheaterWide 3, and Full. The way the image displays in any of the picture sizes will vary depending on the format of the program you are viewing. - Page 34 TheaterWide 2 picture size (for letter box programs) • The picture is stretched the same amount both wider and taller (retains its original proportion.) • The top and bottom edges of the picture may be hidden. To view the hidden areas, see “Scrolling the TheaterWide picture”...
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Page 35: Scrolling The Theaterwide Picture (Theaterwide 2 And 3 Only)
Scrolling the TheaterWide (TheaterWide 2 and 3 only) 1. Press PIC SIZE to select the TheaterWide 2 or 3 mode. 2. Press MENU, and then press 3. Press ▲ or ▼ to highlight PICTURE SCROLL. S E T U P C L O S E D C A P T I O N O F F C C A D VA N C E D... -
Page 36: Selecting The Cinema Mode
Selecting the cinema mode When you view a DVD movie (3:2 pulldown processed) from a DVD player connected to the ColorStream (component video) inputs on the TV, smoother and more natural motion can be obtained by setting the CINEMA MODE to FILM. To set the CINEMA MODE to FILM: 1. -
Page 37: Using The Closed Caption Feature
Using the closed caption feature The Closed Caption feature has two options: • Captions—An on-screen display of the dialogue, narration, and sound effects of programs and videos that are closed-captioned (usually identified as “CC”.) • Text—An on-screen display of information not related to the program, such as weather or stock data (if available in your viewing area.) To view captions or text:... -
Page 38: Using The Long Life Feature
Using the Long Life feature The long life settings (Reverse, White, Picture Shift, Side Panel color) help to reduce the risk of phosphor burn-in of the plasma screen. Reverse The picture is displayed alternately between positive image and negative image to reduce the risk of phosphor burn-in of the screen. -
Page 39: Adjusting The Picture
Adjusting the picture Selecting the picture mode You can select from four picture modes—Sports, Standard, Movie, and Memory—as described in the following table: Mode Picture Quality SPORTS Bright and dynamic picture (factory-set) STANDARD Standard picture quality (factory-set) MOVIE Movie-like picture setting (factory-set) MEMORY Your personal preferences (set by you;... -
Page 40: Using The Cableclear
Using the CableClear ® CableClear reduces visible interference in your TV picture. This is useful when receiving a broadcast with a weak signal (especially a Cable channel) or playing a video cassette or disc damaged by repeated use. To turn on the CableClear ®... -
Page 41: Adjusting The Sound
Adjusting the sound Muting the sound Press MUTE to temporarily turn off the sound. While the sound is off, the screen will display the word MUTE in the lower right-hand corner. To restore the sound, either press MUTE again or VOL +/–. Selecting stereo/SAP broadcasts The multi-channel TV sound (MTS) feature provides high-fidelity stereo sound. -
Page 42: Resetting Your Audio Adjustments
Resetting your audio adjustments The RESET function returns your audio adjustments to the following factory settings: Bass ... center (25) Balance ... center (0) To reset your audio adjustments: 1. Press TV to select the TV mode. 2. Press MENU, then press 3. -
Page 43: Using The Srs Wow™ Surround Sound Feature
Using the SRS WOW™ surround sound feature WOW is a special combination of SRS Labs audio technologies that creates a thrilling surround sound experience with deep, rich bass from stereo sound sources. Your TV’s audio will sound fuller, richer, and wider. -
Page 44: Selecting The Audio Languages
Selecting the audio languages When two or more audio languages are included in a digital signal, you can select one of the audio languages. To select the audio language: 1. Press TV to select the TV mode. 2. Press MENU, then press display the AUDIO menu. -
Page 45: Picture/Audio Adjustments In Pc Mode
Picture/Audio adjustments in PC mode There are a number of picture settings you can adjust to optimize the performance of the TV in PC mode. PICTURE Menu AUDIO Menu PICTURE AUDIO BRIGHTNESS BASS CONTRAST TREBLE HOR POSITION BALANCE VER POSITION STABLE SOUN D WOW SRS 3D PHASE... -
Page 46: Auto Power Off
Auto power off The TV will automatically turn off after approximately 15 minutes if it is tuned to a vacant channel or a station that completes its broadcast for the day and stops broadcasting on that channel. This feature does not work in video input mode. Understanding the Power Return feature If the power is cut off while you are viewing the TV and the power is resupplied, the Power Return feature will turn the TV on automatically. - Page 47 Symptom Unable to select a certain channel Cannot access signal input sources (VIDEO-1, VIDEO-2, VIDEO-3, ColorStream HD-1, ColorStream HD-2, HDMI-1, HDMI-2 and PC) and/or Channels 3 and 4 Multiple images Poor color or no color No stereo or SAP sound from a known MTS broadcast The V-Chip password does not work (U.S.
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Page 48: Specifications
Audio power Speaker type Video/Audio terminals Dimensions Weight Supplied accessories 3X70701A_En_p46-bc 42HP66 42.32 in. diagonal (1,074.9 mm) (approx.) 1,024 (H) x 768 (V) NTSC standard, ATSC standard (8VSB), QAM VHF: 2–13 UHF: 14–69 Cable TV: 4A, A-5–A-1, A-I, J–W, W + 1–W + 84... -
Page 49: Limited United States Warranty
Toshiba America Consumer Products, L.L.C. ("TACP") makes the following limited warranties to original consumers in the United States. THESE LIMITED WARRANTIES EXTEND TO THE ORIGINAL CONSUMER PURCHASER OR ANY PERSON RECEIVING THIS PLASMA TELEVISION AS A GIFT FROM THE ORIGINAL CONSUMER PURCHASER AND TO NO OTHER PURCHASER OR TRANSFEREE. -
Page 50: Limited Canadian Warranty
Toshiba modifications to the Television; h. Service of a Television on which the TOSHIBA label or logo, rating label or serial number have been defaced or removed; i. On-site service and repair of the Television; and j. - Page 51 "Troubleshooting" section, you find that service is needed: (1) To find the nearest TCL Authorized Service Depot, visit TCL’s web site at www.toshiba.ca, or call toll free 1-800-268-3404 (2) Present your bill of sale or other proof of purchase to the Authorized Service Depot .
- Page 52 National Service Division CableClear, ColorStream, TheaterWide and StableSound are registered trademarks of Toshiba America Consumer Products, L.L.C. GameTimer is a trademark of Toshiba America Consumer Products, L.L.C. PRINTED IN THAILAND J3X70701A SH 06/03 3X70701A_En_p46-bc 3/7/06, 6:26 PM...