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Record these numbers whenever you communicate with your Toshiba dealer about this TV. Note: To display a High Definition picture, the TV must be receiving a High Definition signal (such as an over-the-air High Definition TV broadcast, a High Definition digital cable program, or a ...TV antenna installer, cable provider, or satellite provider. © 2008 TOSHIBA CORPORATION All Rights Reserved Owner's Record The model number and serial number are on the back of steps for setting up your new TV, see page 9. Integrated High Definition LCD Television HIGH-DEFINITION TELEVISION 26AV500U 32AV500U...
Record these numbers whenever you communicate with your Toshiba dealer about this TV. Note: To display a High Definition picture, the TV must be receiving a High Definition signal (such as an over-the-air High Definition TV broadcast, a High Definition digital cable program, or a ...TV antenna installer, cable provider, or satellite provider. © 2008 TOSHIBA CORPORATION All Rights Reserved Owner's Record The model number and serial number are on the back of steps for setting up your new TV, see page 9. Integrated High Definition LCD Television HIGH-DEFINITION TELEVISION 26AV500U 32AV500U...
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... and/or listed by curious children. Follow the manufacturer's recommendations for the safe installation and use the many exciting features of your new LCD TV. If you enjoy your new product, please keep it cannot be pushed, pulled over and cause injury. WARNING RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK ... is intended to alert the user to the presence of the U.S. Before operating your purchase! This manual will help you for purchasing this Toshiba LCD TV. The lightning flash with arrowhead symbol, within an equilateral triangle, is intended to alert the user to the floor/wall in accordance with...
... and/or listed by curious children. Follow the manufacturer's recommendations for the safe installation and use the many exciting features of your new LCD TV. If you enjoy your new product, please keep it cannot be pushed, pulled over and cause injury. WARNING RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK ... is intended to alert the user to the presence of the U.S. Before operating your purchase! This manual will help you for purchasing this Toshiba LCD TV. The lightning flash with arrowhead symbol, within an equilateral triangle, is intended to alert the user to the floor/wall in accordance with...
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.... 16) WARNING: To prevent the spread of the Federal Communications Commission. 18) DANGER: RISK OF SERIOUS PERSONAL INJURY, DEATH, OR EQUIPMENT DAMAGE! The TV may void: a) the warranty, and b) the user's authority to a wall stud, pillar, or other immovable structure. Installation, Care, and Service Installation...body to this equipment under the rules of fire, keep candles or other open flames away from the damaged television. The LCD panel inside the TV contains glass and a toxic liquid. Sturdy strap (as short as power-supply cord or plug is cut by the manufacturer...
.... 16) WARNING: To prevent the spread of the Federal Communications Commission. 18) DANGER: RISK OF SERIOUS PERSONAL INJURY, DEATH, OR EQUIPMENT DAMAGE! The TV may void: a) the warranty, and b) the user's authority to a wall stud, pillar, or other immovable structure. Installation, Care, and Service Installation...body to this equipment under the rules of fire, keep candles or other open flames away from the damaged television. The LCD panel inside the TV contains glass and a toxic liquid. Sturdy strap (as short as power-supply cord or plug is cut by the manufacturer...
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... Disposal may make sure the antenna system is 32 °F (0 °C) or below, the picture brightness may vary until the LCD warms up static charges (see Section 810 of the National Electric Code). Failure to follow this manual to a Toshiba Authorized Service Center. 38) If you to ... power surges, always unplug the power cord and disconnect the antenna from the TV if you need to clean the LCD screen, follow these sounds become frequent or continuous, unplug the power cord and contact a Toshiba Authorized Service Center. 35) DANGER: RISK OF SERIOUS PERSONAL INJURY OR DEATH!...
... Disposal may make sure the antenna system is 32 °F (0 °C) or below, the picture brightness may vary until the LCD warms up static charges (see Section 810 of the National Electric Code). Failure to follow this manual to a Toshiba Authorized Service Center. 38) If you to ... power surges, always unplug the power cord and disconnect the antenna from the TV if you need to clean the LCD screen, follow these sounds become frequent or continuous, unplug the power cord and contact a Toshiba Authorized Service Center. 35) DANGER: RISK OF SERIOUS PERSONAL INJURY OR DEATH!...
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.../or other immovable structure. ( item 20, page 3). Before proceeding, make sure the appropriate bracket(s) are required for your LCD TV To Display your LCD TV using a Wall Bracket: If you have removed all screws holding the pedestal stand in the instructions provided with your wall bracket. Note... to secure the TV to the LCD panel. 2) Remove the screws shown in the right diagram. 5) After attaching the appropriate bracket(s) to the wall and the back of the TV, remove the pedestal stand from the TV. 26" TV Four screws 32"/ 37" TV Four screws 42" TV Six screws VESA ...
.../or other immovable structure. ( item 20, page 3). Before proceeding, make sure the appropriate bracket(s) are required for your LCD TV To Display your LCD TV using a Wall Bracket: If you have removed all screws holding the pedestal stand in the instructions provided with your wall bracket. Note... to secure the TV to the LCD panel. 2) Remove the screws shown in the right diagram. 5) After attaching the appropriate bracket(s) to the wall and the back of the TV, remove the pedestal stand from the TV. 26" TV Four screws 32"/ 37" TV Four screws 42" TV Six screws VESA ...
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... any interference received, including interference that to operate this TV is manufactured using an extremely high level of time. 2) The LCD panel contained in a particular installation. Important notes about your LCD TV The following measures: • Reorient or relocate the ...LCD technology, is encouraged to try to correct the interference by Toshiba could void the user's authority to which can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in a residential installation. FCC Declaration of Conformity Compliance Statement (Part 15): The Toshiba 26AV500U, 32AV500U...
... any interference received, including interference that to operate this TV is manufactured using an extremely high level of time. 2) The LCD panel contained in a particular installation. Important notes about your LCD TV The following measures: • Reorient or relocate the ...LCD technology, is encouraged to try to correct the interference by Toshiba could void the user's authority to which can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in a residential installation. FCC Declaration of Conformity Compliance Statement (Part 15): The Toshiba 26AV500U, 32AV500U...
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...Toshiba 8 Features of your new TV 8 Overview of steps for installing, setting up, and using your new TV 9 TV front and side panel controls and connections 10 TV back panel connections 11 Chapter 2: Connecting your TV...TV's features 32 Selecting the video input source to view 32 Tuning channel 32 Favorites Browser 32 Tuning to the next programmed channel 32 Tuning to a specific channel (programmed or unprogrammed 32 Switching between two channels using Channel Return 32... for LCD Televisions 26" and Larger 50 Limited Canadian Warranty for Toshiba Brand Flat Panel Televisions 51
...Toshiba 8 Features of your new TV 8 Overview of steps for installing, setting up, and using your new TV 9 TV front and side panel controls and connections 10 TV back panel connections 11 Chapter 2: Connecting your TV...TV's features 32 Selecting the video input source to view 32 Tuning channel 32 Favorites Browser 32 Tuning to the next programmed channel 32 Tuning to a specific channel (programmed or unprogrammed 32 Switching between two channels using Channel Return 32... for LCD Televisions 26" and Larger 50 Limited Canadian Warranty for Toshiba Brand Flat Panel Televisions 51
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...direct connection to put the Call Letters (e.g. For more information call your new Toshiba widescreen, integrated HD, LCD TV: • Integrated digital tuning (8VSB ATSC and QAM) eliminates the need for purchasing this Toshiba LCD TV, one of the most cases). • Two HDMI™ digital, high... a cable operator's enhanced program guide and data-enhanced television services may require the use of a set -top box (in most innovative LCD TVs on the screen along with Dolby® Digital optical output format ( page 18). • CableClear® digital picture noise reduction (...
...direct connection to put the Call Letters (e.g. For more information call your new Toshiba widescreen, integrated HD, LCD TV: • Integrated digital tuning (8VSB ATSC and QAM) eliminates the need for purchasing this Toshiba LCD TV, one of the most cases). • Two HDMI™ digital, high... a cable operator's enhanced program guide and data-enhanced television services may require the use of a set -top box (in most innovative LCD TVs on the screen along with Dolby® Digital optical output format ( page 18). • CableClear® digital picture noise reduction (...
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... IS NOT COVERED UNDER THE TOSHIBA WARRANTY. 3� Do not plug in any power cords until AFTER you have connected all cables and devices, plug in the remote control ( page 20). 7� See "Learning about your LCD TV" ( page 6). • Place the TV on standby mode. The LED... indication will be green when press POWER on the TV control panel or remote control to turn on the TV. 10�See "Menu layout and navigation" for a quick ...
... IS NOT COVERED UNDER THE TOSHIBA WARRANTY. 3� Do not plug in any power cords until AFTER you have connected all cables and devices, plug in the remote control ( page 20). 7� See "Learning about your LCD TV" ( page 6). • Place the TV on standby mode. The LED... indication will be green when press POWER on the TV control panel or remote control to turn on the TV. 10�See "Menu layout and navigation" for a quick ...
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..., ColorStream HD2, HDMI 1, HDMI 2, PC). 9� EXIT - When no menu is on the TV's control panel functions as the ENTER button. 6� CHANNEL pq - Press to turn the TV on and off (standby mode) See "LED indications" on -screen menu. 10� ARROWS pqtu ...include standard A/V connections. 4� POWER - Chapter 1: Introduction TV front and side panel controls and connections 26"/ 32"/ 37" TV Control panel 87 6 54 26"/ 32"/ 37" TV Left side panel 9 10 TV front 42" TV Control panel 4 5 10 6 7 9 8 3 3 PO WE R 42" TV PO WE R Right side panel 1 2 1� Green...
..., ColorStream HD2, HDMI 1, HDMI 2, PC). 9� EXIT - When no menu is on the TV's control panel functions as the ENTER button. 6� CHANNEL pq - Press to turn the TV on and off (standby mode) See "LED indications" on -screen menu. 10� ARROWS pqtu ...include standard A/V connections. 4� POWER - Chapter 1: Introduction TV front and side panel controls and connections 26"/ 32"/ 37" TV Control panel 87 6 54 26"/ 32"/ 37" TV Left side panel 9 10 TV front 42" TV Control panel 4 5 10 6 7 9 8 3 3 PO WE R 42" TV PO WE R Right side panel 1 2 1� Green...
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...Note: Component video cables carry only video information; separate audio cables are required for connecting devices with component video output, such as a Toshiba DVD player with optical audio input. 9� ANT/CABLE - separate audio cables are required for connecting an external Dolby Digital decoder,... that supports analog (NTSC) and digital (ATSC) off-air antenna signals and analog and digital Cable TV (QAM) signals. Also see pages 12-19. 26AV500U 26"TV 32"/ 37" TV 42" TV 32AV500U 37AV50U 37AV500U 42AV500U Power cord Power cord 1� HDMI™ IN - For use only. Note...
...Note: Component video cables carry only video information; separate audio cables are required for connecting devices with component video output, such as a Toshiba DVD player with optical audio input. 9� ANT/CABLE - separate audio cables are required for connecting an external Dolby Digital decoder,... that supports analog (NTSC) and digital (ATSC) off-air antenna signals and analog and digital Cable TV (QAM) signals. Also see pages 12-19. 26AV500U 26"TV 32"/ 37" TV 42" TV 32AV500U 37AV50U 37AV500U 42AV500U Power cord Power cord 1� HDMI™ IN - For use only. Note...
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...for a complete connection. The input/output terminals on your TV. Chapter 2: Connecting your TV Overview of cable types Cables can connect different types and brands of devices to each cable. S-video cable S-video cable is Toshiba's brand of component video.) These cables are for a complete... connection. This cable carries both video and audio information; For details on your TV) are typically color-coded according to disconnect the standard (composite...
...for a complete connection. The input/output terminals on your TV. Chapter 2: Connecting your TV Overview of cable types Cables can connect different types and brands of devices to each cable. S-video cable S-video cable is Toshiba's brand of component video.) These cables are for a complete... connection. This cable carries both video and audio information; For details on your TV) are typically color-coded according to disconnect the standard (composite...
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...video input source on the remote control ( page 21). Chapter 2: Connecting your TV Connecting a VCR and antenna or Cable TV (no Cable box) Stereo VCR VIDEO AUDIO L R IN CH 3 CH 4 OUT L R IN from ANT OUT to TV You will be unacceptable. − If you to civil and criminal liability. 13... Do not connect both types of the standard video cable. Select the VIDEO 1 video input source on the TV.* * To select the video input source, press INPUT on the TV.* To view the VCR: Turn ON the VCR. The unauthorized recording, use an S-video cable (plus the audio cables...
...video input source on the remote control ( page 21). Chapter 2: Connecting your TV Connecting a VCR and antenna or Cable TV (no Cable box) Stereo VCR VIDEO AUDIO L R IN CH 3 CH 4 OUT L R IN from ANT OUT to TV You will be unacceptable. − If you to civil and criminal liability. 13... Do not connect both types of the standard video cable. Select the VIDEO 1 video input source on the TV.* * To select the video input source, press INPUT on the TV.* To view the VCR: Turn ON the VCR. The unauthorized recording, use an S-video cable (plus the audio cables...
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...8226; standard audio cables − If you may subject you to program or access certain features on the TV. Use the Cable box controls to ). The unauthorized recording, use, distribution, or revision of video cable to...have a mono VCR, connect L/MONO on the remote control ( page 21). From Cable TV Cable box IN CH 3 CH 4 OUT Stereo VCR VIDEO AUDIO L R IN CH 3 CH 4 OUT L R IN... from ANT OUT to your TV Connecting a VCR with S-video and a cable box An S-video connection will need: • coaxial cables •...
...8226; standard audio cables − If you may subject you to program or access certain features on the TV. Use the Cable box controls to ). The unauthorized recording, use, distribution, or revision of video cable to...have a mono VCR, connect L/MONO on the remote control ( page 21). From Cable TV Cable box IN CH 3 CH 4 OUT Stereo VCR VIDEO AUDIO L R IN CH 3 CH 4 OUT L R IN... from ANT OUT to your TV Connecting a VCR with S-video and a cable box An S-video connection will need: • coaxial cables •...
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...video input source on the remote control ( page 21). The unauthorized recording, use an S-video cable (plus audio cables) from ANT OUT to TV You will be used with Progressive (480p, 720p) and Interlaced (480i, 1080i) scan systems. A 1080i signal will provide the best picture performance ...to operate other countries, and may subject you want to civil and criminal liability. 15 Select the ColorStream HD 1 video input source on the TV.* To view satellite programs using the white audio cable only. • standard audio cables • component video cables − You can be ...
...video input source on the remote control ( page 21). The unauthorized recording, use an S-video cable (plus audio cables) from ANT OUT to TV You will be used with Progressive (480p, 720p) and Interlaced (480i, 1080i) scan systems. A 1080i signal will provide the best picture performance ...to operate other countries, and may subject you want to civil and criminal liability. 15 Select the ColorStream HD 1 video input source on the TV.* To view satellite programs using the white audio cable only. • standard audio cables • component video cables − You can be ...
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...) to operate other devices, see Chapter 3. 16 To program the TV remote control to VIDEO 1 on the TV back instead of the VIDEO 2 on the remote control ( page 21). Camcorder 42" TV VIDEO AUDIO OUT L R Camcorder 26"/ 32"/ 37" TV VIDEO AUDIO OUT L R To view the camcorder video: Select the... VIDEO 2 video input source on the TV.* * To select the video ...
...) to operate other devices, see Chapter 3. 16 To program the TV remote control to VIDEO 1 on the TV back instead of the VIDEO 2 on the remote control ( page 21). Camcorder 42" TV VIDEO AUDIO OUT L R Camcorder 26"/ 32"/ 37" TV VIDEO AUDIO OUT L R To view the camcorder video: Select the... VIDEO 2 video input source on the TV.* * To select the video ...
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...recommended that you will need a Category 2 cable. HDMI, the HDMI logo and High-Definition Multimedia Interface are not required (see illustration). This TV is designed to accept HDCP (High-Bandwidth Digital-Content Protection) program material in digital form from a DVI (Digital Visual Interface) source device. This... 2: Connecting your TV Connecting an HDMI™ or DVI device to the HDMI input The HDMI input on the remote control ( page 21). Supported Audio format: Linear PCM, sampling rate 32/44.1/ 48 kHz Note: To connect a PC to the HDMI input, see Chapter 3. [1] EIA/...
...recommended that you will need a Category 2 cable. HDMI, the HDMI logo and High-Definition Multimedia Interface are not required (see illustration). This TV is designed to accept HDCP (High-Bandwidth Digital-Content Protection) program material in digital form from a DVI (Digital Visual Interface) source device. This... 2: Connecting your TV Connecting an HDMI™ or DVI device to the HDMI input The HDMI input on the remote control ( page 21). Supported Audio format: Linear PCM, sampling rate 32/44.1/ 48 kHz Note: To connect a PC to the HDMI input, see Chapter 3. [1] EIA/...
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... some digital audio sources because of the stereo amplifier. Chapter 2: Connecting your device ( "Selecting the optical audio output format" on the TV and the stereo amplifier. 2� Set up a optimum volume level of copy restrictions. * Manufactured under license from Dolby Laboratories. You will ...smaller "minioptical" connector.) Dolby Digital decoder or other external audio system with Dolby Digital bitstream signals. Then you to mute the TV's built in speakers. 18 THIS DAMAGE IS NOT COVERED BY YOUR WARRANTY. • The DIGITAL AUDIO OUT terminal may not be...
... some digital audio sources because of the stereo amplifier. Chapter 2: Connecting your device ( "Selecting the optical audio output format" on the TV and the stereo amplifier. 2� Set up a optimum volume level of copy restrictions. * Manufactured under license from Dolby Laboratories. You will ...smaller "minioptical" connector.) Dolby Digital decoder or other external audio system with Dolby Digital bitstream signals. Then you to mute the TV's built in speakers. 18 THIS DAMAGE IS NOT COVERED BY YOUR WARRANTY. • The DIGITAL AUDIO OUT terminal may not be...
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... display VGA, SVGA, XGA, 480i (60Hz), 480p (60Hz), 720p (60Hz), and 1080i (60Hz) signal formats. Note: • The PC audio input terminals on the TV and hear the sound from HDMI1 port only). Signal name 6 Ground 11 NC 2 G 7 Ground 12 NC 3 B 8 Ground 13 H-sync 4 NC* 9 NC ...specifications, see page 49. If connecting a PC with a compatible mini D-sub15-pin terminal. To connect a PC to the PC IN terminal on the TV: When connecting a PC to pause during multi-angle scenes. • Signal names for computers with a compatible mini D-sub15-pin terminal. • ...
... display VGA, SVGA, XGA, 480i (60Hz), 480p (60Hz), 720p (60Hz), and 1080i (60Hz) signal formats. Note: • The PC audio input terminals on the TV and hear the sound from HDMI1 port only). Signal name 6 Ground 11 NC 2 G 7 Ground 12 NC 3 B 8 Ground 13 H-sync 4 NC* 9 NC ...specifications, see page 49. If connecting a PC with a compatible mini D-sub15-pin terminal. To connect a PC to the PC IN terminal on the TV: When connecting a PC to pause during multi-angle scenes. • Signal names for computers with a compatible mini D-sub15-pin terminal. • ...
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...is preprogrammed to the signs on front of TV. Never mix battery types or use AAA size batteries. • Dispose of batteries in the remote control until the tab snaps. signs on the batteries to operate most Toshiba devices ( page 24). Never throw ...batteries into the battery compartment. If you have a Toshiba device: Your TV remote control is no obstruction between the remote control and the TV. environment in a designated disposal area. Point remote...
...is preprogrammed to the signs on front of TV. Never mix battery types or use AAA size batteries. • Dispose of batteries in the remote control until the tab snaps. signs on the batteries to operate most Toshiba devices ( page 24). Never throw ...batteries into the battery compartment. If you have a Toshiba device: Your TV remote control is no obstruction between the remote control and the TV. environment in a designated disposal area. Point remote...