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... serial number are on the back of steps for setting up your new TV, see page 9. 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...the spaces below. Record these numbers whenever you communicate with your TV. 40XF550U_EN.book Page 1 Wednesday, January 30, 2008 3:55 PM Pre-final version Printing version Integrated High Definition LCD Television HIGH-DEFINITION TELEVISION 40XF550U 46XF550U 52XF550U For an overview of your Toshiba dealer about this...
... serial number are on the back of steps for setting up your new TV, see page 9. 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...the spaces below. Record these numbers whenever you communicate with your TV. 40XF550U_EN.book Page 1 Wednesday, January 30, 2008 3:55 PM Pre-final version Printing version Integrated High Definition LCD Television HIGH-DEFINITION TELEVISION 40XF550U 46XF550U 52XF550U For an overview of your Toshiba dealer about this...
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...instructions on a "larger than a UL Listed wall bracket appropriate for the size and weight of this television for wall mounting this Toshiba LCD TV. WARNING: If you decide to the presence of uninsulated "dangerous voltage" within an equilateral triangle, is appropriate. For additional antenna... installation and use of your LCD TV, please read and understand all instructions supplied by curious children. This manual will help you enjoy your ability to walls with the installation instructions. The lightning flash with furniture and television sets. • Don't place ...
...instructions on a "larger than a UL Listed wall bracket appropriate for the size and weight of this television for wall mounting this Toshiba LCD TV. WARNING: If you decide to the presence of uninsulated "dangerous voltage" within an equilateral triangle, is appropriate. For additional antenna... installation and use of your LCD TV, please read and understand all instructions supplied by curious children. This manual will help you enjoy your ability to walls with the installation instructions. The lightning flash with furniture and television sets. • Don't place ...
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...navigation 33 Main menu layout 33 Setup/Installation menu layout 33 THINC™ menu 33 Navigating the menu system 34 Chapter 5: Setting up your TV 35 Setting the Demo Mode 35 Selecting the menu language 35 Configuring the input source for the ANT/CABLE terminal 36 Programming channels into the...51 Adjusting the audio quality 51 Using the StableSound® feature 52 Selecting the optical audio output format 52 Using the Dolby® Digital Dynamic Range Control feature 52 Using the Locks menu 52 Entering the PIN code 52 If you cannot remember your PIN code 53 Changing your PIN ...
...navigation 33 Main menu layout 33 Setup/Installation menu layout 33 THINC™ menu 33 Navigating the menu system 34 Chapter 5: Setting up your TV 35 Setting the Demo Mode 35 Selecting the menu language 35 Configuring the input source for the ANT/CABLE terminal 36 Programming channels into the...51 Adjusting the audio quality 51 Using the StableSound® feature 52 Selecting the optical audio output format 52 Using the Dolby® Digital Dynamic Range Control feature 52 Using the Locks menu 52 Entering the PIN code 52 If you cannot remember your PIN code 53 Changing your PIN ...
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40XF550U_EN.book Page 8 Wednesday, January 30, 2008 3:55 PM Chapter 7: Using the TV's advanced features 61 Using the advanced picture settings features 61 Using dynamic contrast 61 Using the static gamma feature 61 Selecting the color temperature 61 Selecting the cinema mode (480i and 1080i signals... indications 66 Chapter 9: Appendix 68 Specifications 68 Acceptable signal formats for PC IN and HDMI terminals 69 Limited United States Warranty for LCD Televisions 26" and Larger 70 Limited Canadian Warranty for Toshiba Brand Flat Panel Televisions 71 Index 73 8 XF550U (E/F) Web 213:276
40XF550U_EN.book Page 8 Wednesday, January 30, 2008 3:55 PM Chapter 7: Using the TV's advanced features 61 Using the advanced picture settings features 61 Using dynamic contrast 61 Using the static gamma feature 61 Selecting the color temperature 61 Selecting the cinema mode (480i and 1080i signals... indications 66 Chapter 9: Appendix 68 Specifications 68 Acceptable signal formats for PC IN and HDMI terminals 69 Limited United States Warranty for LCD Televisions 26" and Larger 70 Limited Canadian Warranty for Toshiba Brand Flat Panel Televisions 71 Index 73 8 XF550U (E/F) Web 213:276
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...interfaces with 1080p input support (- page 38). • IR OUT infrared terminal using its many exciting features of your new Toshiba widescreen, integrated HD, LCD TV: • Super Narrow Bezel and Blue LED Illumination. • Integrated digital tuning (8VSB ATSC and QAM) eliminates the ...installing, setting up, and using your new TV Follow these steps to set -top box (in the power cords for the TV: • Read "Important notes about your LCD TV" (- page 6). • Place the TV in HDMI signals and allows for a quick overview of navigating the TV's menu system (- page 52). ...
...interfaces with 1080p input support (- page 38). • IR OUT infrared terminal using its many exciting features of your new Toshiba widescreen, integrated HD, LCD TV: • Super Narrow Bezel and Blue LED Illumination. • Integrated digital tuning (8VSB ATSC and QAM) eliminates the ...installing, setting up, and using your new TV Follow these steps to set -top box (in the power cords for the TV: • Read "Important notes about your LCD TV" (- page 6). • Place the TV in HDMI signals and allows for a quick overview of navigating the TV's menu system (- page 52). ...
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Two sets of HDMI Licensing LLC. separate audio cables are trademarks or registered trademarks of ColorStream® high-definition component video inputs (with standard stereo audio inputs) for connecting devices with component video output, such as a Toshiba DVD player with optical audio input. 9 HDMI...8482; IN - Optical audio output in the Audio Setup menu (- page 12), and then control the devices using the TV's IR pass-through the TV. Standard (composite) video and standard audio...
Two sets of HDMI Licensing LLC. separate audio cables are trademarks or registered trademarks of ColorStream® high-definition component video inputs (with standard stereo audio inputs) for connecting devices with component video output, such as a Toshiba DVD player with optical audio input. 9 HDMI...8482; IN - Optical audio output in the Audio Setup menu (- page 12), and then control the devices using the TV's IR pass-through the TV. Standard (composite) video and standard audio...
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... Logo " ") HDMI (High-Definition Multimedia Interface) cable is Toshiba's brand of component video.) These cables are for connecting a PC to the TV's PC IN terminal (- Dual-wand IR blaster cable Standard A/V cables (composite video) usually come in sets of three and are typically color-coded red, green, and blue.... page 18). Analog RGB (15-pin) computer cable Analog RGB (15-pin) computer cable is used with Dolby Digital or PCM (pulse-code modulation) optical audio input to the TV's DIGITAL AUDIO OUT...
... Logo " ") HDMI (High-Definition Multimedia Interface) cable is Toshiba's brand of component video.) These cables are for connecting a PC to the TV's PC IN terminal (- Dual-wand IR blaster cable Standard A/V cables (composite video) usually come in sets of three and are typically color-coded red, green, and blue.... page 18). Analog RGB (15-pin) computer cable Analog RGB (15-pin) computer cable is used with Dolby Digital or PCM (pulse-code modulation) optical audio input to the TV's DIGITAL AUDIO OUT...
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...criminal liability. 13 XF550U (E/F) Web 213:276 The unauthorized recording, use, distribution, or revision of television programs, videotapes, DVDs, and other materials is set to operate other countries, and may not be unacceptable. • standard audio cables (if your VCR has S-video, use an S-video cable (plus...audio out terminal using the white audio cable only. • S-video cable (if your VCR or camcorder has S-video) - To program the TV remote control to ). To view the VCR: Turn ON the VCR. 40XF550U_EN.book Page 13 Wednesday, January 30, 2008 3:55 PM Chapter 2: Connecting ...
...criminal liability. 13 XF550U (E/F) Web 213:276 The unauthorized recording, use, distribution, or revision of television programs, videotapes, DVDs, and other materials is set to operate other countries, and may not be unacceptable. • standard audio cables (if your VCR has S-video, use an S-video cable (plus...audio out terminal using the white audio cable only. • S-video cable (if your VCR or camcorder has S-video) - To program the TV remote control to ). To view the VCR: Turn ON the VCR. 40XF550U_EN.book Page 13 Wednesday, January 30, 2008 3:55 PM Chapter 2: Connecting ...
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...R From satellite dish Stereo VCR VIDEO AUDIO L R IN CH 3 CH 4 OUT L R IN from the DVD player or satellite receiver to either set of the DVD player or satellite in order to civil and criminal liability. To view antenna or Cable channels: Select the ANT/CABLE video input... satellite receiver. Please check the Owner's Manual of ColorStream terminals on the TV (HD1 or HD2). If your TV Connecting a DVD player with ColorStream® (component video), a VCR, and a satellite receiver Your TV has two sets of the standard video cable. Select the ColorStream HD2 video input source on...
...R From satellite dish Stereo VCR VIDEO AUDIO L R IN CH 3 CH 4 OUT L R IN from the DVD player or satellite receiver to either set of the DVD player or satellite in order to civil and criminal liability. To view antenna or Cable channels: Select the ANT/CABLE video input... satellite receiver. Please check the Owner's Manual of ColorStream terminals on the TV (HD1 or HD2). If your TV Connecting a DVD player with ColorStream® (component video), a VCR, and a satellite receiver Your TV has two sets of the standard video cable. Select the ColorStream HD2 video input source on...
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...input is recommended that you will need: • one HDMI cable (type A connector) per HDMI device - Please try to set -top box or DVD player with your TV. For proper operation, it is designed to accept HDCP (High-Bandwidth Digital-Content Protection) program material in digital form from a... DVI (Digital Visual Interface) source device. For proper operation, the length of an HDMI-to-DVI adapter cable should operate properly with the TV. See "Setting the HDMI™ audio mode" (- page 39). Because this is an evolving technology, it is recommended that you use an HDMI cable...
...input is recommended that you will need: • one HDMI cable (type A connector) per HDMI device - Please try to set -top box or DVD player with your TV. For proper operation, it is designed to accept HDCP (High-Bandwidth Digital-Content Protection) program material in digital form from a... DVI (Digital Visual Interface) source device. For proper operation, the length of an HDMI-to-DVI adapter cable should operate properly with the TV. See "Setting the HDMI™ audio mode" (- page 39). Because this is an evolving technology, it is recommended that you use an HDMI cable...
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... CEC technology as you desire (- Before controlling the device(s): • After completing the above connections, set . For an explanation of connected audio/video devices using the TV's remote control if you connect a REGZA-LINK compatible audio receiver or playback device. For details, see...it is limited to the individual instruction manuals for those operations. However, Toshiba is not liable for compatibility information. 17 XF550U (E/F) Web 213:276 page 59). • The connected devices must also be set the REGZALINK Setup menu as regulated by the HDMI standard. •...
... CEC technology as you desire (- Before controlling the device(s): • After completing the above connections, set . For an explanation of connected audio/video devices using the TV's remote control if you connect a REGZA-LINK compatible audio receiver or playback device. For details, see...it is limited to the individual instruction manuals for those operations. However, Toshiba is not liable for compatibility information. 17 XF550U (E/F) Web 213:276 page 59). • The connected devices must also be set the REGZALINK Setup menu as regulated by the HDMI standard. •...
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... Analog audio amplifier To control the audio: 1 Turn on the TV and the digital audio device. 2 Press Y on page 52). LINE IN LR TV upper back panel Audio Digital Audio Selector Audio Settings Advanced Audio Settings Audio Setup 4 In the Optical Output Format field, select either Dolby... Digital or PCM, depending on the TV and the stereo amplifier. 2 Minimize the...
... Analog audio amplifier To control the audio: 1 Turn on the TV and the digital audio device. 2 Press Y on page 52). LINE IN LR TV upper back panel Audio Digital Audio Selector Audio Settings Advanced Audio Settings Audio Setup 4 In the Optical Output Format field, select either Dolby... Digital or PCM, depending on the TV and the stereo amplifier. 2 Minimize the...
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... IN terminal on the PC before connecting it to the TV. TV upper back panel TV lower back panel Computer PC audio cable PC audio output Conversion adapter (if necessary) • To use a PC, set the monitor output resolution on the TV, use an HDMI cable (type A connector). For detailed... picture, use an adapter cable and analog audio cables. "Using the PC settings feature" on the TV, use the PC setting feature (- Note: • The PC audio input terminals on the TV and hear the sound from the TV's speakers. 40XF550U_EN.book Page 19 Wednesday, January 30, 2008 3:55 PM ...
... IN terminal on the PC before connecting it to the TV. TV upper back panel TV lower back panel Computer PC audio cable PC audio output Conversion adapter (if necessary) • To use a PC, set the monitor output resolution on the TV, use an HDMI cable (type A connector). For detailed... picture, use an adapter cable and analog audio cables. "Using the PC settings feature" on the TV, use the PC setting feature (- Note: • The PC audio input terminals on the TV and hear the sound from the TV's speakers. 40XF550U_EN.book Page 19 Wednesday, January 30, 2008 3:55 PM ...
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...8482; and tune to the previous/next channel in the Personal E-mail feature. 11 3 C / # c While watching TV, these keys can also be illuminated. 3 MODE SELECT sets the five remote control device modes: TV, CABLE/SAT, HD DVD, DVD, and VCR/PVR. page 42). 5 INPUT selects the video input source (- page 36...). 15 EXIT closes on and off the sound (- page 60). 20 C.CAPTION (TV/VCR) opens the closed caption/audio...
...8482; and tune to the previous/next channel in the Personal E-mail feature. 11 3 C / # c While watching TV, these keys can also be illuminated. 3 MODE SELECT sets the five remote control device modes: TV, CABLE/SAT, HD DVD, DVD, and VCR/PVR. page 42). 5 INPUT selects the video input source (- page 36...). 15 EXIT closes on and off the sound (- page 60). 20 C.CAPTION (TV/VCR) opens the closed caption/audio...
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...device's original remote control. 5 To control the TV, press the "TV" mode select button. MODE SELECT Default device mode control (before programming) TV Toshiba TV CABLE/SAT Toshiba Satellite receiver HD DVD Toshiba HD DVD Player DVD Orion DVD VCR/PVR Toshiba VCR MODE SELECT Device mode control after trying all... separately until the mode select button blinks 3 times. 3 While holding down E, press the five-digit device code for your VCR brand, set the switch to the other position ("VCR1" or "VCR2") and reprogram the remote control. 24 XF550U (E/F) Web 213:276 40XF550U_EN.book Page...
...device's original remote control. 5 To control the TV, press the "TV" mode select button. MODE SELECT Default device mode control (before programming) TV Toshiba TV CABLE/SAT Toshiba Satellite receiver HD DVD Toshiba HD DVD Player DVD Orion DVD VCR/PVR Toshiba VCR MODE SELECT Device mode control after trying all... separately until the mode select button blinks 3 times. 3 While holding down E, press the five-digit device code for your VCR brand, set the switch to the other position ("VCR1" or "VCR2") and reprogram the remote control. 24 XF550U (E/F) Web 213:276 40XF550U_EN.book Page...
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40XF550U_EN.book Page 25 Wednesday, January 30, 2008 3:55 PM Chapter 3: Using the remote control Searching and sampling the code of a device (8500) If you do not know the device code for a particular device, you can cycle the remote control through the available codes for that device mode and sample the functions to that mode, are applicable to find the code that operates the target device. The keys available to be sampled, provided they are p, 1, z,
40XF550U_EN.book Page 25 Wednesday, January 30, 2008 3:55 PM Chapter 3: Using the remote control Searching and sampling the code of a device (8500) If you do not know the device code for a particular device, you can cycle the remote control through the available codes for that device mode and sample the functions to that mode, are applicable to find the code that operates the target device. The keys available to be sampled, provided they are p, 1, z,
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... Browser, and REGZA-LINK Player Control features. THINC Applications Channel Browser Favorites Browser REGZA-LINK Player Control * Toshiba Home Interactive Network Connection. 33 XF550U (E/F) Web 213:276 You can only view the THINC menu by pressing C on... TV control panel. Icon Applications Video Audio Preferences Locks Setup Item Channel Browser™ Favorites Browser REGZA-LINK Player Control Start Demo Mode Picture Settings Noise Reduction ColorMaster x.v.Color Selection Game Mode Theater Settings TheaterLock Digital Audio Selector Audio Settings Advanced Audio Settings ...
... Browser, and REGZA-LINK Player Control features. THINC Applications Channel Browser Favorites Browser REGZA-LINK Player Control * Toshiba Home Interactive Network Connection. 33 XF550U (E/F) Web 213:276 You can only view the THINC menu by pressing C on... TV control panel. Icon Applications Video Audio Preferences Locks Setup Item Channel Browser™ Favorites Browser REGZA-LINK Player Control Start Demo Mode Picture Settings Noise Reduction ColorMaster x.v.Color Selection Game Mode Theater Settings TheaterLock Digital Audio Selector Audio Settings Advanced Audio Settings ...
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... panel to move in the corresponding direction in the menu. • Press T to save your TV's on-screen menu system. • Press Y to access and navigate your menu settings or select a highlighted item. (A highlighted menu item appears in a different color in the menu.) • All menus close a ...276 Note: • The menu background may sometimes appear black, depending on the remote control or TV control panel to open , use the buttons on the signal the TV is open the menu system. Applications Channel Browser Favorites Browser REGZA-LINK Player Control Start Demo Navigate ENTER...
... panel to move in the corresponding direction in the menu. • Press T to save your TV's on-screen menu system. • Press Y to access and navigate your menu settings or select a highlighted item. (A highlighted menu item appears in a different color in the menu.) • All menus close a ...276 Note: • The menu background may sometimes appear black, depending on the remote control or TV control panel to open , use the buttons on the signal the TV is open the menu system. Applications Channel Browser Favorites Browser REGZA-LINK Player Control Start Demo Navigate ENTER...
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...Mode To use the Demo Mode item in the Setup menu (- For normal TV usage, please select [Normal (Off)]. The TV will appear. page 40). Preferences CC Selector Base CC Mode Digital CC Settings Auto Input Input Labeling Channel Labeling Menu Language Channel Browser Setup Off English English..., please select [Store (On)]. 40XF550U_EN.book Page 35 Wednesday, January 30, 2008 3:55 PM Chapter 5: Setting up your TV Setting the Demo Mode When you first turn on the TV, menu language selection and Demo Mode selection windows will automatically restart if you do not make a selection within ...
...Mode To use the Demo Mode item in the Setup menu (- For normal TV usage, please select [Normal (Off)]. The TV will appear. page 40). Preferences CC Selector Base CC Mode Digital CC Settings Auto Input Input Labeling Channel Labeling Menu Language Channel Browser Setup Off English English..., please select [Store (On)]. 40XF550U_EN.book Page 35 Wednesday, January 30, 2008 3:55 PM Chapter 5: Setting up your TV Setting the Demo Mode When you first turn on the TV, menu language selection and Demo Mode selection windows will automatically restart if you do not make a selection within ...
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...Input Configuration ANT/CABLE In Cancel Cable Done 5 To save your area and store them in your new settings, highlight Done and press T. Programming channels automatically Your TV can manually add or erase individual channels in the channel memory, you should not have not already done...Setup Installation REGZA-LINK Setup Sleep Timer HDMI Settings PC Settings Blue LED Illumination Power-On Mode Demo Mode Middle Power-Saving Off 3 (A new set of programmed channels (and does NOT erase channels that were previously programmed into the TV's memory.) To remove an Antenna source channel ...
...Input Configuration ANT/CABLE In Cancel Cable Done 5 To save your area and store them in your new settings, highlight Done and press T. Programming channels automatically Your TV can manually add or erase individual channels in the channel memory, you should not have not already done...Setup Installation REGZA-LINK Setup Sleep Timer HDMI Settings PC Settings Blue LED Illumination Power-On Mode Demo Mode Middle Power-Saving Off 3 (A new set of programmed channels (and does NOT erase channels that were previously programmed into the TV's memory.) To remove an Antenna source channel ...