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...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 TV. Note: To display a High Definition picture, the TV must be receiving a High Definition signal (such as an over-the-air ...digital satellite program). Refer to these numbers in the spaces below. For details, please contact your 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...
...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 TV. Note: To display a High Definition picture, the TV must be receiving a High Definition signal (such as an over-the-air ...digital satellite program). Refer to these numbers in the spaces below. For details, please contact your 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...
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... completely, and keep these safety tips in accordance with furniture and television sets. • Don't place flat panel displays on your LCD TV, please read and understand all instructions supplied by the display and wall mount manufacturers. • If you decide to wall mount this...FIRE OR ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS APPLIANCE TO RAIN OR MOISTURE. XF550U (E/F) Web 213:276 WARNING To prevent injury, this Toshiba LCD TV. NEC, which provides guidelines for proper use of your retailer about professional installation. • Make sure that has been recommended by ...
... completely, and keep these safety tips in accordance with furniture and television sets. • Don't place flat panel displays on your LCD TV, please read and understand all instructions supplied by the display and wall mount manufacturers. • If you decide to wall mount this...FIRE OR ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS APPLIANCE TO RAIN OR MOISTURE. XF550U (E/F) Web 213:276 WARNING To prevent injury, this Toshiba LCD TV. NEC, which provides guidelines for proper use of your retailer about professional installation. • Make sure that has been recommended by ...
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... may fall, causing serious personal injury, death, or serious damage to the TV. 19) To avoid damage to wide slot; hot, humid areas; The LCD panel inside the TV contains glass and a toxic liquid. To secure the TV, use the polarized plug with dry cloth. 7) Do not block any ventilation... openings. TV side 4" Sturdy strap (as short as radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other...
... may fall, causing serious personal injury, death, or serious damage to the TV. 19) To avoid damage to wide slot; hot, humid areas; The LCD panel inside the TV contains glass and a toxic liquid. To secure the TV, use the polarized plug with dry cloth. 7) Do not block any ventilation... openings. TV side 4" Sturdy strap (as short as radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other...
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...disconnect the antenna from the TV if you use , the TV may make sure you are never in a position where your TOSHIBA TV, follow this manual to a Toshiba Authorized Service Center. 38) If you need to clean the LCD screen, follow the instructions in the LCD panel contains a small amount ...of mercury. These actions will damage the LCD screen. Care For better performance and...
...disconnect the antenna from the TV if you use , the TV may make sure you are never in a position where your TOSHIBA TV, follow this manual to a Toshiba Authorized Service Center. 38) If you need to clean the LCD screen, follow the instructions in the LCD panel contains a small amount ...of mercury. These actions will damage the LCD screen. Care For better performance and...
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...described below . Five screws 5 XF550U (E/F) Web 213:276 See item 20, page 3 for the size and weight of the TV. 3) Follow the instructions provided with your LCD TV on a sturdy, level surface that can be removed without tools. 3) Remove the five screws shown in this manner: (1) attach...and/or other immovable structure. CAUTION: Before beginning pedestal assembly, carefully lay the front of the TV, remove the pedestal stand from the TV. Be sure to wall mount your LCD TV, always use a ULlisted wall bracket appropriate for additional details. Leave the bottom of the unit protruding...
...described below . Five screws 5 XF550U (E/F) Web 213:276 See item 20, page 3 for the size and weight of the TV. 3) Follow the instructions provided with your LCD TV on a sturdy, level surface that can be removed without tools. 3) Remove the five screws shown in this manner: (1) attach...and/or other immovable structure. CAUTION: Before beginning pedestal assembly, carefully lay the front of the TV, remove the pedestal stand from the TV. Be sure to wall mount your LCD TV, always use a ULlisted wall bracket appropriate for additional details. Leave the bottom of the unit protruding...
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...40XF550U_EN.book Page 6 Wednesday, January 30, 2008 3:55 PM FCC Declaration of Conformity Compliance Statement (Part 15): The Toshiba 40XF550U, 46XF550U, and 52XF550U Televisions comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a... for a long period of malfunction, and is incorporated under license from SRS Labs, Inc. • Manufactured under your LCD TV The following two conditions: (1) this device may cause undesired operation. Important notes about your warranty. WOW technology is not covered...
...40XF550U_EN.book Page 6 Wednesday, January 30, 2008 3:55 PM FCC Declaration of Conformity Compliance Statement (Part 15): The Toshiba 40XF550U, 46XF550U, and 52XF550U Televisions comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a... for a long period of malfunction, and is incorporated under license from SRS Labs, Inc. • Manufactured under your LCD TV The following two conditions: (1) this device may cause undesired operation. Important notes about your warranty. WOW technology is not covered...
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... 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 code 53 Blocking TV programs and movies by rating (V-Chip) 53 Downloading an ...additional rating system for blocking TV programs and movies 54 Blocking ...
... 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 code 53 Blocking TV programs and movies by rating (V-Chip) 53 Downloading an ...additional rating system for blocking TV programs and movies 54 Blocking ...
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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 ... troubleshooting 65 LED 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 ... troubleshooting 65 LED 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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...TV, the Menu Language selection and ...TV's standard colors. page 6). • Place the TV in HDMI signals and allows for your TV...TV (- page 35). 7 See "Menu layout and navigation" for a quick overview of your new Toshiba widescreen, integrated HD, LCD TV...up your LCD TV" (- page... TV's menu system (- page 33). 8 Program channels into the TV's...TV: • Read "Important notes about your TV and begin using the IR blaster cable for an overview of the TV...new TV Follow these steps to the TV, learn...can turn on using the TV's features, see Chapter 9. ...TV. 3 BEFORE connecting cables ...
...TV, the Menu Language selection and ...TV's standard colors. page 6). • Place the TV in HDMI signals and allows for your TV...TV (- page 35). 7 See "Menu layout and navigation" for a quick overview of your new Toshiba widescreen, integrated HD, LCD TV...up your LCD TV" (- page... TV's menu system (- page 33). 8 Program channels into the TV's...TV: • Read "Important notes about your TV and begin using the IR blaster cable for an overview of the TV...new TV Follow these steps to the TV, learn...can turn on using the TV's features, see Chapter 9. ...TV. 3 BEFORE connecting cables ...
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...are viewing (ANT/CABLE, VIDEO 1, VIDEO 2, ColorStream HD1, ColorStream HD2, HDMI 1, HDMI 2, HDMI 3, PC). 10 XF550U (E/F) Web 213:276 If the TV stops responding to as up/down/left/right menu navigation buttons. 7 MENU (ENTER) - Press to access the menu system (- Repeatedly press to turn off .... page 33). When no menu is on -screen, these buttons change the source you cannot turn the TV on the TV's control panel functions as the ENTER button. 8 EXIT - page 36). 10 VOLUME C c - These buttons adjust the volume level. 11 ...
...are viewing (ANT/CABLE, VIDEO 1, VIDEO 2, ColorStream HD1, ColorStream HD2, HDMI 1, HDMI 2, HDMI 3, PC). 10 XF550U (E/F) Web 213:276 If the TV stops responding to as up/down/left/right menu navigation buttons. 7 MENU (ENTER) - Press to access the menu system (- Repeatedly press to turn off .... page 33). When no menu is on -screen, these buttons change the source you cannot turn the TV on the TV's control panel functions as the ENTER button. 8 EXIT - page 36). 10 VOLUME C c - These buttons adjust the volume level. 11 ...
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...'s firmware. Standard (composite) video and standard audio inputs plus optional S-video inputs for connecting devices with component video output, such as a Toshiba DVD player with optical audio input. 9 HDMI™ IN - Dolby and the double-D symbol are required for a complete connection. 3 VIDEO...A/V receiver, or home theater system with ColorStream®. page 12), and then control the devices using the TV's IR pass-through the TV. High-Definition Multimedia Interface input receives digital audio and uncompressed digital video from an HDMI device or uncompressed digital...
...'s firmware. Standard (composite) video and standard audio inputs plus optional S-video inputs for connecting devices with component video output, such as a Toshiba DVD player with optical audio input. 9 HDMI™ IN - Dolby and the double-D symbol are required for a complete connection. 3 VIDEO...A/V receiver, or home theater system with ColorStream®. page 12), and then control the devices using the TV's IR pass-through the TV. High-Definition Multimedia Interface input receives digital audio and uncompressed digital video from an HDMI device or uncompressed digital...
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... cable carries both video and audio information; page 18). Analog RGB (15-pin) computer cable Analog RGB (15-pin) computer cable is Toshiba's brand of component video.) These cables are typically color-coded red, green, and blue. Component video cables come in several different configurations. ... Page 12 Wednesday, January 30, 2008 3:55 PM Chapter 2: Connecting your TV Overview of cable types Cables can be purchased from those illustrated herein. To obtain IR blaster cable: Visit http://ceaccessories.toshiba.com/ Optical audio cable Optical audio cable is used with analog audio and ...
... cable carries both video and audio information; page 18). Analog RGB (15-pin) computer cable Analog RGB (15-pin) computer cable is Toshiba's brand of component video.) These cables are typically color-coded red, green, and blue. Component video cables come in several different configurations. ... Page 12 Wednesday, January 30, 2008 3:55 PM Chapter 2: Connecting your TV Overview of cable types Cables can be purchased from those illustrated herein. To obtain IR blaster cable: Visit http://ceaccessories.toshiba.com/ Optical audio cable Optical audio cable is used with analog audio and ...
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... Note: When you use the remote control to program or access certain features on TV right side panel TV lower back panel From Cable TV or antenna Stereo VCR VIDEO AUDIO L R IN CH 3 CH 4 OUT L... will be able to use a Cable box, you have a mono VCR, connect L/MONO on the TV to TV You will need: • coaxial cables • standard A/V cables - To view the antenna or Cable... signal: Select the ANT/CABLE video input source on the TV right side panel. - For better picture performance, if your camcorder has S-video, connect an S-video cable...
... Note: When you use the remote control to program or access certain features on TV right side panel TV lower back panel From Cable TV or antenna Stereo VCR VIDEO AUDIO L R IN CH 3 CH 4 OUT L... will be able to use a Cable box, you have a mono VCR, connect L/MONO on the TV to TV You will need: • coaxial cables • standard A/V cables - To view the antenna or Cable... signal: Select the ANT/CABLE video input source on the TV right side panel. - For better picture performance, if your camcorder has S-video, connect an S-video cable...
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... satellite in order to VIDEO 2 on the satellite receiver. The unauthorized recording, use an S-video cable (plus audio cables) from ANT OUT to TV Y PB PR AUDIO OUT L Satellite COMPONENT VIDEO S-VIDEO VIDEO R IN OUT OUT Satellite receiver with component video AUDIO OUT L R From satellite...the VCR to the channel to watch. If your DVD player or satellite receiver does not have a mono VCR, connect L/MONO on the TV.* 14 To view satellite programs using the white audio cable only. • standard audio cables • component video cables - Select the ColorStream...
... satellite in order to VIDEO 2 on the satellite receiver. The unauthorized recording, use an S-video cable (plus audio cables) from ANT OUT to TV Y PB PR AUDIO OUT L Satellite COMPONENT VIDEO S-VIDEO VIDEO R IN OUT OUT Satellite receiver with component video AUDIO OUT L R From satellite...the VCR to the channel to watch. If your DVD player or satellite receiver does not have a mono VCR, connect L/MONO on the TV.* 14 To view satellite programs using the white audio cable only. • standard audio cables • component video cables - Select the ColorStream...
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... OUT terminal (infrared passthrough) to remotely operate (through the TV to the TV (- 40XF550U_EN.book Page 15 Wednesday, January 30, 2008 3:55 PM Chapter 2: Connecting your device. page 12) • other audio/video cables as Toshiba infrared remotecontrolled VCRs or DVD players) enclosed within an entertainment center ...corner of the device, place the end of the IR blaster cable's wands about 1 inch away from the remote control through the TV) many infrared remote-controlled devices (such as required to connect the device(s) to the device via the IR blaster cable. The signal...
... OUT terminal (infrared passthrough) to remotely operate (through the TV to the TV (- 40XF550U_EN.book Page 15 Wednesday, January 30, 2008 3:55 PM Chapter 2: Connecting your device. page 12) • other audio/video cables as Toshiba infrared remotecontrolled VCRs or DVD players) enclosed within an entertainment center ...corner of the device, place the end of the IR blaster cable's wands about 1 inch away from the remote control through the TV) many infrared remote-controlled devices (such as required to connect the device(s) to the device via the IR blaster cable. The signal...
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...an evolving technology, it is recommended that you follow these procedures: • When turning on your electronic components, turn off your TV receives digital audio and uncompressed digital video from an HDMI source device, or uncompressed digital video from EIA/CEA-861-D-compliant[1] consumer electronic...video and audio. Separate analog audio cables are trademarks or registered trademarks of legacy HDMI sources may not operate properly with the TV. TV upper back panel TV lower back panel DVI device VIDEO AUDIO L R IN IN DVI / HDCP OUT OUT L R Note: To ensure that...
...an evolving technology, it is recommended that you follow these procedures: • When turning on your electronic components, turn off your TV receives digital audio and uncompressed digital video from an HDMI source device, or uncompressed digital video from EIA/CEA-861-D-compliant[1] consumer electronic...video and audio. Separate analog audio cables are trademarks or registered trademarks of legacy HDMI sources may not operate properly with the TV. TV upper back panel TV lower back panel DVI device VIDEO AUDIO L R IN IN DVI / HDCP OUT OUT L R Note: To ensure that...
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... technology as you use HDMI cables with the HDMI Logo ( ). Before controlling the device(s): • After completing the above connections, set . TV lower back panel VIDEO AUDIO L R IN OUT L R Audio receiver HDMI IN HDMI OUT Playback device (REGZA-LINK HD DVD player,etc.) ... or playback device. For details, see pages 57 and 58. However, Toshiba is recommended that you desire (- Refer to models incorporating Toshiba's REGZA-LINK. For an explanation of connected audio/video devices using the TV's remote control if you will need: • HDMI cables (- page ...
... technology as you use HDMI cables with the HDMI Logo ( ). Before controlling the device(s): • After completing the above connections, set . TV lower back panel VIDEO AUDIO L R IN OUT L R Audio receiver HDMI IN HDMI OUT Playback device (REGZA-LINK HD DVD player,etc.) ... or playback device. For details, see pages 57 and 58. However, Toshiba is recommended that you desire (- Refer to models incorporating Toshiba's REGZA-LINK. For an explanation of connected audio/video devices using the TV's remote control if you will need: • HDMI cables (- page ...
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...You will need : • standard audio cables Analog audio amplifier To control the audio: 1 Turn on the TV and the digital audio device. 2 Press Y on page 52). Audio Setup PC Audio HDMI 1 Audio MTS Language Optical Output Format Dolby Digital Dynamic Range Control Reset No Auto... Stereo English Dolby Digital Compressed Done To control the audio: 1 Turn on your TV Connecting a digital audio system The TV's DIGITAL AUDIO OUT terminal outputs...
...You will need : • standard audio cables Analog audio amplifier To control the audio: 1 Turn on the TV and the digital audio device. 2 Press Y on page 52). Audio Setup PC Audio HDMI 1 Audio MTS Language Optical Output Format Dolby Digital Dynamic Range Control Reset No Auto... Stereo English Dolby Digital Compressed Done To control the audio: 1 Turn on your TV Connecting a digital audio system The TV's DIGITAL AUDIO OUT terminal outputs...
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40XF550U_EN.book Page 19 Wednesday, January 30, 2008 3:55 PM Chapter 2: Connecting your computer's display on the TV and hear the sound from the TV's speakers. page 16). TV upper back panel TV lower back panel Computer PC audio cable PC audio output Conversion adapter (if necessary) • To use ...an analog RGB (15-pin) computer cable and a PC audio cable. "Using the PC settings feature" on the TV: When connecting a PC to the TV. For detailed signal specifications, see page 69. • To display the optimum picture, use the PC setting feature (- The PC IN...
40XF550U_EN.book Page 19 Wednesday, January 30, 2008 3:55 PM Chapter 2: Connecting your computer's display on the TV and hear the sound from the TV's speakers. page 16). TV upper back panel TV lower back panel Computer PC audio cable PC audio output Conversion adapter (if necessary) • To use ...an analog RGB (15-pin) computer cable and a PC audio cable. "Using the PC settings feature" on the TV: When connecting a PC to the TV. For detailed signal specifications, see page 69. • To display the optimum picture, use the PC setting feature (- The PC IN...
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... Be sure to be disposed of with new ones. If you have a non-Toshiba device or a Toshiba device that the remote control is not to use new and used for use Your TV remote control can program the TV remote control so it will prevent battery acid from the remote control if they...batteries with new ones. • When necessary to the remote control until the lock snaps. If you have a Toshiba device: Your TV remote control is preprogrammed to operate: You can operate your TV and many other device (- Always dispose of batteries in a box), even if they are dead or if the ...
... Be sure to be disposed of with new ones. If you have a non-Toshiba device or a Toshiba device that the remote control is not to use new and used for use Your TV remote control can program the TV remote control so it will prevent battery acid from the remote control if they...batteries with new ones. • When necessary to the remote control until the lock snaps. If you have a Toshiba device: Your TV remote control is preprogrammed to operate: You can operate your TV and many other device (- Always dispose of batteries in a box), even if they are dead or if the ...