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® Connecting a DVD player with ColorStream (component video) and a VCR This connection allows you to watch DVD, VCR, and TV programs, Note: For the highest possible picture quality, use and record TV programs. You can record one channel while watching component video cables (or a DVI-D digital another channel. single-link cable) between the TV and DVD ® Your TV has ColorStream (component video) inputs. Connecting player. your TV to a DVD player with component video (such as a Toshiba ® You can c
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E F Connecting a DTV receiver/set-top box with ® S ColorStream (component video) and a VCR This connection allows you to watch DTV (digital TV broadcast), Note: For the highest possible picture quality, use VCR, and TV programs, and record DTV and TV programs. You can component video cables (or a DVI-D digital record from one source while watching a program from another single-link cable) between the TV and DTV source. receiver. ® Your TV has ColorStream (component video) inputs. Connecting You
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Connecting two VCRs This connection allows you to record (dub/edit) from one VCR to Note: another VCR while watching a videotape. You also can record one If you have VCRs with S-video, use S-video channel while watching another channel. cables instead of standard video cables. Do not connect both a standard video cable and You will need: an S-video cable to VIDEO 1 (or VIDEO 2) at • two coaxial cables the same time, or the picture performance • two sets of standard A/V cables will be unacceptabl
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E F Connecting a device to the DVI/HDCP S Your TV’s DVI/HDCP* IN terminal is designed to accept HDCP DVI/HDCP = Digital Visual Interface/ * High-bandwidth Digital Content Protection. program material in digital form from EIA/CEA-861–compliant ** consumer electronic devices, such as a set-top box or DVD player EIA/CEA-861 compliance covers the ** transmission of uncompressed digital equipped with a DVI-D digital single-link OUT terminal. † video with high-bandwidth digital content The DVI/HDCP IN
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Connecting a device to the TheaterLink The TheaterLink allows you to remotely operate (through the TV) most infrared-controlled devices* (such as a Toshiba infrared- controlled VCR or DVD player) enclosed within an entertainment center or similar cabinet. Without the TheaterLink, the device typically would need to be visible to operate it remotely. You can use the TV’s remote control (programmed to operate the device; see pages 18–24) or the device’s remote control. Point the remote control at t
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E F Connecting an audio system S This connection allows you to hear the TV sound through external Note: speakers connected to an audio amplifier. If the volume of either the TV or the amplifier is set to 0 (or OFF), you will not hear any To control the audio through the amplifier, turn on the TV and the sound. amplifier, set the volume of both to a moderate level, and turn off the TV’s built-in speakers (see “Turning off the built-in speakers” on page 58). You will need: • one pair of standard a
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O I D U R E K T A N A I E L H T E L E T T I I R T O V B A U F S Using the remote control Note: Preparing the remote control for use Your TV’s remote control may not operate Your Toshiba TV remote control has one dedicated TV mode and five certain features on your VCR, cable TV universal modes: VCR, Cable/SAT, DVD, Audio1, and Audio2. The converter, or other electronic device. target devices and default devices being programmed for each mode Refer to the owner’s manuals for your other are as foll
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E F Remote Control functional key chart S Toshiba TV Cable Satellite VCR DVD/LD Receiver CD/MD Cassette Key Label (TV) (CBL/SAT) (CBL/SAT) (AUDIO) (AUDIO) (VCR) LIGHT Lights the remote key, and toggles between enabled and disabled Illumination mode. SLEEP Sleep timer --- --- --- --- --- --- --- POWER Power Power Power Power Power Power Power Power 1Digit 1 Digit 1 Digit 1 Digit 1 Digit 1 AV input 1 Digit 1 Digit 1 2Digit 2 Digit 2 Digit 2 Digit 2 Digit 2 AV input 2 Digit 2 Digit 2 3Digit 3 Digit
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Toshiba TV Cable Satellite VCR DVD/LD Receiver CD/MD Cassette Key Label (TV) (CBL/SAT) (CBL/SAT) (AUDIO) (AUDIO) (VCR) TV/VCR VCR --- TV/SAT TV/VCR --- --- --- Reverse AM/FM DISC --- --- --- --- Disc shift AM/FM Disc shift Deck side A/B switch STOP VCR VCR VCR Stop Stop --- Stop Stop REC** VCRVCR VCR Record** --- --- Record** Record** PIP CH yz POP channel TV TV TV TV TV TV TV up/down SPLIT POP Split
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E: ENGLISH E
F: FRANÇAIS F
S: ESPAÑOL S
OWNER'S MANUAL
LCD Color Television
Owner's Record
The model number and serial number are on the back
of your TV. Record these numbers in the spaces below.
Refer to these numbers whenever you communicate
with your Toshiba dealer about this TV.
Model number: 26HL83
Serial number:
26HL83
(E) 26HL83
Index Appendix Using the TV’s Setting up Using the Connecting Introduction
Features your TV Remote Control your TV
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Dear Customer, Thank you for purchasing this Toshiba TV. This manual will Child Safety help you use the many exciting features of your new TV. Before operating the TV, please read this manual It Makes A Difference completely, and keep it nearby for future reference. Where Your TV Stands Safety Precautions Congratulations on your purchase! As you enjoy WARNING your new TV, keep these safety tips in mind: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE OR ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS APPLIANCE TO RAIN OR The Iss
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Important Safety Instructions Installation, Care, and Service 1) Read these instructions. Installation 2) Keep these instructions. Follow these recommendations and precautions and heed all 3) Heed all warnings. warnings when installing your TV: 4) Follow all instructions. 16) Never modify this equipment. Changes or modifications 5) Do not use this apparatus near water. may void: a) the warranty, and b) the user’s authority to operate this equipment under the rules of the Federal 6) Clean only wi
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32) LCD (Liquid Crystal Display) may cause interference in 25) Always make sure the antenna system is properly image, sound, etc. of other electronic equipment that is grounded to provide adequate protection against voltage easy to receive electromagnetic waves (i.e. AM radios and surges and built-up static charges (see Section 810 of the video equipment) under certain installed condition. In National Electric Code). particular, it may affect electronic equipment beyond the Antenna lead-in wire
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Introduction................................................................ 6 Freezing the POP picture ........................................ 39 Adjusting the size of the double-window ................. 39 Welcome to Toshiba ......................................................... 6 Double-Window with keeping aspect ratio ............. 40 Supplied accessories ......................................................... 6 Using the programmed channel search function............. 40 Note Regardin
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Note Regarding Introduction Quick Connect Guide The Quick Connect Guide Welcome to Toshiba automatically appears on-screen Congratulations! You have purchased one of the finest LCD TVs on the first time the TV is turned on. This feature provides on-screen the market. The goal of this manual is to guide you through setting instructions to guide you through up and operating your Toshiba TV as quickly as possible. the initial setup of your TV. The model and serial numbers are on the back of your TV
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O I D U R E K T A N A I E L H T E L E T T I I R T O V B A U F S E F Exploring your new TV S You can operate your TV using the buttons on the front panel or the Remote control remote control. The A/V terminals for connecting other equipment to POWER your TV are on the back panel and inside the storage compartment TV LIGHT SLEEP CABLE/SAT (see illustrations below). Also see “Connecting your TV” on pages 8- VCR DVD 17. 12 3 AUDIO1 AUDIO2 45 6 MODE Remote sensor 789 PIC SIZE +10 TV front 100/ ENT 0
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Connecting your TV Note: One TheaterLink cable is provided with your TV. No other cables are provided. Coaxial (antenna) cable Coaxial cable is the cable that comes in from your antenna, cable TV service, or cable converter box. Coaxial cable has “F” connectors. Standard stereo A/V cables usually come in sets of three, and are typically color-coded according to use: yellow for video, red for stereo Standard stereo A/V cables right audio, and white for stereo left (or mono) audio. Your TV’s sta
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E F Connecting a VCR S This connection allows you to watch local channels and video Note: programs, watch video tapes, and record one channel while watching If you have a mono VCR, connect L/Mono to VCR Audio OUT using only one audio cable. another channel. If you have a VCR with S-video, use an S- You will need: video cable instead of the standard video • two coaxial cables cable. • one set of standard A/V cables From Cable Box or Antenna The unauthorized recording, use, distribution, Stereo VC
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Connecting a cable converter box and VCR This connection allows you to watch and record basic and premium Note: cable channels, watch videotapes, and record one channel while If you have a mono VCR, connect L/Mono to watching another channel. To use the TV’s features, select ANT-1. VCR Audio OUT using only one audio cable. To view premium channels or record with the VCR, select ANT-2, If you have a VCR with S-video, use an S- tune the TV and VCR to channel 3 or 4 (whichever channel is vacant vid
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E F Connecting a DVD player or satellite receiver S and a VCR This connection allows you to watch DVD/satellite, VCR, and TV Note: programs, and record one channel while watching another channel. For the highest possible picture quality from a DVD player/satellite receiver without You will need: component video or DVI/HDCP, use an • two (or three, if satellite receiver is used) coaxial cables S-video cable between the TV and DVD • one set of standard A/V cables (between the TV and VCR) player/sa
