OWNER'S MANUAL Projection Television TM 50A10 © TOSHIBA CORPORATION, 2000 Model number: Serial number: 50A10 Index 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. Appendix Using the TV's Features Setting up your TV Using the Remote Control Connecting your TV Introduction Important Information WARNING TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE OR ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS APPLIANCE TO RAIN OR MOISTURE. Precautions Installing your TV · Place the TV on the floor or on a sturdy platform. The mounting surface should be flat and steady. If you install the TV on a soft floor, make sure that the floor is not damaged by the weight of the TV. · Place the TV far enough away from the walls to allow proper ventilation. This will prevent the TV from overheating and avoid possible damage to the TV. Avoid dusty areas too. · Damage may occur if you leave the TV in direct sunlight or near a heater. Avoid areas subject to extremely high temperatures or humidity, and temperatures of 41°F(5°C) or lower. Using your TV The lightning symbol in the triangle tells you that the voltage inside this product may be strong enough to cause an electric shock. DO NOT TRY TO SERVICE THIS PRODUCT YOURSELF. · Do not stand or climb on the TV. · Do not put any heavy object on top of the TV. · Do not place containers with liquids such as drinks or cosmetics on the TV. If any foreign material or water leaks into the TV, unplug the AC cord and contact your dealer. · If the room temperature suddenly rises, condensation may occur on the lenses resulting in picture distortion or color fading. In such a case, simply wait a while (with the power on) and the condensation will evaporate. · Avoid displaying stationary images on your TV screen for extended periods of time. Stationary patterns generated by a picture-in-picture (PIP) display, computer displays, video games, stock market reports, etc., can become permanently engrained on the picture tube. This damage is not protected by your warranty because it is the result of misuse. If you wish to use your TV to display still images, reduce brightness and contrast settings. Never leave a PIP, computer, or video game display unattended. · Sit approximately 10-25 feet away from the TV. Sitting too far to the left or right of the screen will cause the picture to appear dull as will direct sunlight and room lights. Turn the TV off to check for reflections on the screen. Then remove the source of any reflections while viewing. Cleaning your TV The exclamation mark in the triangle tells you that important operating and maintenance instructions follow this symbol. CAUTION TO PREVENT ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT USE THIS POLARIZED PLUG WITH AN EXTENSION CORD RECEPTACLE OR OTHER OUTLET UNLESS THE PRONGS CAN BE FULLY INSERTED INTO THE OUTLET TO PREVENT ANY EXPOSURE OF THE PRONGS ON THE POLARIZED PLUG. ATTENTION POUR PRÉVENIR LES CHOCS ÉLECTRIQUES NE PAS UTILISER CETTE FICHE POLARISÉE AVEC UN PROLONGATEUR, UNE PRISE DE COURANT OU UNE AUTRE SORTIE DE COURANT, SAUF SI LES LAMES PEUVENT ÊTRE INSÉRÉS À FOND SANS EN LAISSER AUCUNE PARTIE À DÉCOUVERT. CAUTION The plug has one prong wider than the other and will fit only one way into a standard wide prong electrical outlet (120 volt AC, 60 Hz). If the plug does not fit into the outlet, try turning it around. If the plug still does not fit, the outlet is probably non-standard and must be replaced by a qualified electrician. Do not tamper with the plug or try to force it into a non-standard outlet. Note to CATV system installers in the USA This reminder is provided to call the CATV system installer's attention to Article 820-40 of the NEC, which provides guidelines for proper grounding, and, in particular, specifies that the cable ground shall be connected to the grounding system of the building, as close to the point of cable entry as practical. · Clean the TV with a soft dry, cloth. Never use strong solvents such as thinner or benzine which might damage the finish of the cabinet. If the cabinet is very dirty, use a damp cloth to wipe the cabinet clean, then finish with a dry cloth. 2 Introduction ................................................................ 4 Welcome to Toshiba ......................................................... 4 Exploring your new TV ................................................... 4 ENABLE BLOCKING .......................................... 26 TV RATING (Independent rating system for broadcasters) .......... 26 MPAA RATING (Independent rating system for movies) .................. 27 BLOCKING OPTION .......................................... 27 Unlocking programs temporarily ............................ 28 Locking channels ........................................................... 28 Locking video inputs ..................................................... 29 Changing the PIN code ................................................. 29 Adjusting the picture ..................................................... 30 Selecting the picture mode ...................................... 30 Adjusting the picture quality ................................... 30 Saving new preference ............................................. 31 Using the flesh tone feature ..................................... 31 Using the noise reduction feature ............................ 31 Selecting the color temperature ............................... 32 Resetting your picture adjustments ......................... 32 Watching video input .................................................... 33 Selecting the video label ................................................. 33 Using the closed caption feature ..................................... 34 Setting the timer (sleep timer) ........................................ 35 Setting the clock ............................................................ 35 Adjusting the sound ....................................................... 36 Muting the sound ................................................... 36 Selecting stereo/SAP broadcasts .............................. 36 Using the surround sound feature ........................... 37 Adjusting the sound quality .................................... 38 Resetting your audio adjustments ........................... 38 Using the Sub-Bass System (SBS) ............................ 39 Turning off the built-in speakers ............................. 39 Selecting the Audio OUT sound ............................. 40 Selecting the background of the menu display ............... 40 Displaying on-screen information .................................. 40 Viewing the demonstration mode .................................. 41 Understanding the auto power off feature ...................... 41 Understanding the last mode memory feature ................ 41 Connecting your TV .................................................. 5 Connecting a VCR .......................................................... 5 Connecting a cable converter box .................................... 6 Connecting a cable converter box and a VCR .................. 6 Connecting a DVD/satellite receiver and a VCR .............. 7 Connecting a DVD with ColorStreamTM and a VCR ...... 7 Connecting two VCRs ..................................................... 8 Connecting a camcorder .................................................. 9 Connecting an audio system ............................................ 9 Using the remote control ...................................... 10 Preparing the remote control for use .............................. 10 Installing the remote control batteries ............................ 10 Using the remote control with a VCR or a cable TV converter ...................................................... 10 Programming the remote control for use with a VCR or a cable TV converter ...................................................... 11 VCR code table ...................................................... 12 Cable TV converter code table ................................ 13 Learning about the remote control ................................. 14 Setting up your TV .................................................. 15 Learning about the menu system ................................... 15 Changing the on-screen display language ....................... 16 Adding channels to the TV's memory ............................ 17 Programming channels automatically ...................... 17 Adding and erasing channels manually .................... 18 Changing channels ........................................................ 18 Adjusting the color convergence ..................................... 18 Using the TV's features .......................................... 20 Adjusting the channel settings ........................................ 20 Switching between two channels ............................. 20 Programming your favorite channels ....................... 20 Labeling channels ................................................... 21 Watching picture-in-picture (PIP) .................................. 23 Switching the main and small pictures .................... 24 Changing the position of the small picture .............. 24 Freezing the small picture ....................................... 24 Using the LOCKS menu ............................................... 25 Entering the PIN code ............................................ 25 Using the V-CHIP menu ............................................... 26 Appendix ................................................................... 42 Specifications ................................................................. 42 Troubleshooting ............................................................. 43 Limited United States Warranty ..................................... 44 Index .......................................................................... 45 3 Introduction Introduction Welcome to Toshiba Congratulations! You have purchased one of the finest projection TVs on the market. The goal of this manual is to guide you through setting up and operating your Toshiba TV as quickly as possible. Instructions in this manual are based on using the remote control. You can also use the controls on the TV if they have the same name as those on the remote control. Please read all the safety and operating instructions carefully, and keep the manual for future reference. Connecting your TV Exploring your new TV Using the Remote Control You can operate your TV using the buttons on the front panel or the remote control. The back panel and front panel (behind the door) provide all the terminal connections you will need to connect other equipment to your TV. TV front Setting up your TV Remote sensor (Behind the screen panel) x ·zy MENU VOL CH VOL EXIT TV/ VIDEO DEMO POWER MTS TIMER LIFT CH TV CABLE VCR 1 2 5 8 0 C.CAP T 3 CH DEMO Using the TV's Features Video/Audio inputs (Video 3) POWER Volume x · EXIT TV/VIDEO MENU Channel yz 4 7 100 6 9 CH RTN VOL ENT RESE T Power indicator TV rear AUDIO CENTER CHANNEL IN EX ADV IT FAV - MENU/ ENTER FAV + ADV MUTE RECALL TV/VIDEO SURROUND ON OFF OUT L VAR ANT( 75 ) STOP SOURCE PLAY PIP REC TV/VCR REW FF R S-VIDEO AUDIO STILL LOCATE SWAP Appendix VIDEO Y VIDEO L/ MONO CB L/ MONO L AUDIO R COLOR STREAM VIDEO 1 VIDEO 2 INPUT CR AUDIO R AUDIO R IN DVD IN OUT Index 4 Connecting your TV ANTENNA Coaxial Cable Caution: Do not plug the TV in until you have finished connecting all of your equipment. 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. You will need: · one coaxial cable · one pair of audio cables (only one cable for a mono VCR) · one video cable Cable lead-in from Cable Box or Antenna Stereo VCR VIDEO AUDIO L R IN OUT to TV IN from ANT CH 3 CH 4 OUT If you have an S-VHS VCR, use the S-video connections and remove the video cable. Do not connect the video cable and the S-video cable to Video-1 simultaneously. TV AUDIO CENTER CHANNEL IN ON OFF OUT L VAR ANT( 75 ) R S-VIDEO Y AUDIO VIDEO L/ MONO VIDEO L/ MONO CB L AUDIO R COLOR STREAM VIDEO 1 VIDEO 2 INPUT CR AUDIO R AUDIO R IN DVD IN OUT 5 Index Appendix Using the TV's Features Caution: If you have a mono VCR, connect L/Mono to VCR Audio OUT using only one audio cable. Setting up your TV Using the Remote Control If you have not connected electronic equipment before, or you have been frustrated in the past, you may wish to read this section. (Cables are not supplied.) · A coaxial cable is the standard cable that comes in from your antenna or cable converter box. Coaxial cables use "F" connectors. · Audio and video cables are usually co ...