Contents Safety Precautions ....5 Tuning the Television ....21 Air Circulation ........5 Quick Setup ......... 21 Heat Damage ........5 Setting the Channels ....23 Mains Supply ........5 Auto Tuning ......... 23 Do ............5 Manual Tuning ........24 Do not ..........5 Automatic Power Down .......
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Enjoy Videos through USB Surround Sound ........32 Port ..........43 Bass Boost .......... 32 SPDIF Type ......... 32 Play Video Files ........44 Audio Description ........ 33 Repeat Settings ........45 Widescreen viewing ....34 Set ............45 Slow Forward ........45 Available Picture Size and Position Step Forward ........
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Setting the Modes ....... 53 Navigating Pages using Auto ....53 Navigating Pages using LIST ....53 Control Buttons........53 PC Settings ........54 Horizontal and Vertical Position... 54 Horizontal Width ........54 Clock Phase ........54 Reset ........... 54 Input Selection and AV Connections .......55 HDMI1 Audio ........
Safety Precautions This equipment has been designed and manufactured to meet international safety standards but, like any electrical equipment, care must be taken to obtain the best results and for safety to be assured. Please read the points below for your own safety. They are of a general nature, intended to help with all electronic consumer products and some points may not apply to the goods you have just purchased.
Installation and important information Where to install Locate the television away from direct sunlight and Sturdy tie (as short as possible) strong lights, soft, indirect lighting is recommended for Fixing strap comfortable viewing. Use curtains or blinds to prevent direct sunlight falling on the screen. Stand clip Place the TV set on a stable, level surface that can support the weight of the TV.
TV by sliding the pedestal stand away from the TV. Please take note EXCLUSION CLAUSE Toshiba shall under no circumstances be liable for loss and/or damage to the product caused by: i) fire; ii) earthquake; iii) accidental damage;...
The Remote Control Simple at-a-glance reference of your remote control. 12 In TV mode: Display on-screen information In Text mode: Access the index page 13 Mute the sound 14 Display the QUICK access menu 15 Exit the menu system 16 Display EPG 17 Go to the previous level of the menu 18 Display the on-screen menu 19 Menu navigation: ▲, ▼, ◄, ►:...
Connecting External Equipment Before connecting any external equipment, turn off all main power switches. If there is no switch remove the mains plug from the wall socket. Connect the power cord into the AC-IN socket found at the back of the TV. HDMI 2 INPUT SOCKET AC−IN...
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Aerial cables: - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - Connect the aerial to the ANT socket on the rear of the television. If you use a decoder and/or media recorder, connect through the decoder and/or media recorder to the television.
HDMI-LINK Connections The basic functions of connected audio/video equipment can be controlled using the television’s remote control if a HDMI-LINK compatible device is connected. The back of your television AV amplifier HDMI in HDMI out Playback equipment Playback equipment HDMI out HDMI out For 26/32EL83*G | 32/42HL83*G The back of your television...
Connecting an HDMI or DVI device to the HDMI input The HDMI input on your television receives digital audio and uncompressed digital video from an HDMI source device or uncompressed digital video from a DVI (Digital Visual Interface) source device. This input is designed to accept HDCP (High-Bandwidth Digital-Content Protection) programme mate- rial in digital form from EIA/CEA-861-D–compliant [1] consumer electronic devices (such as a set-top box or DVD player with HDMI or DVI output).
HDMI HDMI device cable (not supplied) HDMI out For 32AV83*G | 32/40LV83*G To view the HDMI device video, press the button to select HDMI 1 or HDMI 2 mode.
To connect a DVI device Connect an HDMI-to-DVI adapter cable (HDMI type A connector) to the HDMI 1 terminal and audio cables to the PC/HDMI1 (AUDIO) socket (see illustration). • The recommended HDMI-to-DVI adapter cable length is 6.6ft (2m). • An HDMI-to-DVI adapter cable transfers video only. •...
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Audio cable for HDMI to television connection (not supplied) HDMI-to-DVI adapter cable (not supplied) DVI device For 32AV83*G | 32/40LV83*G To ensure that the HDMI or DVI device is reset properly, it is recommended that you follow these procedures: • When turning on your electronic components, turn on the television first, and then the HDMI or DVI device.
Connecting a Computer With either an RGB/PC or an HDMI connection, you can watch your computer’s display on the televi- sion and hear the sound from the televisions speakers. To connect a PC to the HDMI terminal When connecting a PC to the HDMI terminal on the television, use an HDMI-to-DVI adapter cable and an analogue audio cable.
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the back of your television Computer HDMI-to-DVI adapter cable (not supplied) Audio cable for PC to television connection (not supplied) For 32AV83*G | 32/40LV83*G For acceptable PC and video signal formats, see page 18. NOTE: • The edges of the images may be hidden. •...
Using the Controls While all the necessary adjustments and controls for the television are made using the remote control, the buttons on the television may be used for some functions. Common Interface HDMI 2 INPUT SOCKET GREEN LED − On Timer RED LED −...
Switching On If the RED LED is unlit check that the plug is connected to the power supply. If the picture does not appear press on the remote control, it may take a few moments. To put the television into Standby press on the remote control.
Tuning the Television Before switching on the television put your decoder and media recorder to Standby if they are connected. To set up the television use the buttons on the remote control as detailed on page 8. Quick Setup Press ▲ or ▼ to select Country and then press ◄...
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When Store is selected, the confirmation window appears. Location You have selected [Store]. This mode consumes more energy. Are you sure you want to set to this mode? Select Auto tuning Back RETURN Press ◄ or ► to select Yes or No. Press to enter the Auto tuning menu.
Setting the Channels Note: When Parental Block is activated, the 4-digit password is needed. Auto Tuning Press ▲ or ▼ to select Start Scan and press to start Auto Tuning. The Auto tuning function will completely re- tune the television and can be used to update Auto tuning the channel list.
Press ▲ or ▼ to select Tuning Mode Manual Tuning and press ◄ or ► to select ATV, DTV or There are two TV modes: ATV and DTV that ATV and DTV. can be tuned-in manually using Manual Tun- ing. Auto tuning ATV mode - Antenna/Cable Previous settings will be lost! Press EXIT for...
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DTV mode - Antenna Press to display the breakdown menu. Press t or u to select an item, Press MENU. Press ◄ or ► to select then press p or q to select the item as SETUP and press to enter the sub- shown below.
DTV mode - Cable Automatic Power Down Press MENU. Press ◄ or ► to select The TV will automatically turn itself off (standby) SETUP and press to enter the sub- within 4 hours, if you do not touch the control menu.
DTV Settings Re-number Channels Press the button on the remote to The channel order may be changed to suit your renumber the highlighted channel. personal preference. Edit the channel number using the number NOTE: This function is only available in DTV keys on the remote and press mode.
Sort Press ◄ or ► to highlight the skip ) box. Press p or q to select the desired channel and then press . A tick icon appears. Channel Options Name DEEJAY TV Channels Position Name Rossia 1 Rossia 24 Select Enter Back...
Subtitle and Audio Parental You can choose the Subtitle Type or Audio This function blocks channels or programmes Type from Normal or Hearing Impaired. If that you do not want to or that you do not want the Hearing Impaired is selected, it provides your children to watch.
Digital On-Screen Information and Programme Guide When viewing in digital mode, the on-screen information and programme guide provide access to programme details for all available channels. Information On-Screen Information Icons Icons will appear on the Information screen giv- Press , and the information screen ing details about the programmes being broad- will appear giving details of the channel cast.
General Controls The General Controls will allow you to select channels and information, use the sound controls, per- sonalise the picture style, and select external equipment. Selecting Channels Subtitles To select a channel use the numbered buttons If Subtitles are available for your current pro- on the remote control.
Sound Controls Volume Controls and Mute Sound Stable Sound Volume The Stable Sound feature limits high volume levels in order to prevent the extreme changes Press to adjust the volume. in volume that can occur when channels are changed or a programme switches to a Sound Mute commercial.
Audio Description Audio Description is an additional narration describing on-screen action, body language, ex- pressions and movements for people with visual disabilities while watching the TV. This function enables you to choose the type of narrations. Press MENU. Press ◄ or ► to select SOUND and press to enter the submenu.
Widescreen viewing Depending on the type of broadcast being transmitted, programmes can be viewed in a number of formats. Use this setting when watching a widescreen DVD, widescreen video tape or a 16:9 broadcast (when available). Due Wide to the range of widescreen formats (16:9, 14:9, 20:9 etc.) black bars may be visible on the top and bottom of the screen.
Picture Controls Most of the picture controls and functions are available in both digital and analogue modes. Note: Features not available will be greyed out. Picture Position Picture Mode The Picture Position may now be adjusted to suit You can adjust the picture appearance by se- personal preference.
Static Gamma Black/White Level The static gamma feature allows you to adjust This function increases the strength of dark areas of the picture, which improves picture the levels of black in the picture. definition. In the Picture Settings menu, press ▲ or ▼...
Base Colour Adjustment MPEG NR – Noise Reduction When watching a DVD, the compression may The Base Colour adjustment feature allows cause some words or picture elements to the adjustment of individual colours to suit per- become distorted or pixelated. sonal preference.
Enjoy Photos through USB Port The Photo Viewer allows you to playback image files from a USB storage device. Resolution Required DRAM size Image Photo Remark (Mstat suggest) (Mbytes) 15360x8704 Base-line 3.96 Depends on RAM size (1920x8x1088x8) JPEG Progressive 1024x768 6.00 non-interface 9600x6400...
Press ▲, ▼, ◄ or ► to select the de- Set Interval Time sired photo and press to view. Press MENU to change the settings Press MENU to change the settings when viewing a photo. when viewing a photo. Press ◄ or ► to select and press to select the desired interval time (3/5/10/15/30/60/90 Sec).
Enjoy Music through USB Port The MP3 Player allows you to playback music files from a USB storage device. Audio Codec File Extension Bit Rate Remark 32Kbps~ 448Kbps(Bit rate) MPEG1 Layer2 32KHz ~ 48KHz(Sampling rate) 32Kbps ~ 320Kbps(Bit rate) MPEG1 Layer3 32KHz ~ 48KHz(Sampling rate) Play Music Files Press ▲...
Repeat Settings Press ◄ or ► to select Press to select Off, One or Folder. Using the Play List Press ◄ or ► to select and press Press ▲ or ▼ to select music and press to play music. Press EXIT on the remote to collapse the list.
Enjoy Videos through USB Port The Video Viewer allows you to playback video files from a USB storage device. File Bit Rate Container Video Codec SPEC Profile Remark (Mbit/sec) Extension MPG, dat, mpg, 1080P@ Mpeg1,2 Main Profile mpeg 30fps MPEG H264: Main Profile and High ts, trp, tp, MPEG2 -TS...
Play Video Files Press MENU to change the settings when viewing a video. Insert a USB storage device and press on the remote. Play Use ▲ or ▼ to select MEDIA and press Inputs 00:00:08 / 00:02:28 00001 / 00001 002.wmv Pause HDMI1...
Repeat Settings Video Info Press MENU to change the settings Info display file status information (content when playing a video. number, video title, audio track, subtitle, pro- gram, size, etc.). Press ◄ or ► to select and press Press MENU to change the settings to select Off, One or Folder.
HDMI-LINK Controls This feature uses CEC (Consumer Electronics Control) technology, and allows the control of Toshiba HDMI-LINK compatible equipment from the television’s remote control. Note: Not all Toshiba products currently support HDMI-LINK. Equipment Control Input Source Selection The HDMI-LINK mode on the television’s...
HDMI-LINK Menus By activating the Enable HDMI-LINK feature in the HDMI-LINK setup menu, individual HDMI-LINK features can then be activated. Enable HDMI-LINK One Touch Play When the Enable HDMI-LINK is set to On, it The function of HDMI-LINK will automatically allows the other functions to be enabled.
Auto Standby When the Auto Standby is enabled, switching off the television will automatically switch off all connected HDMI-LINK equipment. In the HDMI-LINK Setup menu, press ▲ or ▼ to select Auto Standby. Press ◄ or ► to select On or Off. Amplifier Control In the HDMI-LINK Setup menu, press ▲...
Preference Controls On Timer Press ▲ or ▼ to select Power On Time and press ◄ or ► or use the number This feature allows you to set the television to key pad on the remote to enter the time. turn on automatically to a preset channel at a Press ▲...
Press the button on the remote to enter the Timer List menu. EPG (Electronic Programme Guide) supports 9 sets of timers. You can set or cancel a timer Programme Timers 07:42:58 Fri, 27 Aug for a selected programme within the guide. Channel Date Time...
In the SETUP menu, press ▲ or ▼ to select System Information and press to display Press ◄ or ► to select On or Off. the model information and firmware version. System Information TOSHIBA 2010 Dec 8 2010, 11:03:37, FW: v0.08 (ER) Back RETURN...
System Upgrade Press MENU. Press ◄ or ► to select SETUP and press to enter the sub- menu. PICTURE SOUND APPLICATIONS PREFERENCES SETUP Press ▲ or ▼ to select System Upgrade and press to enter the submenu. Press ▲ or ▼ to select Auto Upgrade and press ◄...
For further information on your particular text Select the news flash page for the chosen system(s), see the broadcast text index page text service (see the index page of your text or, consult your local Toshiba dealer. service). By pressing , news flashes will be dis- played as and when they are broadcast.
PC Settings • Most of the picture controls and functions are available. However features not available will be greyed out. • In the PC input mode, the Manual Setting is not displayed. • First press until the video input mode list appears on the screen, then press ▲ or ▼ and order to select the PC input mode.
Input Selection and AV Connections Use the Input Selection feature if the television does not switch over automatically when using an external device. Lip Sync Mode HDMI1 Audio This option activates an auto audio/video If the connected HDMI source does not support display timing adjustment function that allows digital audio, plug the audio cable into PC/HDMI 1 HDMI source devices to accurately perform...
Frequently Asked Questions What else can cause a poor picture? Why is there no sound or picture? Interference or a weak signal. Try a Check that the television is on and that different television station. Manual fine all connections are made properly. tuning may help: There is a picture, but why is there little Select the ATV/DTV Manual Tuning in...
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Why are the colours wrong when an NTSC source is played? Connect the source via a SCART cable and play. Select Manual setting from the SETUP menu and set the Colour System to Auto. Manual setting Colour system: Auto EXT 1 Select Change Save...
Specifications and Accessories • This television complies with the specification listed below. • Design and specifications are subject to change without notice. Sound Output DVB-T Broadcast systems/ Model 26 5W + 5W Broadcast systems/channels (At 10% Distortion) channels 32 5W + 5W UHF 21-68 PAL-I UHF UK21-UK69...
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Dimensions Model 26EL83*G 467 x 643 x 181 (H x W x D mm) 32AV83*G (approx.) 558 x 786 x 233 32LV83*G 32EL83*G 542 x 770 x 201 32HL83*G 40LV83*G 679 x 977 x 274 42HL83*G 677 x 1007 x 238 Weight Model 26EL83*G 6.5kg...