This document describes the operating instructions for Toshiba 24/40/43/48/49 L18 Series, 24/28/32 W18 Series, 24D M8 Series, 24 W19 Series, 24 L/W/D19 Series, and 24/32/40/43 WL/LL1A Series televisions.
Function Description
These Toshiba televisions are designed for entertainment, offering a range of features for viewing various media. They support terrestrial, cable, and satellite broadcast reception, allowing users to access a wide array of channels. The TVs include a built-in DVD player (on models with "D" in their series name) for playing DVDs, audio CDs, and MP3 CDs. USB connectivity enables media playback from external storage devices, supporting various video, audio, and picture formats. HDMI inputs allow connection to external devices like game consoles, Blu-ray players, and set-top boxes. The TVs also feature DVI input for connecting to computers, and VGA input for PC connection. Network connectivity, both wired and wireless (optional, depending on the model), provides access to advanced features like software updates and potentially online content. The CEC (Consumer Electronics Control) functionality allows for integrated control of compatible HDMI-connected devices. Audio features include adjustable volume, equalizer settings, headphone output, and dynamic bass. Some models may support DTS TruSurround for enhanced audio experience.
Important Technical Specifications
Display Resolutions:
- Supported resolutions for PC input (VGA/PC) range from 640x480 to 1920x1080 at various refresh rates (60Hz, 70Hz, 72Hz, 75Hz).
- Supported DVI resolutions also range from 640x480 to 1920x1080 at various refresh rates.
- HDMI input supports resolutions from 480i/p to 1080p, with various refresh rates including 24Hz, 25Hz, 30Hz, 50Hz, and 60Hz.
USB Media Playback:
- Video Formats: .mpeg (MPEG1-2), .vob (MPEG2), .mp4 (MPEG4, Xvid, H.264), .mkv (H.264, MPEG4, VC-1), .avi (MPEG2, MPEG4, Xvid, H.264), .flv (H.264/VP6/Sorenson), .mp4, .mov, .3gp, .3gpp, MPEG transport stream, .ts, .trp, .tp, .mkv (HEVC/H.265), .3gp (MPEG4, H.264).
- Max resolutions vary, e.g., 1920x1080 @ 30P for many H.264 formats, 1080p@60fps for HEVC/H.265.
- Audio Formats: .mp3 (MPEG1 Layer 2/3), AC3, AAC, EAC3, LPCM, IMA-ADPCM/MS-ADPCM, LBR.
- Sampling rates and bitrates vary by format, e.g., 32kHz - 48kHz for MP3, 16kHz - 48kHz for AAC.
- Picture Formats: .jpeg (Baseline, Progressive), .bmp (Resolution(WxH): 5760x4096).
- Subtitle Formats: .sub, .srt.
- USB storage devices must be formatted as FAT32. NTFS formatting is also supported for media playback.
DVD Playback (for models with built-in DVD player):
- Disc Types (Logos): DVD (Audio + Video), AUDIO-CD (Audio), MP3-CD (Audio), PICTURE-CD JPEG (Video).
- Recording Types: DVD (SS/SL 4.7" (DVD-5), DS/DL 4.7" (DVD-9), DS/DL 8.5" (DVD-10), DS/DL 4.7" (DVD-18)), CD-DA, CD-R, CD-RW, MP3/JPEG.
- Max. Playing Time: DVD (Single-sided: 240 min; Double-sided: 480 min), Audio CD (74 min), MP3-CD (depends on MP3 quality), Picture CD (depends on JPEG quality).
- Video Type: MPEG-2 Video Standard Decoding (MPEG-1 supported), Full-Screen Video Display of 720 x 576 (PAL) & 720 x 480 (NTSC) pixels, 50 and 60 Hz frame refresh rates (PAL & NTSC), Digital bit-stream processing rate up to 108Mbits/sec, Line resolution more than 500 lines.
- Audio Type: MPEG Multichannel Decoding, LPCM.
- Audio Output: Analog Outputs: 24 bit /48, 44.1kHz down-sampling DAC.
Power Consumption:
- Energy Saving modes (Minimum, Medium, Maximum, Auto, Screen Off, On) are available to reduce energy consumption.
- The backlight setting can be adjusted to further save energy.
Connectivity:
- VGA (PC input)
- PC/YPbPr Audio (side)
- HDMI (3-4 ports, depending on model)
- Scart (RGB, CVBS)
- YPbPr Video (Component)
- Side AV (Audio/Video)
- SPDIF (Coaxial Out)
- Headphone
- USB (2 ports, depending on model)
- CI (Common Interface)
- 12V DC Connection (for mobile TV models)
- Wired Network Connection (Ethernet)
- Wireless Network (optional, via USB dongle)
Usage Features
Initial Setup & Environmental Information:
- The TV guides users through an initial setup process, including language selection, country settings, and PIN setup.
- Environmental information emphasizes energy saving features and proper disposal of batteries and accumulators.
- Standby notifications indicate when the TV is in standby mode and if no signal is received, it will automatically switch off after a set time.
TV Control & Operation:
- Joystick Control: A joystick on the TV allows basic control (volume, channel, menu navigation, source selection).
- Remote Control: A comprehensive remote control provides full functionality, including standby, source selection, numeric buttons, audio language selection, TV menu, volume, time, navigation, OK, back/previous menu, colored buttons (Red, Green, Yellow, Blue), rewind, pause, play, stop, fast forward, exit, record, subtitle language selection, and mute.
- Menu System: The TV features an intuitive menu system for settings adjustments, channel management, recording, and media playback.
- First Time Installation: Guides users through setting up channels (terrestrial, cable, satellite), antenna type, and satellite operator.
- Channel Management: Allows users to edit, sort, and manage their favorite channels.
- Recording: Supports USB recording (PVR) for digital broadcasts. Users can schedule recordings, set start and end times, and manage recorded content. Timeshift functionality is also available.
- Media Playback: USB input allows playback of various media files (video, audio, pictures) from external USB storage devices. A media browser helps navigate content.
- Electronic Programme Guide (EPG): Provides a schedule of upcoming programs, allowing users to view program information and schedule recordings.
- Teletext: Supports teletext display for information services.
Picture & Sound Settings:
- Picture Modes: Cinema, Game, Sports, Dynamic, Natural, and User-defined modes are available.
- Picture Adjustments: Contrast, Brightness, Sharpness, Colour, Backlight, Dynamic Contrast, Noise Reduction, Colour Temp, White Point, Picture Zoom, Picture Shift, Film Mode, Skin Tone, Colour Shift, HDMI Full Range.
- Sound Settings: Volume, Equalizer, Balance, Headphone, Sound Mode, AVL (Automatic Volume Limiting), Headphone/Lineout, Dynamic Bass, DTS TruSurround (if available), Digital Out.
Advanced Settings:
- Parental Control: Allows setting a PIN to restrict access to certain channels or programs based on age ratings.
- Child Lock: Prevents unauthorized use of the TV.
- Default CICAM PIN: For CI module access.
- Time Settings: Menu Timeout, Standby LED, Software Upgrade, Application Version.
- Subtitle Mode: Selects subtitle language.
- Auto TV OFF: Automatically switches off the TV after a set period of inactivity.
- Biss Key: For satellite scrambling system.
- Store Mode: For retail display purposes.
- Power Up Mode: Sets the TV's power-up behavior (Last State, Standby).
- CEC (Consumer Electronics Control): Enables integrated control of compatible HDMI-connected devices.
- System Audio Control: Allows the TV to control an audio amplifier/receiver connected via HDMI.
Network Features (Optional):
- Network Type: Wired or Wireless.
- Internet Speed Test: Checks the network connection bandwidth.
- Advanced Settings: Configures IP and DNS settings.
- Automatic Channel Scan (Retune): Scans for available channels (D. Aerial, D. Cable, D. Satellite, Analogue).
- Manual Channel Scan: Manual tuning for broadcast entry.
- Network Channel Scan: Scans for linked channels in the broadcast system.
- Analogue Fine Tune: Fine-tunes analogue channels.
- Satellite Settings: Displays satellite settings, allows adding/editing satellite data, and configuring satellite channel table.
- Installation Settings: Manages installation settings for different broadcast types.
- Setup Home Transponder: Sets preferences and the Green button to save settings for M7 operator installation.
- Clear Service List: Clears the service list.
- Select Active Network: Selects the active network for channel scanning.
- Signal Information: Displays signal level/quality.
- First Time Installation: Resets all stored channels and settings.
- Fransat Options: Displays Fransat options.
- Parental Control: Displays parental control options.
- System Information: Displays system information.
- Reception Information: Displays current satellite reception information.
- CAS-Module: Displays current CAS module information.
- Upgrade: Displays software upgrade options.
Mobile TV Instructions (Optional):
- For models with 12V DC input, the TV can be powered from a cigarette lighter socket in a vehicle.
- Instructions are provided for switching the TV on and off using the standby button or joystick.
Maintenance Features
Troubleshooting & Tips:
- Poor Picture: Checks for correctly tuned TV, low signal level, incorrect antenna connection, and correct channel frequency.
- No Picture: Checks if the TV is plugged in, power button is pressed, and correct source is selected.
- No Sound: Checks if TV is muted, volume is up, and correct sound source is selected.
- Remote Control - no operation: Checks batteries, correct insertion of batteries, and if the remote is pointed at the TV.
- No signal on an input source: Checks if the device is connected, AV cables are connected, and the device is switched on.
- The Image is not centered in VGA source: Adjusts PC Position menu settings.
- Recording unavailable: Checks if a USB storage device is connected, formatted, and has sufficient space.
- USB is too slow: Suggests trying a different USB storage device if "USB device writing speed too slow to record" message appears.
- Internet Connection Not Available: Provides steps to check physical connections, MAC address, IP address, and DNS settings.
DVD Troubleshooting:
- Poor picture quality (DVD): Checks for disc surface damage, cleanliness, and correct insertion.
- Disc does not play: Checks if the disc is in the machine, loaded correctly, and is a supported format.
- Wrong OSD language: Checks language settings in the set-up menu.
- No picture: Checks if the correct buttons on the remote control are pressed.
- No sound: Checks if volume is set to an audible level and sound is not turned off by mistake.
- Distorted sound: Checks appropriate listening mode settings.
- If nothing works: Suggests switching the TV off and on again, or contacting a Toshiba dealer/repair technician.
Software Upgrade:
- The TV supports software upgrades via broadcast signal or the internet.
- Users can check for new software updates through the menu and initiate the upgrade process.
Cleaning:
- For DVD players, clean discs with a cleaning cloth from the centre out. Do not use solvents.
Safety Information:
- DVD Player: Class 1 laser product. Avoid direct exposure to the laser beam.
- Risk of Electric Shock: Warns against opening the TV enclosure due to dangerous voltage inside.
- Connecting to Ground: Emphasizes connecting the TV to a grounded electrical outlet.
Environmental Information:
- Disposal: Instructions for proper disposal of the TV and batteries, indicating that they should not be disposed of with household waste.
- Energy Saving: Provides options to reduce energy consumption through picture settings and automatic standby.
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