This document is an operating instruction manual for Toshiba 32 WF2F, 32 WF3F, 32/40/43 LF2F, and 32/40/43 LF3F Series televisions. It provides comprehensive information on the safe operation, setup, and customization of these TV models.
Function Description
The Toshiba televisions covered by this manual are designed for household and similar indoor use, though they may also be used in public places. They function as display devices for various content sources, including live TV (aerial, cable, and satellite), external devices connected via HDMI, USB, and other inputs, and internet-based streaming services through a built-in Fire TV operating system. The TVs support High Dynamic Range (HDR) and Hybrid Log-Gamma (HLG) for enhanced picture quality, offering a wider range of luminosity, better picture quality, more realistic colors, and improved detail in dark shadows and bright highlights. The integrated Fire TV platform provides access to a wide array of applications, streaming content, and smart features, including voice control via Alexa (on limited models with a built-in microphone remote).
Important Technical Specifications
- Power Supply: The TV operates from a 220-240 V AC 50 Hz outlet.
- Altitude: Suitable for use at altitudes less than 5000 meters above sea level.
- Ventilation: Requires at least 5cm of free space around the TV for proper ventilation.
- USB Input: Each USB input supports devices up to 500mA.
- HDMI Cables: High-speed shielded (high grade) HDMI cables with ferrites are recommended for connecting equipment to the TV to ensure sufficient immunity against parasitic frequency radiation.
- Wireless LAN Transmitter Specifications:
- Frequency Ranges:
- 2400 - 2483.5 MHz (CH1 - CH13): Max Output Power < 100 mW
- 5150 - 5250 MHz (CH36 - CH48): Max Output Power < 200 mW
- 5250 - 5350 MHz (CH52 - CH64): Max Output Power < 200 mW
- 5470 - 5725 MHz (CH100 - CH140): Max Output Power < 200 mW
- Wireless LAN equipment is intended for home and office use in all EU countries, the UK, and Northern Ireland. The 5.15 - 5.35 GHz band is restricted to indoor operations only.
- Supports IEEE 802.11a/b/g/n/ac type modems with 2.4 and 5 GHz bands for increased bandwidth, optimized for HD video streaming and file transfers.
- Compliance: The product carries the CE-Mark, complies with RoHS Directive 2011/65/EU, and Ecodesign Directive 2005/32/EC (EuP) and 2009/125/EC (ErP). It also adheres to EIA/CEA-861-D compliance for uncompressed digital video transmission.
- Audio Technologies: Supports Dolby Audio and DTS-HD.
Usage Features
- Initial Setup Wizard: Guides users through essential first-time configurations, including location, language, TV mode (Store Use or Home Use), remote pairing, network connection, Amazon account sign-in, Fire TV restoration, Amazon Kids+ setup, app selection, and parental controls.
- Live TV: Access to channels tuned via aerial, cable, or satellite. Users can switch to Live TV mode using the remote's Live button or by selecting the Aerial or Satellite input from the Home screen.
- Customising TV Settings:
- Picture Settings: Adjustments for Picture Mode (Standard, Film, Dynamic, Sport, Game, PC, Customised), Backlight, Dynamic Backlight (On, Off, Eco), Colour Saturation, Screen Settings (Automatic, 16:9, 4:3), and Advanced Settings (Contrast, Brightness, Dynamic Contrast, Local Contrast, Gamma, Tint, Colour Temperature, Sharpness, MPEG Noise Reduction, Noise Reduction, Natural Cinema). These settings are input-specific.
- Sound Settings: Adjustments for sound output, including TV Speakers (On/Off), Audio output jack (fixed for line output or variable for headphone), Digital Audio Format (PCM, Dolby Audio, Pass-through, Auto), DTS DRC (On/Off), and Bluetooth Audio Sync.
- Fire TV Operating System: Provides a "Home" tab for the main screen, a "Find" tab for content search (including Alexa Voice Button), and a "Library" for Watchlist content.
- Remote Control: Features dedicated buttons for Standby/On, Voice (Alexa), Up/Down/Left/Right directional control, Select, Home, Back/Return, Play/Pause, Rewind, Fast Forward, Volume +/-, Number buttons, Coloured Buttons, Subtitle, Prime Video, Internet, Apps, Next, Services, Sleep Timer, Guide, and Fast Forward.
- Input Selection: Allows switching between different external input sources (HDMI, SPDIF, Side AV, USB, CI).
- Channel Management: Includes Channel List, Channel Guide, Filter Channels, Add/Remove from Favourite Channels, and Manage Channels (All, Favourites, Hidden tabs).
- Network Connectivity: Supports both wired (Ethernet) and wireless (WLAN) connections to the internet. Options to enable/disable Wi-Fi/Ethernet, check network status, join networks using WPS or PIN, and configure advanced network settings.
- Display & Audio Settings: Includes Power Controls (Power On to Last Input or Home screen, Alexa Anytime), Audio Output, Enable Display Mirroring (Miracast), and Navigation Sounds (On/Off).
- Screen Saver: Activates after a period of inactivity, displaying pictures from the Amazon Collection. Customizable options for Current Screen Saver album, Slide Style (Pan & Zoom, Dissolve), Slide Speed (Slow, Medium, Fast), Start Time (5, 10, 15 minutes, Never), Date and Clock, Display Info, Alexa Hints, and Shuffle.
- HDMI-CEC Device Control: Allows the TV remote to control connected CEC-capable HDMI devices for playback, navigation, and power on/off.
- Preferred Live TV Language: Selection for primary and secondary audio and subtitle languages.
- "Do not track" request: Option to send "Do not track" requests for HbbTV applications, enhancing privacy.
- Applications: Menu to manage all installed apps, including Amazon Photos settings (Allow Guest Connections, Access Amazon Photos), Appstore settings (Automatic Updates, External Market Links, In-App Purchases, Manage My Subscriptions, Notifications), and Manage Installed Applications.
- Remotes & Bluetooth Devices: Manages connected remotes and Bluetooth devices (speakers, headphones, game controllers, mouse, keyboard).
- Alexa: Provides information and examples of Alexa usage, and settings for Alexa App.
- Preferences:
- Parental Controls: Restricts over-the-air films, TV shows, purchases, and content viewing based on ratings. PIN-protected.
- Privacy Settings: Manages cookie consent, device usage data, app and broadcast usage data, and interest-based ads. Includes an option to reset the Advertising ID.
- Data Usage Monitoring: Monitors data consumption, sets video quality (Good, Better, Best), sets data alerts, and displays monthly top data usage.
- Notification Settings: Manages notification pop-ups and blocks/unblocks notifications from specific apps.
- Featured Content: Controls autoplay of video and audio for featured content on the Home screen.
- Auto Turn Off: Automatically switches off the TV after 4 hours of no activity (can be disabled).
- HbbTV: Enables Hybrid Broadcast Broadband TV.
- Sync Recent Content: Includes Prime Video titles watched on other devices in the Recent row.
- Location: Allows setting the device's location for localized information (e.g., weather).
- Time Zone: Sets clock display (24-hour format) and time zone.
- Sync Date and Time: Synchronizes date and time with an internet time server or broadcast time.
- Sleep Timer: Sets a countdown for the TV to switch off (5-240 minutes).
- Language: Changes the system language.
- Metric Units: Displays temperatures and distances in metric units (On/Off).
- Accessibility: Options for Subtitle, Alexa Subtitles, VoiceView (spoken feedback), Text Banner, Screen Magnifier, High-Contrast Text, Audio Description, and Feedback & Support.
- Screen Magnifier: Enables magnification of the screen using button combinations.
- Audio Description: Controls the volume of descriptive tracks for over-the-air channels and Prime Video content.
Maintenance Features
- Software Updates: The TV automatically checks for and downloads software updates when connected to the internet. Users can manually check for updates via the "Device & Software" menu.
- Restart: Option to reboot the TV if it is slow or locking up.
- Reset to Factory Defaults: Allows a complete reset of the TV, removing all personal data and downloaded content. This is recommended when selling or giving away the TV.
- USB Storage Device Management: Allows viewing available space on connected USB drives and safely ejecting them.
- Automatic Service Update: Allows the TV to automatically scan for network operator changes when in standby mode.
- Disposal Information: Provides guidelines for the proper disposal of the product, batteries, and accumulators in accordance with EU regulations, emphasizing separate collection and recycling to prevent negative environmental and health consequences.
- Safety Information: Includes warnings regarding electric shock, proper ventilation, handling of power cords, exposure to liquids and heat sources, and battery disposal. Emphasizes that the mains plug should remain readily operable for disconnection.