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For more information, see "Troubleshooting" on page 108 in this guide.
Owner's Record
The model number and serial number are on the back and side 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:
Serial number:
Note: To display a High Definition
picture, the TV must be receiving a
High Definition signal such as an
over-the-air Hi_]h Definition TV
broadcast, a High Definition digital
cable program, or a High Definition
digital satellite program). For details,
contact your TV antenna installer
cable prov der, or satellite provider
GMA300018011
06/13

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Summary

Safety Precautions

General Safety Warnings

Warnings about fire, shock, and proper installation to prevent injury.

Child Safety: Proper Television Placement Matters

Tune In To Safety Guidelines

Guidelines for safe TV installation and use, preventing tip-overs and entanglement.

Wall or Ceiling Mount Your Television

Instructions for safely mounting the TV to a wall or ceiling.

Moving an Older Television Safely

Advice on safely moving and placing older CRT televisions.

Important Safety Instructions

General Handling and Usage Precautions

Instructions for safe operation, cleaning, ventilation, and power handling.

Specific Safety Warnings and Cautions

Warnings regarding power plugs, liquids, flames, and potential hazards.

Choosing a Location for Your LED TV

Pedestal Stand Installation

Instructions for setting up the TV on its included pedestal stand.

Wall Bracket Installation

Guidance for securely mounting the TV to a wall using a bracket.

FCC Declaration of Conformity

ENERGY STAR User Information

Information on optimizing TV energy efficiency and ENERGY STAR qualifications.

Important Notes About Your TV

LCD Display Technology Limitations

Technical limitations like image retention and pixel variations.

Chapter 1: Introduction

Safety Icons Explanation

Explains the meaning of danger, warning, caution, and note icons used in the manual.

Features Overview

Integrated Digital Tuning and HDMI Connectivity

Digital tuning and multiple HDMI inputs for high-definition multimedia.

Audio and Picture Enhancement Features

Technologies like Audyssey, ColorMaster, Cinema Mode, DNR, ClearScan for sound and picture.

Overview of Installation, Setup, and Use

Initial Setup Steps

Guides through reading safety info, choosing location, connecting devices, and powering on.

TV Front and Side Panel Controls and Connections

Power Indicator, Remote Sensor, and Control Buttons

Location and function of power LED, remote sensor, and TV control buttons.

Input Ports Overview

Description of HDMI IN, USB port, and other input connections on the TV.

TV Back Panel Connections

HDMI IN, ColorStream HD, and Audio Outputs

Explanation of HDMI, ColorStream HD, and audio output ports.

Antenna;Cable, PC, and Digital Audio Outputs

Details on ANT/CABLE input, PC IN, and Digital Audio OUT ports.

Chapter 2: Connecting Your TV

Overview of Cable Types

Introduces different cable connectors required for device connections.

Coaxial Cable for Antenna;Cable TV

Explains the use of coaxial cables for antenna and cable TV connections.

Cable Types for Video and Audio Connections

Standard AV and Component Video Cables

Standard AV cables for composite video and component video cables for better quality.

HDMI Cable for Digital Transfer

Details on HDMI cables for digital audio and video transfer.

Cable Types for Audio and Computer Connections

Optical Audio and Analog RGB Cables

Use of optical audio and analog RGB cables for digital audio and PC connections.

Connection Illustration Guide

Notes on interpreting connection diagrams and device variations.

Connecting External Video Sources

Connecting VCR, Antenna, and Camcorder

Diagrams and instructions for connecting VCRs, antennas, and camcorders.

Connecting Blu-ray, DVD, Satellite, and VCR

Viewing Antenna;Cable Signals and VCR;Camcorder Video

Selecting ANT/CABLE or VIDEO input for signals and devices.

Connecting Blu-ray, DVD, Satellite, and VCR (Continued)

Using ColorStream HD for Video Devices

Connecting DVD players or satellite receivers via ColorStream HD for progressive scan.

Connecting HDMI or DVI Devices

HDMI Input Functionality and Requirements

HDMI input capabilities and recommended HDMI cable usage.

Connecting HDMI or DVI Devices (Continued)

Viewing HDMI Device Video and DVI Connection

Selecting HDMI inputs and connecting DVI devices with adapter cables.

HDMI CEC Connection

Controlling Connected Devices via HDMI CEC

Using TV remote to control HDMI CEC compatible audio receivers or playback devices.

Connecting Digital and Analog Audio Systems

Connecting a Digital Audio System

Connecting TV's optical audio out to external Dolby Digital decoders.

Connecting Digital Audio Systems (Continued)

Optical Audio Cable and Digital Audio Setup

Using optical cables and setting digital audio output format (Auto or PCM).

Connecting an Analog Audio System

Analog Audio Connection to Amplifier

Connecting TV's analog audio out to an external amplifier for sound adjustment.

Connecting a Computer

Viewing PC Display and Sound on TV

How to view PC display and hear sound through the TV speakers.

Connecting PC via PC IN Terminal

Connecting a PC using analog RGB and PC audio cables.

Connecting a Computer via HDMI Terminal

Signal Names for Mini D-sub Connector

Listing pin numbers and signal names for PC connectors.

Connecting Computer via HDMI Terminal

Instructions for connecting a computer to the TV's HDMI terminal.

Chapter 3: Using the Remote Control

Installing Remote Control Batteries

Step-by-step guide for inserting batteries into the remote control.

Remote Control Operation and Range

Remote Control Overview and Effective Range

Diagram and optimal operating distance for remote control performance.

Remote Control Button Functions

Remote Control Button Overview

Diagram and description of the remote control's buttons and their functions.

Remote Control Functions (1-16)

Key Remote Control Functions (1-16)

Detailed explanation of functions for specific remote control buttons.

Remote Control Functions (17-28)

Key Remote Control Functions (17-28)

Explains remaining remote control functions, including channel return and playback controls.

Chapter 4: Menu Layout and Navigation

Main Menu Layout Overview

Overview of the TV's menu system, showing icons and items like Picture Mode, Backlight, Contrast.

Menu Categories: Sound, Options, and Installation

Sound, Options, and Installation Menus

Details on menu categories for Sound, Options, and Installation settings.

Navigating the Menu System

Using Remote for Menu Navigation

Steps to open menus, navigate using arrow buttons, and save settings with ENTER.

Chapter 5: Setting Up Your TV

Initial Setup Wizard

Guides through initial setup steps like language, time zone, and input source selection.

Setting Up Your TV: Installation Setup and ANT;CABLE IN

Installation Setup Selection

Configuring menu language and ANT/CABLE input source for initial setup.

Setting Up Your TV: Auto Tuning and Channel Memory

Auto Tuning and Channel Memory Management

How to perform auto tuning to store channels and optionally manage them in memory.

Setting Up Your TV: Automatic Channel Programming

Automatic Channel Programming Process

Steps to configure input source and initiate automatic channel scanning.

Setting Up Your TV: Manual Tuning and Channel Skip

Manual Channel Tuning

How to manually tune channels if auto tuning is insufficient or changes occur.

Setting Channel Skip

How to skip specific channels to prevent them from being viewed.

Setting Up Your TV: Channel Options and AV Input Mode

Channel Options and AV Input Mode Settings

Managing channel options like skipping and setting the AV input mode.

Setting Up Your TV: HDMI Audio Mode

Setting HDMI Audio Mode

Configuring audio mode for HDMI inputs (HDMI or PC audio).

Setting Up Your TV: Time Zone, System Status, and Factory Defaults

Time Zone, System Status, and Factory Defaults

Configuring time zone, viewing system status, and resetting TV to factory defaults.

Chapter 6: Setting Up Your TV

Selecting Video Input Source

How to choose the active video input source for viewing content.

Setting Up Your TV: Input Selection Screen

Input Selection Screen Navigation

Navigating the input selection screen and handling HDMI CEC device pop-ups.

Setting Up Your TV: Labeling Video Input Sources

Labeling Video Input Sources

Customizing names for video input sources for easier identification.

Setting Up Your TV: Channel Browser Navigation

Channel Browser Navigation and Setup

Using the Channel Browser to navigate and select channels and inputs.

Setting Up Your TV: Favorites Browser Setup

Favorites Browser Setup and Navigation

Setting up a list of favorite channels and inputs for quick access.

Setting Up Your TV: Channel Browser Elements

Channel Browser Elements Explained

Explanation of the different components displayed in the Channel Browser.

Setting Up Your TV: Tuning via Channel Browser Modes

Tuning in Browse and Select Modes

How to tune channels using the Channel Browser in Browse or Select modes.

Setting Up Your TV: History List and Channel Tuning

History List Management and Channel Tuning

Adding/clearing channels from History List and tuning channels.

Setting Up Your TV: Channel Switching Features

Channel Return and SurfLock Features

Quickly switching between channels using Channel Return and SurfLockâ„¢.

Setting Up Your TV: Selecting the Picture Size

Selecting the Picture Size Options

Choosing from various picture sizes like Full, TheaterWide, Native, etc.

Setting Up Your TV: Picture Size Options

Picture Size: Full and TheaterWide 1;2

Explains Full, TheaterWide 1, and TheaterWide 2 picture size settings.

Setting Up Your TV: More Picture Size Options

Picture Size: TheaterWide 3 and Native

Explains TheaterWide 3 for subtitles and Native mode for HD sources.

Setting Up Your TV: Additional Picture Size Options

Picture Size: 4:3, Normal, Dot by Dot

Details on 4:3, Normal, and Dot by Dot picture size settings.

Setting Up Your TV: Picture Adjustment Features

Scrolling TheaterWide Picture

Adjusting the vertical position of TheaterWide 2 and 3 picture modes.

Using Auto Aspect Feature

Automatically selecting picture size based on input source.

Setting Up Your TV: Picture Enhancement Features

Using 4:3 Stretch and Freeze Features

Displaying 4:3 programs full-screen and freezing the picture.

Setting Up Your TV: Selecting Picture Mode

Selecting Picture Mode for Viewing

Choosing picture modes like Dynamic, Standard, Movie, Game, PC for optimal viewing.

Setting Up Your TV: Adjusting Picture Quality

Adjusting Picture Quality Settings

Fine-tuning picture settings like Backlight, Contrast, Brightness, Color, Tint, and Sharpness.

Setting Up Your TV: Using Closed Captions

Using Closed Captions (Captions or Text)

Enabling and configuring closed captions for dialogue and information display.

Setting Up Your TV: Digital Closed Caption Settings

Digital Closed Caption Settings Customization

Customizing closed caption display characteristics like color, opacity, and text size.

Setting Up Your TV: Audio Adjustment and Muting

Adjusting Audio and Muting Sound

Adjusting audio levels, muting sound, and controlling mute modes.

Setting Up Your TV: Digital Audio Selection and SAP Broadcasts

Digital Audio Selection and Stereo;SAP Broadcasts

Switching audio tracks and utilizing MTS for stereo or SAP sound.

Setting Up Your TV: Adjusting Audio Quality

Adjusting Audio Quality (Bass, Treble, Balance)

Adjusting bass, treble, and balance for preferred audio quality.

Setting Up Your TV: Audyssey Technologies and Volume Control

Audyssey Technologies and Stable Sound

Explains Audyssey EQ, ABX, and Stable Sound features for enhanced audio.

Selecting Optical Audio Output Format

Choosing between PCM or Auto for optical audio output.

Setting Up Your TV: PIN Code and Dynamic Range Control

Dolby Digital Dynamic Range Control

Compressing Dolby Digital dynamic range for consistent volume across broadcasts.

Selecting and Managing PIN Code

Setting, forgetting, and changing a PIN code for menu access.

Setting Up Your TV: Parental Controls and Program Blocking

Using Parental Controls (USA Region)

Setting up parental controls and blocking programs based on V-Chip ratings.

Setting Up Your TV: Additional Rating System

Downloading Additional Rating System

Option to download and use an additional rating system for program blocking.

Setting Up Your TV: Broadcast Rating System Explained

Broadcast Rating System Explained

Explains the TV-MA, TV-14, TV-PG, TV-G, TV-Y7, TV-Y rating systems.

Setting Up Your TV: Movie Ratings and Displaying Ratings

Movie Rating System Explained

Explains movie rating systems (X, NC-17, R, PG-13, PG, G).

Displaying Program Ratings

How to check the rating of the current program using the INFO button.

Setting Up Your TV: Input Lock and Program Unlocking

Unlocking Programs Temporarily

Temporarily unlocking programs that exceed rating limits using the PIN code.

Using the Input Lock Feature

Locking video inputs and channels to prevent unauthorized access.

Setting Up Your TV: Channel Locking and GameTimer

Locking Specific Channels

Locking individual channels so they can only be accessed with a PIN code.

Using the GameTimer

Setting a time limit for video games, after which input lock is activated.

Setting Up Your TV: Panel Lock Feature

Using the Panel Lock Feature

Locking the TV's control panel to prevent accidental setting changes.

Setting Up Your TV: Using the PC Settings Feature

Using PC Settings Feature for Image Adjustment

Adjusting PC image settings like position, clock phase, and sampling clock.

Setting Up Your TV: PC Settings and Audio Configuration

Adjusting PC Settings

Details on PC settings adjustments and their effects on picture quality.

Setting PC Audio Output

Configuring audio output for PC input (PC audio or no audio for HDMI).

Using the Media Player

Media Player Overview and Specifications

Introduction to Media Player with USB, and specifications for photo/music.

Using the Media Player: Auto Start and Opening the Player

Auto Start Function and Opening Methods

Enabling auto start and methods to open the Media Player.

Using the Media Player: Photo File View Modes

Photo File View Modes Explained

Overview of view modes for photos: multi view, single view, and slideshow.

Using the Media Player: Multi View and Single View

Multi View Photo Display

Viewing photos in a grid format using thumbnail data.

Single View Photo Display

Viewing photos individually and rotating them.

Using the Media Player: Slideshow and Music Playback

Slideshow Photo Playback

Watching photos in a slideshow format with playback controls.

Playing Music Files

Listening to music files, selecting lists, and controlling playback.

Using the Media Player: Playback Control and Sorting Files

Playback Control and Sorting Files

Controlling music playback and sorting photo/music files.

Using the Media Player: Sleep Timer

Setting the Sleep Timer

Setting the TV to turn off automatically after a specified time.

Setting Up Your TV: Power Down and HDMI CEC

No Signal Power Down Feature

TV automatically turning off when no signal is detected.

Using HDMI CEC Overview

Introduction to HDMI CEC feature for controlling connected devices.

Setting Up Your TV: HDMI CEC Playback Control

HDMI CEC Playback Device Control

Controlling playback devices (DVD player, etc.) using the TV remote via HDMI CEC.

Available Remote Control Key Functions

Lists remote control buttons used for HDMI CEC playback control.

Setting Up Your TV: HDMI CEC Menu and Receiver Controls

HDMI CEC Player Control Menu

Controlling connected HDMI CEC players through the TV's menu.

Volume and Mute Controls for Audio Receiver

Adjusting volume and muting sound of an Audio Receiver via TV remote.

Setting Up Your TV: Other HDMI CEC Functions

Other HDMI CEC Functions Explained

Features like TV Auto Power, Auto Standby, Amplifier Control, and Initial Speaker Setting.

Setting Up HDMI CEC Control

Enabling and configuring HDMI CEC control settings in the TV menu.

Setting Up Your TV: HDMI Settings and TV Status

HDMI RGB Range and Information Display

Selecting RGB range and displaying HDMI signal information.

Displaying TV Status Information

Checking TV status like current input, channel number, and signal strength.

Setting Up Your TV: Last Mode Memory Feature

Understanding Last Mode Memory Feature

TV automatically restoring the last used mode after power interruption.

Chapter 7: Using the TVs Advanced Features

Advanced Picture Settings Overview

Overview of advanced picture adjustments available.

ColorMaster and Base Color Adjustment

Adjusting standard colors and base colors for better picture quality.

Using the TVs Advanced Features: Color Temperature and Gamma

Color Temperature and Static Gamma Settings

Selecting preset color temperatures and adjusting black levels.

Brightness Sensor and DynaLight Features

Optimizing backlighting and enhancing dark areas in the video.

Using the TVs Advanced Features: Contrast, Cinema, and ClearScan

Dynamic Contrast, Cinema Mode, and ClearScan

Features for adjusting contrast, improving motion, and reducing video shaking.

Using the TVs Advanced Features: Noise Reduction and Edge Enhancer

Noise Reduction (MPEG NR and DNR)

Reducing visible interference and softening weak signals to improve picture clarity.

Edge Enhancer Feature

Adjusting levels for sharper picture settings.

Chapter 8: Troubleshooting

General Troubleshooting Steps

Initial steps before calling service, including unplugging and replugging the TV.

Troubleshooting Specific Issues

Solutions for common problems like black screen, unresponsive controls, or static discharge.

Troubleshooting: Picture Problems

Demo Pop-ups, Power Issues, and General Picture Problems

Resolving demo pop-ups, power issues, and common picture problems.

Picture Size and External Signal Issues

Addressing picture size changes and inability to view external signals or specific channels.

Troubleshooting: Picture Quality and Sound Problems

Picture Quality and Sync Issues

Solutions for noisy pictures, color issues, sync problems, and composite picture quality.

Sound Problem Troubleshooting

Troubleshooting no sound, muted sound, or incorrect audio issues.

Troubleshooting: Channel Tuning and Remote Control Problems

Channel Tuning Problems

Addressing issues with station reception, sound modes, and channel scanning.

Remote Control Problems

Troubleshooting remote control issues, including battery replacement and feature operation.

Troubleshooting: Caption, Rating, and HDMI CEC Issues

Closed Caption and Rating Blocking Issues

Resolving issues where captions do not appear or rating blocking is problematic.

HDMI CEC Operation Issues

Addressing issues with HDMI CEC functionality and connected devices.

Troubleshooting: HDMI and Media Player Problems

HDMI and Media Player Problem Resolution

Troubleshooting HDMI cable, legacy sources, and media player issues.

Appendix A: Specifications

Television System Standards and Channel Coverage

Details on NTSC, ATSC, Digital Cable standards and channel frequency ranges.

Appendix A: Specifications: Power and Audio

Power Source, Consumption, and Audio Power

Specifications for power source, maximum current, consumption, and audio power output.

Appendix A: Specifications: Speakers and Terminals

Speaker Type and Video;Audio Terminals

Specifications for speaker type and details on video/audio input terminals.

Appendix A: Specifications: Dimensions and Formats

HDMI, Digital Audio, PC Input, Dimensions, and Weight

Specifications for HDMI input, audio output, PC input, dimensions, and weight.

Operating Conditions and Supplied Accessories

Environmental conditions for operation and list of included accessories.

Appendix A: Specifications: Signal Formats

Acceptable Signal Formats for PC IN and HDMI

Table showing acceptable signal formats (VGA, SVGA, XGA) for PC input.

Appendix A: Specifications: HDMI Signal Formats

HDMI Signal Formats Detailed

Detailed table of acceptable signal formats for HDMI inputs, including resolution and frequency.

Appendix B: License Agreement

Software License Information and EULAs

Details on software components, EULAs, and copyright notices.

License Agreement: Software Licenses and Exhibits

Pre-Installed Software EULA Information

Information regarding software components subject to EULAs and GPL/LGPL.

Exhibit A: JPEG Library License

License terms for the JPEG library used in the software.

License Agreement: Exhibits

Exhibit B: FreeType Project License

License terms for the FreeType Project software component.

License Agreement: Exhibit C

Exhibit C: Scalefactors License

License terms for the scalefactors software component (GNU GPL).

Toshiba 32L2300U Specifications

General IconGeneral
Screen Size32 inches
Resolution1366 x 768
Display TypeLED
Refresh Rate60 Hz
HDMI Ports2
USB Ports1
Display TechnologyLCD
Aspect Ratio16:9
Built-in Wi-FiNo
Smart TVNo

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