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Toshiba 42XV540U User Manual

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HIGH-DEFINITION TELEVISION
42XV540U
46XV540U
52XV540U
Integrated High Definition
LCD Television
© 2008 TOSHIBA CORPORATION
All Rights Reserved
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.
Model number:
Serial number:
For an overview of steps for setting up your new TV, see page 9.
Note: To display a High Definition picture, the TV must be receiving a
High Definition signal (such as an over-the-air High Definition TV
broadcast, a High Definition digital cable program, or a High Definition
digital satellite program). For details, please contact your TV antenna
installer, cable provider, or satellite provider.
YC/M1
VX1A00098300
XV540U (E/F) Web 213:276
42XV540U_EN.book Page 1 Thursday, March 6, 2008 11:06 AM

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Toshiba 42XV540U Specifications

General IconGeneral
BrandToshiba
Model42XV540U
CategoryLCD TV
LanguageEnglish

Summary

Chapter 1: Introduction

Features of your new TV

Overview of the various features of the new Toshiba LCD TV.

Overview of steps for installing, setting up, and using your new TV

Guide to the initial setup process for the TV and its features.

TV front and side panel controls and connections

Details on the TV's physical controls and input/output ports on the front and sides.

TV back panel connections

Identification and explanation of the TV's rear input/output terminals.

Chapter 2: Connecting your TV

Overview of cable types

Description of various cables used for connecting audio and video devices.

About the connection illustrations

General notes on understanding connection diagrams in the manual.

Connecting a VCR (or a VCR with S-video) and antenna, Cable TV or Camcorder

Instructions for connecting VCRs, antennas, cable TV, and camcorders.

Connecting a DVD player with ColorStream® (component video), a VCR, and a satellite receiver

Guide for connecting DVD players, VCRs, and satellite receivers using component video.

Connecting an HDMI™ or DVI device to the HDMI input

Instructions for connecting devices via HDMI or DVI for digital audio and video.

REGZA-LINK connection

Setting up connections for controlling compatible audio/video devices via REGZA-LINK.

Connecting a digital audio system

How to connect an external Dolby Digital decoder or audio system.

Connecting an audio system

Connecting an external analog audio amplifier for sound adjustment.

Connecting a personal computer (PC)

Guide for connecting a PC to the TV via PC IN or HDMI terminals.

Chapter 3: Using the remote control

Preparing the remote control for use

Information on how the remote control operates the TV and other devices.

Installing the remote control batteries

Instructions for installing batteries in the remote control.

Learning about the remote control

Explanation of the functions of various buttons on the TV remote control.

Remote Control functional key chart

A chart detailing the function of each remote control key for different device modes.

Using the remote control to operate your other devices

How to program the remote to control non-Toshiba or other brand devices.

Programming the remote control to operate your other devices

Step-by-step guide for setting up device codes for the remote.

Searching and sampling the code of a device (8500)

Method to find the correct device code by cycling through available codes.

Using the volume lock feature (8000)

How to lock remote control volume keys to a specific device mode.

Multi-brand remote control device codes

Lists of device codes for various brands of TVs, cable boxes, and satellite receivers.

Chapter 4: Menu layout and navigation

Main menu layout

Overview of the primary menu structure and its sections.

Setup/Installation menu layout

Structure of the Setup and Installation menus.

THINC™ menu

Accessing and navigating the THINC menu features.

Navigating the menu system

How to use remote control buttons to navigate on-screen menus.

Chapter 5: Setting up your TV

Setting the Demo Mode

How to enable or disable the TV's product demonstration mode.

Selecting the menu language

Changing the on-screen display language for menus and messages.

Configuring the input source for the ANT/CABLE terminal

Setting the TV to receive signals from antenna or cable input.

Programming channels into the TV's channel memory

Guide to automatically scanning and storing available TV channels.

Manually adding and deleting channels in the channel memory

How to add, delete, or remove channels from the TV's memory.

Setting the Auto Input feature

Enabling automatic input switching using MODE SELECT buttons.

Labeling channels

Assigning custom labels or logos to channels for easier identification.

Setting the HDMI™ audio mode

Configuring audio output settings for HDMI inputs.

Viewing the digital signal meter

Displaying signal strength for digital TV channels.

Setting the time zone

Adjusting the TV's time zone and daylight saving settings.

Viewing the system status

Checking system information, software version, and factory defaults.

Selecting the Power-On Mode

Choosing between Power-Saving and Fast mode for TV startup.

Selecting the Demo Mode

Setting the TV's demo mode to On or Off for demonstration purposes.

Chapter 6: Using the TV's features

Selecting the video input source to view

How to switch between different connected video sources.

Labeling the video input sources

Customizing labels for video input sources for easier identification.

Tuning channels

Methods for tuning channels, including using the Channel Browser.

Tuning channels using the Channel Browser™

Navigating channels and inputs using the Channel Browser interface.

To set up the Channel Browser™

Configuring settings for the Channel Browser, such as History List and Favorites.

Adding and clearing channels and inputs in the History List

Managing channels and inputs within the Channel Browser's History List.

Setting the Channel Tuning Mode

Defining how analog and digital channels are tuned in Antenna mode.

Switching between two channels using Channel Return

Quickly switching between the last two tuned channels.

Switching between two channels using SurfLock™

Memorizing a channel to return to quickly via the CH RTN button.

Selecting the picture size

Adjusting the TV screen aspect ratio for optimal viewing.

Scrolling the TheaterWide® picture (TheaterWide 2 and 3 only)

Adjusting the picture position for specific TheaterWide modes.

Using the auto aspect ratio feature

Automatically selecting picture size based on the input signal.

Using the FREEZE feature

Pausing the current video image on screen.

Selecting the picture mode

Choosing preset picture settings like Sports, Standard, Movie, or PC.

Adjusting the picture

Fine-tuning picture quality settings like Contrast, Brightness, Color, etc.

Using the TheaterLock™ feature

Locking picture settings to prevent accidental changes.

Base closed captions

Enabling or disabling closed caption display for programs.

Digital CC Settings

Customizing the appearance of digital closed captions.

CC Selector

Temporarily overriding default analog caption modes.

Using the Closed Caption button on the remote control

How the CC button interacts with caption and audio selection.

Adjusting the audio

General audio adjustments including muting and volume control.

Using the digital audio selector

Switching between different audio tracks on digital channels.

Selecting stereo/SAP broadcasts

Setting the TV to output stereo sound or second audio program (SAP).

Adjusting the audio quality

Fine-tuning bass, treble, and balance for audio output.

Using the StableSound® feature

Limiting maximum volume levels to prevent sudden changes.

Selecting the optical audio output format

Choosing the audio output format for the digital audio out terminal.

Using the Dolby® Digital Dynamic Range Control feature

Compressing ATSC dynamic range for consistent audio levels.

Using the Locks menu

Accessing parental controls and security features.

Entering the PIN code

How to enter the PIN code to access locked features.

Changing your PIN code

How to change the existing PIN code for the Locks menu.

Blocking TV programs and movies by rating (V-Chip)

Setting parental controls to block programs based on ratings.

Downloading an additional rating system for blocking TV programs and movies

Ability to download and use alternative rating systems for content blocking.

Blocking channels

Preventing access to specific TV channels.

Unlocking programs temporarily

How to temporarily bypass program lock mode.

Using the input lock feature

Locking specific video input sources or channels to prevent unauthorized access.

Using the GameTimer®

Setting a time limit for video game play that engages input lock.

Using the control panel lock feature

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

Using the PC settings feature

Adjusting image settings for PC input for optimal display.

Setting the PC Audio

Configuring audio output for PC input.

Setting the sleep timer

Scheduling the TV to turn off automatically after a set time.

Using REGZA-LINK

Controlling compatible devices via HDMI connection using the TV remote.

REGZA-LINK playback device (HD DVD player, etc.) control

Operating connected REGZA-LINK playback devices.

VOLUME and MUTE controls of Audio Receiver

Adjusting volume and mute for an audio receiver connected to the TV.

Other REGZA-LINK functions

Enabling TV auto input switch, auto power, and device standby via REGZA-LINK.

Chapter 7: Using the TV's advanced features

Using the advanced picture settings features

Accessing advanced picture adjustments beyond basic modes.

Using dynamic contrast

Automatically adjusting contrast based on picture content.

Using the static gamma feature

Adjusting levels of black in the picture for better detail.

Selecting the color temperature

Adjusting the picture's color tone using preset options.

Selecting the cinema mode (480i and 1080i signals)

Optimizing motion for DVD playback by setting Cinema Mode.

Using the ClearFrame™ feature

Reducing motion blur by doubling the frame rate to 120Hz.

Using the Film Stabilization feature

Reducing video shaking for smoother motion in Cinema Mode.

Using CableClear® digital noise reduction

Reducing visible interference and noise in the TV picture.

Using MPEG noise reduction

Reducing interference caused by MPEG video compression.

Using the ColorMaster™ feature

Fine-tuning standard colors, including Hue, Saturation, and Brightness.

Using Color Palette Adjustment

Adjusting specific base colors within the ColorMaster feature.

Using x.v.Color Selection feature

Expanding the acceptable color range for wider color signals.

Using the Game Mode feature

Reducing input lag for better gaming performance.

Using the advanced audio settings features

Accessing settings for surround sound effects.

Using the surround sound features

Enhancing audio with Stereo Extension, Voice Enhancement, and Dynamic Bass Boost.

Chapter 8: Troubleshooting

General troubleshooting

Common issues and solutions before contacting service.

Black box on-screen

Troubleshooting a black screen border potentially caused by closed captions.

TV stops responding to controls

How to reset the TV when controls are unresponsive.

Other problems

General advice for problems not covered, including factory reset.

TV will not turn on

Steps to take if the TV fails to power on.

Picture problems

Solutions for general picture quality issues.

Noisy picture

Addressing picture interference using CableClear or DNR feature.

Video Input Selection problems

Troubleshooting issues with the video input selection screen.

Cannot view external signals or channel 3 or 4

Ensuring input lock is off to view external devices or specific channels.

Poor color or no color

Solutions for missing or incorrect color display.

Poor composite or S-video picture

Improving picture quality for composite and S-video connections.

Picture and sound are out of sync

Addressing lip-sync issues and potential causes.

LED indications

Explaining the meaning of the TV's front panel LED status lights.

Sound problems

Troubleshooting issues related to audio output, muting, and SAP.

Remote control problems

Solutions for issues with the remote control's functionality.

Channel tuning problems

Troubleshooting problems related to channel scanning and memory.

Closed caption problems

Solutions for issues with closed caption display.

Rating blocking (V-Chip) problems

Resolving issues related to V-Chip parental controls and PIN codes.

No REGZA-LINK operation

Troubleshooting problems with REGZA-LINK device connectivity.

HDMI problems

Addressing issues with HDMI cables and Deep Color functionality.

Chapter 9: Appendix

Specifications

Technical specifications of the LCD television model.

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