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  • Toshiba 46SL412U | User Manual - Page 1
    Owner's Manual Integrated High Definition LCD Television HIGH-DEFINITION TELEVISION 40SL412U 46SL412U 55SL412U 55S41U Foran overview of steps for setting up yournewTV, see page11. Note: To display a High Definition picture, the TV must be receiving a High Definition signal (such as an over-the-air
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    (OR BACK). NO USER-SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE. REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL. The lightning instructions for proper use of this product. • Don't allow children to climb on or play with furniture and television sets. • Don't place flat panel displays on furniture that can easily be used
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    outlet. 10) Protect the power cord from being walked on or pinched, particularly at plugs, convenience receptacles, and the point where they exit from the apparatus. 11) Only use attachments/accessories specified by the manufacturer. 12) Use only with the cart, stand, tripod, bracket, or table
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    Code). Antenna lead-in wire Ground clamp Antenna discharge unit (NEC Section 810-20) Electric service equipment Ground clamps Grounding conductors (NEC Section 810-21) Power service grounding electrode system (NEC Art 250 Part-H) 4 33) DANGER: RISK OF SERIOUS PERSONAL INJURY OR DEATH! • Use
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    injury. Refer all servicing not specified in this manual to a Toshiba Authorized Service Provider. 45) If you have the TV serviced: • Ask the service technician to use only replacement parts specified by the manufacturer. • Upon completion of service, ask the service technician to perform routine
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    be used when removing the pedestal stand to avoid damage to the LCD panel. 2) Remove the four screws shown in the below diagram. This will allow removal of the pedestal stand. 3) Once you have removed all four screws holding the pedestal stand in place, remove the pedestal stand from the TV. 40" TV
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    FCC Declaration of Conformity Compliance Statement (Part 15): Toshiba 40SL412U, 46SL412U, 55SL412U, and 55S41U Television models comply with Part 15 of the FCC rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) This device must
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    Interface are trademarks or registered trademarks of HDMI Licensing LLC in the United States and other countries. • MPEG Layer-3 audio coding technology licensed from Fraunhofer IIS and Thomson. • This production contains Bitstream Vera Sans fonts under the following copyright. Copyright © 2003
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    Contents Important Safety Instructions 3 Installation, Care, and Service 3 Chapter 1: Introduction 10 Features of your new TV 10 Overview of steps for installing, setting up, and using your new TV 11 TV front and side panel controls and connections 12 TV back panel connections 13 Chapter 2:
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    your new Toshiba widescreen, integrated HD, LCD TV: • Integrated digital tuning (8VSB ATSC and QAM) eliminates the need for a separate digital converter set-top box (in most cases). • 1080p output resolution. • Three HDMI® digital, high-definition multimedia interfaces 1080p input support ( page 17
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    Overview of steps for installing, setting up, and using your new TV Follow these steps to set up your TV and begin using its many exciting features. 1 Carefully read the important safety, installation, care, and service information. Keep this manual for future reference. 2 Observe the following when
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    controls and connections Models 40SL412U, 46SL412U, 55SL412U, and 55S41U are used in this manual for illustration purposes. Left side panel TV front TV top INPUT MENU CH VOL 3 2 1 1無 Remote sensor - Point the remote control toward this remote sensor ( "Remote control effective range
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    of cable types and connections, see pages 13-19. 1 TV back Power Cord 76 5 2 2 3 4 8 1無 PC IN - For use when connecting a personal computer. 2無 HDMI® IN - High-Definition Multimedia Interface input receives digital audio and uncompressed digital video from an HDMI device or uncompressed digital
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    left (or mono) audio. Component video cables (red/green/blue) Component video cables come in sets of three and are for use with video devices with component video output. (ColorStream® is Toshiba's brand of component video.) These cables are typically color-coded red, green, and blue. Separate
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    box output is set to). Use the Cable box controls to change channels. To view the VCR: Turn ON the VCR. Select the VIDEO video input source on the TV.* To view the camcorder video: Select the VIDEO video input source on the TV.* ** To select the video input source, press remote control ( page 22
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    on the TV. The ColorStream HD terminal can be used with Progressive (480p, 720p) and Interlaced (480i, 1080i) scan systems. A 1080i signal will provide the best picture performance (1080p is not supported). −− If your DVD player or satellite receiver does not have component video, connect a standard
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    required (see illustration). −− See "Setting the HDMI ® audio mode" ( page 27). TV back panel Side panel HDMI device 8 To view the HDMI device video: Select the HDMI 1, HDMI 2 or HDMI 3 video input source on the TV.* ** To select the video input source, press remote control ( page 22). on
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    . • The REGZA-LINK® feature uses the CEC technology as regulated by the HDMI standard. • This feature is limited to models incorporating Toshiba's REGZA-LINK®. However, Toshiba is not liable for those operations. Refer to the individual instruction manuals for compatibility information. Note: This
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    Chapter 2: Connecting your TV Connecting a digital audio system The TV's DIGITAL AUDIO OUT terminal outputs a Dolby® * Digital or 2-channel down-mixed PCM (Pulse-Code Modulation) signal for use with an external Dolby® Digital decoder or other external audio system with optical audio input.
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    the PC IN or HDMI connection, you can watch your computer's display on the TV and hear the sound from the TV's speakers. To connect a PC to the PC IN terminal on the TV: When connecting a PC to the PC IN terminal on the TV, use an analog RGB (15-pin) computer cable and a PC audio cable
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    ones. •• When necessary to replace batteries in the remote control, always replace both batteries with new ones. Never mix battery types or new and used batteries. •• Always remove batteries from the remote control if they are dead or if the remote control is not to be used for an extended period of
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    3: Using the remote control Learning about the remote control Only the buttons used for operating the TV are described here. Note: The error message "NOT AVAILABLE" may appear if you press a key for a function that is not available. 1無 POWER turns the TV on and off. When the TV is on, the green LED
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    / Video / Video+  Off / On  Off / 30 min / 60 min / 90 min / 120 min  [Opens the New PIN Code entry screen]  [Opens the Installation menu ( page 28)]  Enable REGZA-LINK / TV Auto Input Switch / TV Auto Power / Device Auto Standby / Speaker Preference  [00:00~12:00]  [Opens the PC Settings
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    / Pacific / Mountain / Central  [Opens the Signal Meter menu]  [Opens the System Information screen] Navigating the menu system You can use the buttons on the remote control or TV control panel to access and navigate your TV's onscreen menu system. • Press to open the menu system. Note: The menu
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    or u and press . 3無 Next, the Location setting window will appear. For normal home use, press t or u to select Home and press . 4無 Next, ANT/CABLE In setup window will appear. Press t or u to select the input source (Cable or Antenna) for the ANT/CABLE input on the TV. 5無 If you select Antenna, the
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    channel programming process will erase channels that were previously programmed into the TV's memory. •• To tune the TV to a channel not programmed in the channel memory, you must use the Channel Number buttons on the remote control. •• Programming channels when the ANT/CABLE input is configured for
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    appear. Digital Channel Is Encrypted - Press 1 on remote to remove channel Press while the message is on the screen to remove the unnecessary channel from the channel list. Setting the HDMI® audio mode To set the HDMI audio mode: 1無 Press and open the Sound menu. 2無 Highlight Audio Setup and press
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    5無 Highlight Yes and press . 6無 (If PIN code has been set, enter your PIN code. Press t or u to select Done and press .) A warning message will appear, select Yes and press , the TV will turn off automatically after a few seconds. After the TV turns off, unplug the TV power cord and then plug it in
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    the input; or c) Repeatedly press on the remote control or TV control panel to change the input. The current signal source displays in the top right corner of the Input Selection screen. 3 6 Note: ••You can label the video input sources according to the specific devices you have connected to the
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    Chapter 6: Using the TV's features Input labeling example: The screen below left shows the default Input Selection screen (with none of the inputs labeled as a specific device). The screen below right is an example of how you could label the inputs if you connected a VCR to Video, a DTV set-top box
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    the numeric buttons on the remote control. • All channels that are tuned using or on the remote control. Note: Whenever an item is selected that cannot be tuned (for various reasons), the TV will automatically tune to the previously viewed channel or input. Clearing channels from the History List
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    can be tuned normally Digital channels will have priority when manually entering a channel number using the Channel Number (0-9) on the remote control, analog channels can still be tuned by / , if available Only digital channels can be tuned To set the Channel Tuning Mode: 1無 From the Setup menu
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    the picture size that displays the current program the way that looks best to you. You can save separate picture size preferences for each input on your TV. To select the picture size using the remote control: 1無 Press on the remote control. 2無 While the Picture Size menu is open, you can do one
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    Using the TV video to display the entire picture within the borders of the screen (i.e. no overscanning). • This is especially useful for external HD sources such as DVHS movies, or PC graphics. Note: ••This mode is supported only for HDMI (1080p display with sidebars and/or bars at the top and bottom
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    aspect ratio feature is set to On, the TV will automatically select the picture size when one of the following input sources is received: • A 480i, 480p, 720p, 1080i digital signal from the ANT/CABLE input • A 480i signal from the VIDEO/ColorStream HD input • A 480i, 480p, 720p, 1080i, 1080p, or
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    to 0. (Settings are stored in memory.) Using the closed caption mode Base closed captions The closed caption mode has two options: • Captions-An on-screen display of the dialogue, narration, and sound effects of TV programs and videos that are closed captioned (usually marked "CC" in program guides
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    Chapter 6: Using the TV's features Note: If the program or video you selected is not closed captioned, no captions will display on-screen. • To view text: Highlight T1, T2, T3, or T4. Note: If text is not available in your area, a black rectangle may appear on screen. If this happens, set the Base
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    Using the TV's features Adjusting the audio Muting the sound Press on the remote control to partially reduce (1/2 MUTE) or turn off (MUTE) the sound. Each time you press , the mute mode will change in the following order: 1/2 Mute Mute Volume If the closed caption mode is set the screen but
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    again and press . When the correct PIN code is entered, the Locks menu opens. Note: PIN code can not be set to "0000". If you cannot remember your PIN code While the PIN code entering screen is displayed, press four times within five seconds. The PIN code will be cleared and you can enter a new PIN
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    is now active. Note: PIN code can not be set to "0000". Blocking TV programs and movies by rating (V-Chip) Some TV programs and movies include signals that classify the content of the program (as unsuitable for younger viewers). The V-Chip feature in this TV detects the signals and blocks the
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    on the remote control. If it is rated "None" the word "NONE" appears in the screen (as shown below right). If rating information is not provided, no rating will appear in the screen. Blocking TV programs by Canada rating 1無 Press and highlight the Locks menu icon. 2無 Press  to display the PIN code
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    You can use the GameTimer to set a time limit for playing a video game (30-120 minutes). When the GameTimer expires, the TV enters Input Lock mode and locks out the input source for the video game device. To set the GameTimer®: 1無 From the Locks menu, press  to display the PIN code entering screen
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    your settings from being changed accidentally (by children, for example). When the panel lock is On, none of the controls on the TV control panel will operate except POWER. To lock the panel: 1無 Press and highlight the Locks menu icon. 2無 Press  to display the PIN code entering screen. 3無 Enter
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    the Media Player. ••USB device: USB Mass Storage Class device (MSC) ••Support is not guaranteed for all devices. ••Connect the USB device directly to the TV. ••Do not use a USB Hub. ••You must obtain any required permission from copyright owners to use copyrighted content. Toshiba cannot and does
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    Press  or  to select either Interval Time or Repeat. 3無 Press or  to adjust the setting and press . To close the Photo Viewer 1無 Press . The television will return to the last viewed channel or external input. Playing music files You can listen to music from a list of available files. Date
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    Chapter 6: Using the TV's features Note: ••If playback finishes before is pressed, , press • To locate a specific file, press or • To adjust volume , press / . . repeatedly. Note: During playback, you can adjust the SOUND menu functions from the QUICK menu. To set the repeat mode: 1無 Press
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    remote control: Press on the remote control to set the length of time until the TV turns off. Repeatedly press to increase the time in 10-minute increments, or press  or  to increase or decrease the time in 10-minute increments, to a maximum of 12 hours. To set the sleep timer using the on-screen
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    REGZA-LINK® This is a new feature that uses CEC technology and allows you to control Toshiba REGZA-LINK® compatible devices from the TV remote via HDMI connection ( page 18). When the Enable REGZA-LINK® in the REGZA-LINK® setup menu ( page 49) is set to On, the following REGZA-LINK® functions
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    features VOLUME and MUTE controls of Audio Receiver With your TV's remote control, you can adjust or mute the sound volume of the Audio Receiver. • adjust the volume level. • turns off the sound. Note: ••To use this function: −− Set Speaker Preference to Audio Receiver in the REGZA-LINK Setup
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    6: Using the TV's features To close the screen: Press again. To display TV status information using INFO: Press on the remote control. power is lost while you are viewing the TV, the Last Mode Memory feature automatically turns on the TV when power is restored. Note: If you will be away from the TV
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    Chapter 7: Using the TV's advanced features Using the advanced picture settings features Using Dynamic Contrast Dynamic Contrast detects changes in picture quality that affect the appearance of your contrast settings and then automatically adjusts the video. To select Dynamic Contrast preference:
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    will be grayed out and set to Off automatically. •• When slow motion video is present the units will treat any scrolling text as Film and may cause a slight jitter of the scrolling text. Tuning Off the Film Stabilization feature will correct this issue. Using CableClear® digital noise reduction The
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    To save the new settings, highlight Done and press . To revert to the factory defaults, highlight Reset and press . Using the Game Mode feature You can use the Game Mode feature for shorter frame delays when playing a video game requiring split-second timing between the on-screen display and input
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    in, and then press Power / . •• The remote control batteries may be dead. Replace the batteries or try the control panel buttons. Picture problems General picture problems •• Check the antenna/cable connections ( Chapter 2). •• Press on the remote control or TV and select a valid video input source
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    mode may be on. Set the MTS feature to Stereo mode ( page 38). Remote control problems •• Remove all obstructions between the remote control and the TV. •• The remote control batteries may be dead. Replace the batteries ( page 21). •• If the TV still does not act as expected, use the Reset Factory
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    46SL412U: 1.1 A 55SL412U/55S41U: 1.2 A Power Consumption 40SL412U / 46SL412U: 0.6W in standby mode 55SL412U / 55S41U: 0.6W in standby mode Audio Power: 40SL412U / 46SL412U / 55SL412U / 55S41U: 7 W + 7 W Speaker Type: 40SL412U / 46SL412U / 55SL412U: TWO 5-5/8 x 1 x 5/8 inches(124 x 25 x 16mm) 55S41U
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    250MHz 148.500MHz • Some illustrations in this owner's manual are for explanation purposes and may differ from the actual unit. • Designs and specifications are subject to change without notice. • These models may not be compatible with features and/or specifications that may be added in the future
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    . How to Obtain Warranty Service After following all of the operating instructions in the Owner's manual, review the section entitled "Concierge" located on our Customer Support Web site at http://support.toshiba.com. If you find that service is needed, follow the instructions provided on the web
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    to service the Television; b. Replacement of missing, discarded or lost parts, the provision of retrofits, or preventive maintenance; c. Repair of damage that is cosmetic only or does not affect the Television functionality, such as wear and tear, scratches and dents; d. Service on Toshiba-branded
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    or removed; i. Damage to the Television caused by failure to follow the specifications, User manuals or guides as to usage and/or storage. j. Firmware updates that are posted to the Toshiba Support website and can be performed by the end user via a USB stick. Disclaimer and Limitation of Remedy
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    or sale of, the Television, on the other hand, the provisions of this limited warranty shall prevail. How to Obtain Warranty Services If, after following all of the operating instructions in this manual, checked the "Troubleshooting" section, and have visited www.toshiba.ca/support for additional
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    : 9740 IRVINE BLVD.; IRVINE, CA 92618 U.S.A. Visual Products Service and Support : 1420-B TOSHIBA DRIVE, LEBANON, TN 37087, U.S.A. TOSHIBA OF CANADA LTD. HEAD OFFICE: 191 McNABB STREET, MARKHAM, ONTARIO, L3R 8H2, CANADA CableClear, ColorStream, GameTimer, and TheaterWide are registered trademarks of
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For an overview of steps for setting up your new TV, see page11.
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.
© 2011 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:
Owner’s Manual
Integrated High Definition
LCD Television
40SL412U
46SL412U
55SL412U
55S41U
HIGH
-DEFINITION TELEVISION