Panasonic TX-26LXD8A User manual

Web Site: http://panasonic.net/ ¤Panasonic Corporation 2008
Customer’s Record The model number and serial number of this product may be found on its rear panel. You should note this serial number in the space provided below and retain this book, plus your purchase receipt, as a permanent record of your purchase to aid in identification in the event of theft or loss, and for Warranty Service purposes. Model Number Serial Number
TQB0A0225
Printed in China
Model No. TX-26LXD8A
Operating Instructions
LCD TV
Please read these instructions before operating your set and retain them for future reference. The images shown in this manual are for illustrative purposes only.
English

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Viewing Advanced FAQs, etc.Quick Start Guide
Turn your own living room into a movie theatre! Experience an amazing level of multi- media excitement
Enjoy rich multi-media
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VCR DVD player
DVD Recorder
Personal
computer
Set top box
Contents
•Safety Precautions ······································ 4
(Warning / Important Installation Notices)
Be Sure to Read Advanced Features •How to Use Menu Functions····················· 18
(picture, sound quality, etc.)
•DVB Settings (DVB)·································· 22 •Editing Programmes ································· 24 •Tuning Programmes·································· 26 •Restore Settings ······································ 28
•Input Labels ·············································· 29 •Displaying PC Screen on TV····················· 30 •HDMI Functions ········································ 31 •Viewing from SD Card (Photos)················ 32 •VIERA Link “HDAVI ControlTM”··················· 34 •External Equipment··································· 38
Basic Features
•Watching TV·············································· 10 •Using TV Guide········································· 13
•Watching Videos and DVDs······················ 14 •Viewing Teletext ········································ 16
Enjoy your TV! •Technical Information ································ 40 •FAQs ························································· 43
•Maintenance ············································· 45 •Licence······················································ 45 •Specifications ············································ 46 •WARRANTY·············································· 47
FAQs, etc.
Accessories / Options·········· 6 Basic Connection ··················· 7 Identifying Controls ··············· 8 Auto Tuning······························· 9
Quick Start Guide
Receive digital terrestrial services using an integrated (Digital Video Broadcasting) tuner
Sharp pictures with HDMI terminal Create home theatre and DVD recorder link-ups with “VIERA Link” without complicated settings!
Trade Mark of the DVB Digital Video Broadcasting Project (1991 to 1996) TX-26LXD8A Declaration of Conformity No 5655, 15 May 2008
SD memory card

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Safety Precautions
If you find any
abnormality, remove the mains plug immediately!
AC 220-240 V 50 / 60 Hz
Warning
Handling the mains plug and lead
Insert the mains plug fully into the socket outlet. (If the mains plug is loose, it could generate heat and cause fire.) Ensure that the mains plug is easily accessible. Do not touch the mains plug with a wet hand. (This may cause electrical shock.) Do not damage the mains lead. (A damaged lead may cause fire or electrical shock.)
Do not move the TV with the lead plugged in the socket outlet. Do not place a heavy object on the lead or place the lead near a high-temperature object. Do not twist the lead, bend it excessively, or stretch it. Do not pull on the lead. Hold onto the mains plug body when disconnecting lead. Do not use a damaged mains plug or socket outlet.
Keep liquids away from the TV
To prevent damage which may result in fire or shock hazard,
do not expose this appliance to dripping or splashing.
Do not place containers with water (flower vase,
cups, cosmetics, etc.) above the TV. (including on shelves above, etc.)
Do not remove covers NEVER modify the TV yourself (High-voltage components may cause serious electrical shock.)
Have the TV checked, adjusted, or repaired at your
local Panasonic dealer.
Do not place foreign objects inside the TV
Do not let metal or flammable objects drop into the TV through the air vents (fire or electrical shock may result).
Do not expose to direct sunlight and other sources of heat
Avoid exposing the TV to direct sunlight and other sources of heat. To prevent fire never place any
type of candle or naked flame on top or near the TV.
Do not allow children to handle SD card
As with any small object, SD Cards can be swallowed by young children. Please remove SD Card immediately after use and store out of reach of children.
Do not place the TV on sloped or unstable surfaces
The TV may fall off or tip over.
Use only the dedicated stands / mounting equipment
Using an unauthorized stand or other fixtures may
make the TV shaky, risking injury. Be sure to ask your local Panasonic dealer to perform setup.
Use optional stands / mounts (p. 6).
Power source •This TV is designed to operate on 220-240 V,
50 / 60 Hz AC.
Important Installation Notices
ŶInstall TV on a stable surface
If a television is not positioned in a sufficiently stable location, it can be potentially hazardous due to falling.
Many injuries, particularly to children, can be avoided by taking simple precautions such as:
•Using cabinets or stands recommended by the manufacturer of the television. •Only using furniture that can safely support the television. •Ensuring the television is not overhanging the edge of the supporting furniture. •Not placing the television on tall furniture (for example, cupboards or bookcases) without anchoring both the
furniture and the television to a suitable support.
•Not standing the televisions on cloth or other materials placed between the television and supporting furniture. •Educating children about the dangers of climbing on furniture to reach the television or its controls.
ŶWhen cleaning the TV, remove the mains plug
•
Cleaning an energized TV may cause electrical shock.
Ŷ
When the TV is not going to be used for a long period of time, remove the mains plug
•This TV will still consume some power even in the Off mode, as long as the mains plug is still connected to a
live socket outlet.
ŶTransport only in upright position
ŶAllow sufficient space around the TV for radiated heat
•
When using the pedestal, keep the space between the bottom of the TV and the floor surface.
•In case of using Wall-hanging bracket, follow the manual of it.
ŶDo not block the rear air vents
•
Blocked ventilation by newspapers, table cloths, curtains, etc. may cause overheating, fire or electrical shock.
Ŷ
Do not expose your ears to excessive volume from the headphones
•Irreversible damage can be caused.
ŶAuto power standby function
•If no signal is received and no operation is performed in Analogue TV mode for 30 minutes,
the TV will automatically go to standby mode.
ŶKeep the TV away from these types of equipment
•Electronic equipment
In particular, do not place video equipment near the TV (electromagnetic interference may distort images / sound).
•Equipment with an infrared sensor
This TV also emits infrared rays (this may affect operation of other equipment).
10
10
10 10
(cm)
Minimum distance

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Quick Start Guide
TV
OK
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CH VOL
+
-
-
+
RF IN
RF OUT
AUDIO
OUT
VIDEO
OUT
Accessories / Options
•Basic Connection
•Accessories / Options
Installing remote’s batteries
Caution
•Incorrect installation may cause battery leakage and corrosion, resulting in damage to the remote control. •Do not mix old and new batteries. •Do not mix different battery types (such as alkaline and manganese batteries). •Do not use rechargeable (Ni-Cd) batteries. •Do not burn or breakup batteries.
Batteries must not be exposed to excessive heat such as sunshine, fire or the like.
Batteries for the Remote Control Transmitter (2)
•R6 (AA)
Remote Control Transmitter
•N2QAYB000228
Standard accessories Check that you have the accessories and items shown
Operating Instructions with Warranty statement
1Pull open
Hook
2
Note the correct polarity (+ or -)
Close
Basic Connection External equipment and cables shown are not supplied with this TV. Please ensure that the unit is disconnected from the mains socket before attaching or disconnecting any leads.
Note
•Do not put the RF cable close to the mains lead to avoid noise. •Do not place the RF cable under the TV. •To obtain optimum quality picture and sound, an Aerial, the correct cable (75 :coaxial) and the correct
terminating plug are required.
•If a communal Aerial system is used, you may require the correct connection cable and plug between the wall
Aerial socket and the TV.
•Your local Television Service Centre or dealer may be able to assist you in obtaining the correct Aerial system for
your particular area and the accessories required.
•Any matters regarding Aerial installation, upgrading of existing systems or accessories required, and the costs
incurred, are the responsibility of you, the Customer.
Example 1 Connecting aerial
Example 2 Connecting DVD Recorder / VCR
TV only TV, DVD Recorder or VCR
•If your recorder is not available for DVB p. 44
Mains lead Mains lead
DVD Recorder or VCR
RF cable
Aerial AerialRear of the TV Rear of the TV
RF cable RF cable
AC 220-240 V 50 / 60 Hz
AC 220-240 V 50 / 60 Hz
Optional accessories Wall-hanging bracket
TY-WK32LR2W
WARNING!
•Failure to use a Panasonic bracket or choosing to mount the unit
yourself will be done at the risk of the consumer.
Any damage resulting from not having a professional installer mount
your unit will void your warranty.
•Always be sure to ask a qualified technician to carry out set-up.
Incorrect fitting may cause equipment to fall, resulting in injury and
product damage.
•Do not mount the unit directly below ceiling lights (such as
spotlights, floodlights or halogen lights) which typically give off high heat. Doing so may warp or damage plastic cabinet parts.
How to remove the TV Stand
Remove four screws.
Rear of the TV
Please contact your nearest Panasonic dealer to purchase the recommended wall-hanging bracket. For additional details, please refer to the wall-hanging bracket installation manual.

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Quick Start Guide
INPUT
ASPECT
OPTION
DIRECT TV REC
VCR
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PROGRAMME
REC VCR DVD
TEXT F.P. INDEX HOLD
POWER
RETURN
EXIT
MENU
OK
Select State / Territory
Northern Territory
Queensland
Victoria
New South Wales / Australian Capital Territory
Tasmania
South Australia
Western Australia
Auto Tuning - Digital (DVB) and Analogue
This will take about 6 minutes.
2
RF Ch Service Name Type Quality
ABC TV Sydney DVB 10
3 SBS DIGITAL 1 DVB 10 4 FTV guide DVB 10 7 7 Digital DVB 10
CH 29 Analogue
-
CH 33
DVB: 4 Analogue: 2
Searching
Analogue
-
Digital (DVB) Tuning 6 69 Analogue Tuning 0 75
Select EXIT
Change RETURN
Mode Music Bass Treble Balance Headphone Volume Surround Off Volume Correction Speaker Distance to Wall
Over 30cm
MPX
Sound Menu 1/2
Stereo
12 16 16
Page up
Page down
TV
PROGRAMME
GUIDE
POWER
INPUT
RETURN
EXIT
MENU
OK
OPTION SD CARDASPECT
R G Y B
1 32 4 65 7 98
0
RECPOWER VCR DVD
TEXT STTL INDEX HOLD
CH VOL
INFO MUTE
AV4 IN
S
VIDEO
VIDEO
AUDIO
L
R
Please select your viewing environment.
Home Shop
•
“Home” is the recommended mode for viewing at home. Select “Home” for optimal picture / power consumption. “Shop” is for in-store display.
•If “Shop” is selected, the word “Shop” appears every time the TV is
switched on. (p. 10)
Home: “Viewing Mode” is set as “Normal”. (p. 20) Shop: “Viewing Mode” is set as “Dynamic”. (p. 20)
4Select the picture setting
•Auto Tuning
•Identifying Controls
Plug the TV into mains socket and switch On
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Auto Tuning
Search and store TV channels automatically. These steps are not necessary if the setup has been completed by your local dealer.
Auto Tuning is now complete and your TV is ready for viewing.
•You can now use the remote
control to turn On the TV or turn the TV to standby mode. (Power LED: On)
2
•To edit channels
Editing Programmes (p. 24)
•If tuning has failed
“Auto Tuning”
(
p. 27).
•
If you turned the TV Off during Standby mode last time, the TV will be in Standby mode when you turn the TV On with Mains power On / Off switch.
Select your state
3Start Auto Tuning
•Auto Tuning will start to search
for TV services and store them in the numbered order as specified by the broadcasters.
(example: Sound Menu)
On-screen operation guide will help you.
ŶON SCREEN HELP Instructions box
Many features available on this TV can be accessed via the On Screen Display menu.
ŶHow to use remote control
Using the On Screen Displays
select
select set
MENU
Open the main menu Move the cursor / select the menu Move the cursor / adjust levels / select from a range of options Access the menu / store settings after adjustments have been made or options have been set
RETURN
Return to the previous menu
EXIT
Exit the menu system and return to the normal viewing screen
Identifying Controls
Cursor buttons •Makes selections and adjustments
Standby On / Off switch
•Switches TV On or Off standby
Sound Mute
•Switches sound mute On or Off
Guide (p. 13)
•Displays TV Guide
Programme Up / Down
•Selects programme in sequence
Numeric buttons
•Changes programme and teletext pages •When in Standby mode, switches TV On
OK
•Confirms selections and choices •Press after selecting programme positions to
quickly change programme (DVB) (p. 10)
Volume Up / Down
Programme Information (p. 11)
•Displays programme information
Index (p. 17)
•Returns to the teletext index page
(teletext mode)
Coloured buttons
•Used for the selection, navigation and
operation of various functions
Return
•Returns to the previous menu
VCR / DVD Panasonic equipment operations (p. 15) Teletext (p. 16)
•Switches to teletext mode
VIERA Link Menu (p. 35)
•Press to access VIERA Link Menu directly
Main Menu (p. 18)
•Press to access VIERA Link, Picture,
Sound and Setup Menus
Option Menu (p. 11)
•Easy setting for viewing and sound
options
Aspect (p. 12)
•Changes aspect ratio from
Aspect Selection list
•Also possible by pressing this button
repeatedly until you reach the desired aspect
Subtitles (p. 10)
•Displays Subtitles
Input mode selection
•TV -
switches DVB / Analogue mode (p. 10)
•AV - switches to AV input mode from Input
Selection list (p. 14)
Exit
•Returns to the normal viewing screen
SD Card (p. 32)
•Switches to SD Card viewing mode
Hold
•Freeze / unfreeze picture (p. 10) •Holds the current teletext page (teletext
mode) (p. 17)
Changes the input mode
C.A.T.S. (Contrast Automatic Tracking System) sensor
•Senses brightness to adjust picture quality in “Eco” mode in
Picture Menu (p. 20)
Mains power On / Off switch
•Switch On to turn on the TV or turn the TV to
standby mode by the remote control
Increases or decreases the programme position by one. When a function is already displayed, press to increase or decrease the selected function. When in Standby mode, switches TV On.
Function select •Volume / Contrast / Brightness / Colour / Sharpness /
Tint (NTSC mode) / Bass / Treble / Balance / Auto Tuning (p. 26)
SD Card slot (p. 33)
Headphones jack (p. 38)
Power LED
•Standby: red
On: green
•When using the remote control, indicates the TV
has received a command.
Swing door to open
AV4 terminals (p. 38)
Remote control signal receiver

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Viewing
RETURN
DIRECT TV REC
PROGRAMME
REC VCR DVD
TEXT INDEX
G Y
TV
ASPECT
POWER
R B
OK
OPTION
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0
HOLD
EXIT
INPUT
STTL
GUIDE
MENU
CH VOL
INFO
1 TEN Digital
10:30 am
Coronation Street 9:00 am - 11:00 am
Now
Select FAVList
All DVB Services
Cartoon Nwk
All DVB Services
BBC Radio Wales BBC Radio Cymru BBC ONE Wales BBC THREE BBCi CBBC Channel
6 7 8
1 2 3 4
Select
Connect EXIT
RETURN
Page up
Page down
POWER
CH
1 32 4 65 7 98
0
Watching TV
•Watching TV
ŶSelect a programme using Information banner (p. 11)
Possible to confirm the programme name before selecting programmes.
Select a programme
up
Volume
3 2
Select DVB (Digital Video Broadcasting) or Analogue mode
Information banner appears whenever you select a programme •For details p. 11
Turn power on
•Mains power On / Off switch should be On. (p. 8) •If “Shop” is displayed on the top right of the screen,
reset settings in “Shipping Condition” (p. 28), and select “Home” in “Auto Tuning” (p. 9).
down
or
1
•Also possible to select the mode using the
TV button on the front panel of the TV. (p. 8)
•To select the two or three-digit
programme number, e.g. 39
39
(in a short time)
•
If one or two-digit programme number
quickly changes the programme
Display Information banner if it is not displayed
While the banner is displayed, select the programme
•Possible to set display
timeout in “Banner Display Timeout” (p. 21).
ŶSelect a programme using TV Guide (p. 13)
Possible to confirm the TV Guide (EPG) before selecting programmes.
Display TV Guide
GUIDE
HOLD
Freeze / unfreeze picture
Hold Display subtitles
STTL
Display / hide subtitles (if available)
ŶOther useful functions
Display the selectable settings for the current programme
OPTION
Check or change the current programme status instantly •To change MPX (Analogue mode)
Sound Menu (p. 20)
Volume Correction Adjusts volume of individual programme or input mode
Audio Selection (DVB mode)
Sound Menu (p. 20)
Allows you to select between alternative language for sound tracks (if available)
Note
•Also possible to change the settings in Menu list (p. 20 and p. 21).
select change
ŶOther useful functions
Display Information banner
Sound mute On
,
I
,
II
,
Audio mode (Analogue mode) (p. 41) Rating: Rating information (p. 40) Bad signal Poor TV signal quality Encrypted Scrambled programme
Subtitle service available Teletext service available Multiple audio available (DVB mode) 1 - 90 Off Timer remaining time •For settings see below
•To confirm another tuned
programme name
•To change the category
B
(To select a Fav List
if you have defined)
•Information on the next event (DVB mode)
•To watch the programme
listed in the banner
•To download new software to TV
R
“System Update Search Now” (p. 23)
•To hide
EXIT
•To set display timeout
“Banner Display Timeout” (p. 21)
•Extra information
INFO
(press again to hide the banner)
(DVB mode)
INFO
Display Information banner •Also appears when changing a programme
1 TEN Digital
10:30 am
Coronation Street
Rating: PG Bad Signal
45
9:00 am - 11:00 am
Now
All DVB Services
Software update
Select FAV List
Current time Category
ProgrammeEvent
Example:
DVB: Event Start / Finish time Analogue: Programme status
Features available / Message meanings
select programme watch
Select the programme
select programme watch
Note
•When the TV is switched
to standby, there will be a clicking sound after a short delay. This is normal.
•To select from the Programme List
select
programme
watch
•Channel changing is also possible when this function is active.
INFO
Off Timer
Main Menu
VIERA Link
Picture Sound Setup
1/2
DVB Favourites Edit DVB Service List Tuning Menu Off Timer Teletext TOP Shipping Condition System Update Input Labels Banner Display Timeout
3 seconds
Setup Menu
Off
MENU
Display the menu
Select “Setup”
access select
Select “Off Timer” and set the time
•To cancel Set to “Off” or turn the TV off. •To display the remaining time Information banner (above) •When the remaining time is within 3 minutes, the remaining time will flash on screen.
Turn the TV off automatically after a fixed period
set select

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Viewing
POWER
INPUT
RETURN
OPTIONASPECT
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CH VOL
MUTE
RECPOWER VCR DVD
TEXT STTL INDEX HOLD
PROGRAMME
MENU
TV
GUIDE
EXIT
OK
R G Y B
INFO
D 1 TEN Digital
3:00 am - 3:30 am 3:30 am - 4:00 am 4:00 am - 4:30 am 4:30 am - 5:00 am 5:00 am - 5:30 am 5:30 am - 6:00 am 6:00 am - 6:30 am
Eastender DIY SOS The Bill Red Cap Live junction POP 100 Rugby
D
2 ABC TV Sydney
D 4 FTV guideD 3 SBS DIGITAL D 7 7 Digital
View
Select programme
Select service
Info
Portrait/Landscape
RETURN Page down
+24 Hr Prog.Type Favourites
EXIT
All Types All Services
Wed 24.10.2007 3:07 am TV Guide
Portrait
Wed, 24.10.2007
Wed 24.10.2007 3:07 am TV Guide
Landscape All Types All Services
Wed, 24.10.2007
2:54 am - 3:24 am DIY SOS : We open in the Battersbys
TEN Digital Eastender DIY SOS The Bill Red Cap
3:00 amTime: 3:30 am 4:00 am 4:30 am 5:00 am
ABC TV Sydney
Hot Wars Horiday Program
SBS DIGITAL Emmerdal. Coronation Street The Bill
FTV guide 10 O’ clock News BBC Pepsi Char. Good bye NEWS
Hello News Japan Drama Live junction Sports
7 Digital Panorama Sex And The City Terminator
BBCi I’m A Celebrity Pop Idol News BBC Radi
1 2 3 4 7
105 719
D D D D D D DRugby 15 To 1 The Bill
View
Select service
Select programme
Info
Portrait/Landscape
RETURN
Page up
Page down
+24 Hr Prog.Type Favourites
EXIT
GUIDE
ŶTo the previous day
R
(DVB mode)
ŶTo the next day
G
(DVB mode)
ŶTo watch the programme
Select the event or programme now on the air
select
watch
ŶTo view details of the event (DVB mode)
Select the event
select
INFO
•Press again to return to
TV Guide.
ŶTo view a programme list of the
selected type (DVB mode)
Y
All Types Movie News Sport Entertainment Children’s Music .
. . . .
Prog. type
All Types
(Type list)
select
type
view
ŶTo view a programme list of the
selected favourites list
B
All Services Fav Li s t 1 Fav Li s t 2 All DVB Services All An a l o g u e Service s Fav Li s t 3 Fav Li s t 4
Favo u r i t e s
All Services
(Favourites list)
select a favourites list
view
Only Analogue TV programmes are listed
To list favourite programmes
p. 25
ŶOther useful functions
Watching TV Using TV Guide
Using TV Guide enables you to select programme easily, view event informations, etc. TV GuideʊElectronic Programme Guide (EPG) provides an on-screen listing of the programmes
currently broadcast and the future broadcasts over the next seven days (depending on the broadcasters).
•Analogue programmes will be listed after DVB programmes. “D” means DVB programme and “A” means
Analogue programme.
View TV Guide Each time pressed, the layout will be changed. (Landscape / Portrait)
ŶTo return to TV
EXIT
•Using TV Guide
•Watching TV
Note
•When this TV is turned on for the first time, or the TV is switched off for more than a week, it may take some time
before the TV Guide is completely shown.
Portrait (Displays by time)
TV Guide date Event
Landscape (Displays by service)
Current date and time
Example: Example:
Service
TV Guide time
Change aspect ratio
16:9 14:9
Directly displays the image at “16:9” without distortion (anamorphic).
Displays the image at the standard “14:9” without distortion.
Just 4:3
Displays a “4:3” image full-screen. Stretching is only noticeable at the left and right edges.
Displays the image at the standard “4:3” without distortion.
4:3 Full Zoom1
Displays a “4:3” image enlarged horizontally to fit
the screen.
•Only available in DVB
mode or HD signal
Displays a “16:9” letterbox or “4:3” image without distortion.
Zoom2 Zoom3
Displays a “16:9” letterbox (anamorphic) image full-screen without distortion.
Displays a “2.35:1” letterbox (anamorphic) image full-screen without distortion. At “16:9”, displays the image at its maximum (with slight enlargement).
Select
Change EXIT
RETURN
Aspect Selection
16:9 Just 14:9 4:3 Full 4:3 Zoom1 Zoom2 Zoom3
A
SPECT
Change the aspect ratio Enjoy viewing the picture at its optimum size and aspect.
Aspect Selection list
•To change the mode using the ASPECT button only
A
SPECT
(Press repeatedly until you reach the desired mode)
Display Aspect Selection list
A
SPECT
While the list is displayed, select the mode
Note
•Only “16:9” and “4:3 Full” are available in DVB mode. •Only “16:9” and “4:3” are available in PC mode. •Not available in teletext mode. •Aspect mode can be memorized separately for SD (Standard definition) and HD (High
definition) signals. (except DVB mode)
store
select

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15
Viewing
ASPECT
RETURN
EXIT
MENU
DIRECT TV REC
OPTION
TEXT F.P. INDEX HOLD
TV
PROGRAMME
INPUT
OK
1 32 4 65 7 98
0
REC VCR DVD
POWER
•Watching Videos and DVDs
Watching Videos and DVDs
1 2
Connect the external equipment (VCRs, DVD equipment, etc.) and you can watch the input. •To connect the equipment p. 7
The Remote Control is capable of operating some functions of selected Panasonic external equipment.
Select the input mode connected to the equipment
Note
•If the external equipment has an aspect adjustment function, set to “16:9”. •
For details, see the manual of the equipment or ask your local dealer.
ŶTo return to TV
Display the Input select menu Displays the selected mode •You can also select the input using the AV button on the remote
control or the side panel of the TV.
Press the button repeatedly until the desired input is selected.
•You can label or skip each input modes “Input Labels” (p. 29)
VCR DVD
VCR / DVD switch Select VCR to operate Panasonic VCR or DVD equipment Select DVD to operate Panasonic DVD equipment or Player home theatre
POWER
Standby Set to Standby mode / Turn on Play Playback videocassette / DVD Stop Stop the operations Rewind / Skip / Search VCR: Rewind, view the picture rapidly in reverse DVD: Skip to the previous track or title Press and hold to search backward Fast-forward / Skip / Search VCR: Fast-forward, view the picture rapidly forward DVD: Skip to the next track or title Press and hold to search forward Pause Pause / Resume DVD: Press and hold to play at slow speed
PROGRAMME
Programme Up / Down Select programme
REC
Record Start recording
Panasonic equipment connected to the TV can be directly operated with the remote control.
Input Selection
AV1 AV2 AV3 AV4 PC HDMI1 HDMI2 TV
3View Setting your remote control to operate Panasonic VCR, DVD, etc.
Set the VCR / DVD switch to the appropriate position
VCR DVD
Press and hold
POWER
during the following operations
Enter the appropriate code for the equipment to be controlled, see table below Press
“VCR” position
Equipment Code
VCR 10 (default) DVD 11
“DVD” position
Equipment Code
DVD 70 (default)
Player home theatre
71
Note
•Confirm if the remote control works correctly after changing the code. •The codes will be reset to default values if batteries are replaced. •“DVD” means DVD player, DVD recorders and Recorder home theatre. •Some operations may not be possible on some equipment models.
select watch
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Viewing
ASPECT
INPUT
RETURN
PROGRAMME
REC VCR DVD
OPTION
DIRECT TV REC
R G Y B
MENU
OK
1 32 4 65 7 98
0
TEXT STTL INDEX HOLD
EXIT
CH
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TEXT
RGY B
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CH
Viewing Teletext
Switch to Teletext
1
Select the page (up to page 899)
or or
ŶTo return to TV
TEXT
or
EXIT
(Corresponds to the colour bar)
•Displays Index
(content varies depending on the broadcasters)
•Viewing Teletext
Time / dateCurrent
page number
Sub page number
Colour bar
ŶTo adjust contrast
MENU
(Press three times)
As the blue bar is displayed
Reveal hidden data
MENU
R
ŶRe-hide
R
Reveal hidden words e.g. quiz page answers
ŶUsing teletext conveniently
FULL / TOP / BOTTOM
MENU
G
Normal (FULL)(BOTTOM)
(Expand the BOTTOM half)
INDEX
INDEX
Return to the main index page
HOLD
Stop automatic updating (If you wish to hold the current page without updating)
ŶTo resume
HOLD
HOLD Store frequently viewed pages
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Store frequently viewed pages in the colour bar (List mode only)
press and hold
As page is displayed
The number changes to white.
Corresponding colour button
ŶTo change stored pages
press and hold
Enter new page number
Colour button you want to change
View sub page
0 0 0 6
•Sub pages:
The number of sub pages varies depending on the broadcasters (up to 79 pages). It may take some time for searching, during which time you can watch TV.
Enter the 4-digit number example: P6
Appears at top of the screen
ŶTo view specific sub page
MENU
B
View sub page (Only when teletext is more than one page)
Watch TV while waiting for update
P108
MENU
Y Y
Appears when updating is completed
(You cannot change the programme.)
Teletext automatically updates itself when new information becomes available.
•The news page provides a function that indicates arrival of latest news (“News Flash”).
Changes to TV screen temporarily
View the updated page
View the TV picture while searching for a teletext page
2
(TOP)
(Expand the TOP half)
View in multi window
MENU
Watch TV and Teletext in two windows at once
•Operations can be made only in Teletext screen.
(Press twice) •Select Picture and text
On or Off
You can enjoy teletext broadcasting, including news, weather forecasts and subtitles, if this service is provided by the broadcasters. What is FASTEXT mode? In FASTEXT mode, four differently coloured subjects are situated at the bottom of the screen. To access more information about one of these subjects, press the appropriately coloured button. This facility enables fast access to information on the subjects shown. What is TOP mode? (in case of TOP text broadcasting) TOP is a particular improvement of the standard teletext service that results in an easier search and effective guide. •Fast overview of the teletext information available •Easy to use step-by-step selection of the topical subject •Page status information at the bottom of the screen
Available page up / down
R G
To select among subject blocks
B
To select next subject within the subject block (After the last subject, it moves to the next subject block.)
Y
What is List mode? In List mode, four differently coloured page numbers are situated at the bottom of the screen. Each of these numbers can be altered and stored in the TV’s memory. (“Store frequently viewed pages”, p. 17)
ŶTo change mode “Teletext” in Setup Menu (p. 21)
Call up subtitles
STTL
•Call up P801 (subtitle page) if available. •If you press this button during P801 is displayed, teletext mode will be
cancelled and return to TV.
Display subtitles
or

Advanced
Main Menu
VIERA Link
Picture Sound Setup
Picture Menu 1/2
Viewing Mode Normal Contrast Brightness Colour Sharpness
50 50 50
Tint Colour Balance Warm Colour Management Off P-NR Off
100
SURROUND
VCR
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INPUT
ASPECT
OPTION
DIRECT TV REC
TEXT F.P. INDEX HOLD
PROGRAMME
REC VCR DVD
TV
RETURN
EXIT
MENU
OK
CH
1/2
Viewing Mode Normal Contrast Brightness Colour Sharpness Tint Colour Balance Warm Colour Management Off P-NR Off
Picture Menu
50 50 50
100
Colour Balance Normal
Sharpness 50
Tuning Menu Access
MENU
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How to Use Menu Functions
Display the menu
3 2 4
Various menus allow you to make settings for the picture, sound, and other functions.
•Displays the functions that can be set
(varies according to the input signal)
Select the menu
Select the item
(example: Picture Menu)
Adjust or select (example: Picture Menu)
(example: Picture Menu)
1
select access
select
change store or access
(Required by some
functions)
ŶTo return to TV
at any time
EXIT
ŶTo return to the
previous screen
RETURN
ŶTo change menu
pages
CH
up down
Changed
Number and positions of alternatives
Moved
ŶChoose from among
alternatives
ŶAdjust using the slide bar
Displays the next screen
ŶGo to the next screen
ŶTo reset the settings
•To reset the picture settings only
“Reset Picture Defaults” in Picture Menu (p. 20)
•To reset the sound settings only
“Reset Sound Defaults” in Sound Menu (p. 20)
•To initialize all settings
“Shipping Condition” in Setup Menu (p. 28)
ŶEnter characters by free input menu
You can enter names or numbers freely for some items.
2/2
Reset Sound Defaults Reset
Sound Menu
HDMI1 Input Auto Audio Selection English MPEG Optical Level 0dB SPDIF Selection Auto DVB Audio Preference MPEG
(p. 20)
Mode Music Bass Treble Balance Headphone Volume Surround Off Volume Correction
Sound Menu
MPX Stereo Speaker Distance to Wall
Over 30cm
1/2
16 16 12
•How to Use Menu Functions
(picture, sound quality, etc.)
ŶOverview
Direct TV Rec
VIERA Link Menu
Start
Pause Live TV
Access
VIERA Link Control Speaker Selection
Home Cinema Recorder
(p. 35)
Main Menu
VIERA Link
Picture Sound Setup
The menu of the accessed equipment
1/2
Viewing Mode Normal Contrast Brightness Colour Sharpness Tint Colour Balance Warm Colour Management Off P-NR Off
Picture Menu
50 50 50
100
2/2
3D-COMB Off Reset Picture Defaults Reset
Picture Menu
(p. 20)
1/2
Tuning Menu Off Timer Off Shipping Condition Access
Access
Analogue Service List Access DVB Service List Access
Setup Menu
Teletext TOP System Update Access DVB Favourites Edit Access
On
Picture Overscan
Input Labels Access
2/2Setup Menu
3 seconds
VIERA Link Settings Access Banner Display Timeout
NSW / ACT
Region Select
Auto
Daylight Saving Time System Information Access Software Licence Access
(p. 21)
Tuning Menu
Auto Tuning
Access
DVB Manual Tuning Analogue Manual Tuning
Access
Add New DVB Services Access
Access
New Service Message DVB Signal Display Access
On
(p. 26)
•Depending on the received signals, available items are varied.
VIERA Link Settings
Power off Link Set VIERA Link Power on Link No
On
(p. 21, 34)
Set characters
set select
RETURN
Store
User input
Name
A B C D E F G H I J K L M N
U V W X Y Z 0 1 2 3 4 5 6
a b c d e f g h i j k l m n u v w x y z ( ) + - . * _
O P Q R S T
7 8 9 ! : # o p q r s t

Advanced
ŶMenu list
Menu Item Adjustments / Configurations (alternatives)
VIERA Link
Pause Live TV Controls the connected equipment with VIERA Link function, and enables various
convenient recording, playback, etc. (p. 34 - 37) •You can also access VIERA Link Menu directly using the VIERA Link button on the
remote control.
Direct TV Rec VIERA Link Control Speaker Selection
Picture
Viewing Mode
Basic picture mode (Dynamic / Normal / Cinema / Eco) Dynamic :
Provides enhanced picture contrast and sharpness when viewing in a bright room
Normal : Recommended for viewing under normal ambient room lighting conditions Cinema: For watching movies in a darkened room producing a cinema-like picture Eco :
Adjusts picture settings automatically dependent on ambient lighting conditions
•Set for each input signal
Contrast, Brightness, Colour, Sharpness
Increases or decreases the levels of these options according to your personal preference
Tint
With an NTSC signal source connected to the TV, the picture hue can be adjusted to suit your taste •For NTSC or Component / HDMI input signal reception only
Colour Balance Allows you to set the overall colour tone of the picture (Cool / Normal / Warm) Colour Management Automatically adjusts colours to vivid ones (Off / On)
•Not valid on PC signal
P-NR
Picture Noise Reduction Automatically reduces unwanted picture noise and flicker noise in the contoured parts of
a picture (Off / Min / Mid / Max)
•Not valid on PC signal
3D-COMB
Occasionally, whilst viewing still or slow moving pictures, colour patterning may be seen Set to “On” to display sharper and more accurate colours (Off / On) •For PAL or NTSC signal reception only •Not valid on S-Video, Component, PC, HDMI and SD Card
Reset Picture Defaults
Press the OK button to reset Viewing Mode on all inputs to default settings.
Sound
Mode Basic sound mode (Music / Speech) Bass Increases or decreases level to enhance or minimise lower, deeper sound output Treble Increases or decreases level to enhance or minimise sharper, higher sound output Balance Adjusts volume level of right and left speakers Headphone Volume Adjusts the volume of the headphones Surround Surround sound settings (Off / On) Volume Correction Adjusts volume of individual programme or input mode Speaker Distance to Wall
Adjusts the low frequency sound (Over 30cm / Up to 30cm) •
If the back space between the TV and wall is over 30 cm, “Over 30cm” is recommended.
•
If the back space between the TV and wall is within 30 cm, “Up to 30cm” is recommended.
MPX
Select stereo / monaural (Mono / Stereo) (p. 41) •Normally: Stereo •Stereo signal cannot be received: Mono •M1 / M2: Available while mono signal is transmitted •Analogue mode only
DVB Audio Preference
Selects the initial setting for Audio tracks (Dolby Digital / MPEG) If programme has both Dolby Digital and MPEG audio tracks, priority is given to what you select Dolby Digital:A method of coding digital signals developed by Dolby Laboratories. Apart
from stereo (2ch) audio, these signals can also be multi-channel audio.
MPEG:An audio compression method that compresses audio to small size without any
considerable loss of audio quality.
•DVB mode only
SPDIF Selection
Selects the initial setting for digital audio output signal from DIGITAL AUDIO OUT terminal (Auto / PCM) Auto: Dolby Digital is output as Dolby Digital Bitstream. MPEG is output as PCM. PCM:Dolby Digital is output as PCM. MPEG is output as PCM. •DVB mode only
MPEG Optical Level
You can adjust the audio level of MPEG output from DIGITAL AUDIO OUT terminal as the initial setting •0dB to -12dB in -2dB reductions •DVB mode only
Audio Selection Selects the preferred language for DVB multi audio (depending on the broadcaster) HDMI1 Input
Select to fit the input signal (Auto / Digital / Analogue) (p. 31)
Auto: Automatic detection of digital or analogue sound source Digital: HDMI cable connection Analogue: HDMI-DVI adapter cable connection
•HDMI input mode only •HDMI2 terminal is for digital signal only •No setting for HDMI2 available
Reset Sound Defaults Press the OK button to reset the present Sound Mode to the default settings
ŶMenu list
Menu Item Adjustments / Configurations (alternatives)
Setup
DVB Favourites Edit Creates list of favourite programmes (p. 25) DVB Service List Skips the unwanted DVB programmes (p. 25) Analogue Service List
Skips the unwanted Analogue programmes or edits Analogue programmes (p. 25)
Tuning Menu
Auto Tuning
Automatically sets the programmes received in the area (p. 27)
DVB Manual Tuning Sets the DVB programmes manually (p. 27) Analogue Manual Tuning Sets the Analogue programmes manually (p. 27) Add New DVB Services Adds new DVB services (p. 27) New Service Message Selects whether to give a notification message when a new DVB service is found (p. 27) DVB Signal Display Checks the DVB signal condition (p. 27)
Off Timer Sets the time the TV automatically turns Off (Off / 15 / 30 / 45 / 60 / 75 / 90 minutes) Teletext Teletext display mode (TOP (FASTEXT) / List) (p. 16) Shipping Condition Resets all settings, for example, when moving house (p. 28) System Update Downloads new software to TV (p. 23) Picture Overscan
Selects the screen area displaying the image (Off / On) On : Enlarged the image to hide the edge of the image. Off : Displayed the image in the original size. •Set to “On” if noise is generated on the edge of the screen. •This function is available when aspect is set to 16:9. •This function can be memorized separately for SD (Standard definition) and HD (High
definition) signals.
Input Labels Labels or skips each input terminals (p. 29) Banner Display Timeout
Sets how long the information banner (p. 11) stays on screen •0 (No display) to 10 sec. in 1-sec. increments
VIERA Link Settings
VIERA Link Sets to use VIERA Link functions (Off / On) (p. 34) Power off Link Sets to use Power off Link function (No / Set) (p. 34) Power on Link Sets to use Power on Link function (No / Set) (p. 34)
Region Select
Selects the region where you live to adjust the standard time (NSW / ACT / Victoria / Queensland / South Australia / Western Australia / Northern Territory / Tasmania) (p. 23)
Daylight Saving Time
Select time offset from the standard time for Summer Time (Auto / Off / +1/2 Hr / +1 Hr) (p. 23) •Set to “Auto” normally
Software Licence Displays the software licence information System Information Displays the system information of this TV
•A different menu will be displayed while PC, DVI to HDMI adapter cable or SD Card is used. (p. 30-31 and p. 33) •Only available items can be selected.
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How to Use Menu Functions
•How to Use Menu Functions
(picture, sound quality, etc.)

Advanced
Main Menu
VIERA Link
Picture Sound Setup
GUIDE
POWER
RETURN
OPTIONASPECT
CH VOL
INFO
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VCR DVD
TEXT STTL INDEX HOLD
PROGRAMME
RECPOWER
MUTE
R G Y B
TV
INPUT
EXIT
MENU
OK
1/2
Tuning Menu Off Timer Off Shipping Condition
Setup Menu
Teletext TOP System Update Access Input Labels DVB Favourites Edit
3 seconds
Banner Display Timeout
DVB Service List
2/2Setup Menu
NSW / ACT
Region Select
Auto
Daylight Saving Time System Information Software Licence
VIERA Link Settings
MENU
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23
DVB Settings
4 3 5
Select “Setup” Select “System Update”, “Region Select” or “Daylight Saving Time” Display the menu Set
ŶTo return to TV
EXIT
(DVB mode)
1
If in Analogue mode Select DVB
DVB Settings provide access to various advanced features.
2
access select access select
•DVB Settings (DVB)
(Based on GMT)
Region Standard time
Daylight Saving Time: Auto
(During Summer Time)
NSW / ACT +10:00 +11:00 Victoria Queensland +10:00 South Australia
+9:30 +10:30
Western Australia
+8:00 +9:00
Northern Territory
+9:30
Tasmania +10:00 +11:00
Select the region where you live to adjust the standard time. •The time contained in the
broadcast signal is UTC (Universal Time coordinated) formally known as GMT (Greenwich Mean Time).
Adjust the standard time
Region
Select
Select time offset from the standard time for Summer Time.
•Normally select “Auto”. •If there is a gap between
displayed time and actual time, set this function.
Adjust for Summer Time
Daylight
Saving Time
Update TV’s software system
System
Update
set
select
start select
Note
•During downloading, the TV will display a blank screen for 40 to 50 seconds. Do not
interrupt the TV during this procedure.
ŶTo update immediately
System Update
Auto Update Search in Standby System Update Search Now
On
Select “Auto Update Search in Standby” and then set “On” or “Off”
•On: Automatically performs
a search in standby and downloads an update, if any software updates are available
Download new software to TV. •For details p. 40
If System Update is performed, the software will be updated (it may change TV functions). If you do not wish to do so, set “Auto Update Search in Standby” to Off.
Select “System Update Search Now”
Searches for an update (for several mins.) and displays a corresponding message if any
Download
•Download may take
for about 20 mins.
Note
•When the TV is switched to standby, there will be a clicking sound after a short delay.
Similar clicking sounds will also occur at 3:00 AM and 5:00 AM (p. 40) when “Auto update Search in Standby” is set to “On”. These sounds are normal.

Advanced
Main Menu
VIERA Link
Picture Sound Setup
1/2
Tuning Menu Off Timer Off Shipping Condition Analogue Service List DVB Service List
Setup Menu
Teletext TOP System Update Input Labels Banner Display Timeout DVB Favourites Edit Access
Access Access 3 seconds
PROGRAMME
REC VCR DVD
TEXT F.P. INDEX HOLD
OPTION
DIRECT TV REC
ASPECT
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TV
CH
R G Y B
EXIT
MENU
OK
INPUT
RETURN
MENU
CH
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Editing Programmes
Select “Setup” Select “DVB Favourites Edit”, “DVB Service List” or “Analogue Service List”
4 3
Display the menu
You can make your favourite programme lists and skip unwanted programmes, etc.
ŶTo return to TV
EXIT
1Select DVB or Analogue
2
•“DVB Favourites Edit” and “DVB Service List” are available in
DVB mode only.
•“Analogue Service List” is available in Analogue mode only.
access select access select
5Set
•Editing Programmes
1 TEN
10:30 am
Coronation Street
All Analogue Services
You can change the programme name and programme position for Analogue programmes. •This function is available in Analogue mode. •If a VCR is connected only with the RF cable, edit “VCR”.
Select the programme to edit
BBC1
Analogue Service List
***** *****
1 2 3 4 5 6 7
***** ***** ***** *****
select
Programme position
Name
Edit
ŶTo change the name displayed when selecting programmes
Select “Rename”
G
Set characters
Edit service name
Name
A B C D E F G H I J K L M N
U V W X Y Z 0 1 2 3 4 5 6
a b c d e f g h i j k l m n u v w x y z ( ) + - . * _
O P Q R S T
7 8 9 ! : # o p q r s t
set select
(maximum: five characters)
Store
RETURN
ŶTo move the programme position
Y
Select new position
select
Store
Y
Edit analogue programmes (Change name, Move)
Analogue
Service List
You can hide unwanted services. The deleted services cannot be displayed except in this function. Use this function to skip unwanted programmes.
•“DVB Service List” is listed all tuned DVB programmes in DVB mode. •“Analogue Service List” is listed all tuned Analogue programmes in Analogue mode. Select a service and add / delete
add / delete
select
CBBC Channel
DVB Service List
Cartoon Nwk BBCi BBC Radio Wales BBC Radio Cymru BBC ONE Wales BBC THREE
70 72
105
719 720
1 7
:add :delete (skip)
•To retune each programme
(Manual Tuning)
R
(p. 27)
Skip unwanted programmes
DVB
Service List
Analogue
Service List
List favourite programmes
DVB
Favourites
Edit
(DVB mode)
Favourites Edit
TEN Digital
All DVB Services
1
ABC TV Sydney2 SBS DIGITAL 13 FTV guide4 7 Digital7 NINE DIGITAL9 7 HD Digital70 7 Guide77
Fav List1
TEN Digital1
Favourites Edit
TEN Digital
All DVB Services
1
ABC TV Sydney2 SBS DIGITAL 13 FTV guide4 7 Digital7 NINE DIGITAL9 7 HD Digital70 7 Guide77
Fav List1
G
•To add all
programmes to the list
Y
Create your favourite programme list from various broadcasters (up to 4: Fav List1 / Fav List2 / Fav List3 / Fav List4). The list is added to “Favourites” list in
TV
Guide (p. 13) and information banner (p. 11) and
then easily accessed.
Select a programme and add it to the list
select
To display another List
B
A programme is added
ŶTo edit List
Select the field of List to edit and:
•To name the List
R
Select the character
OK
RETURN
•
To move the programme
G
Select the new position Confirm
GOK
•To delete the programme
Y
•To delete all programmes
B
Note
•Programme numbers (known as logical channel numbers) are defined by the broadcaster
and cannot be changed.
•Hidden services (see below) can be selected but not viewed.
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Advanced
Main Menu
VIERA Link
Picture Sound Setup
1/2
Tuning Menu Off Timer Off Shipping Condition
Access
Setup Menu
Teletext TOP System Update Input Labels Banner Display Timeout DVB Service List DVB Favourites Edit
3 seconds
PROGRAMME
REC VCR DVD
TEXT F.P. INDEX HOLD
OPTION
DIRECT TV REC
ASPECT
R G Y B
RETURN
TV
EXIT
MENU
OK
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INPUT
CH
Tuning Menu
Auto Tuning
Access
DVB Manual Tuning Analogue Manual Tuning
Access
Add New DVB Services Access
Access
New Service Message DVB Signal Display Access
On
MENU
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27
Tuning Programmes
Select “Setup”
3
Select “Tuning Menu”
4
Display the menu Select a function
5
You can retune all the TV programmes when moving house or search for new services which may have recently started broadcasting.
ŶTo return to TV
EXIT
2
access select access select access select
1Select DVB or Analogue
•“DVB Manual Tuning”, “Add New DVB Services”, “New Service
Message” and “DVB Signal Display” are available in DVB mode only.
•“Analogue Manual Tuning” is available in Analogue mode only.
6Set
ŶFor Auto Tuning, using the buttons on the front of the TV (p. 8)
Press repeatedly until “Auto Tuning” appears
Access “Auto Tuning”
Start “Auto Tuning”
•To return to TV
•Tuning Programmes
Any new services found will be added to the DVB Service List.
Add New DVB Services
RF Ch Service Name Type Quality
DVB: 0 Pay TV: - Radio: - Data: -
Searching
Analogue Scan 21 68 Scan 6 69 This will take about 3 minutes.
•The new service is added with the current settings
saved as they are.
Add DVB programme automatically
Add New
DVB Services
New DVB service found!
Press OK to add new service.
Press EXIT to lgnore.
Selects whether to give a notification message when a new DVB service is found. (Off / On)
Display a notification
message
New Service
Message
Auto Tuning - Digital (DVB)
This will take about 3 minutes.
2
RF Ch Service Name Type Quality
ABC TV Sydney DVB 10
3 SBS DIGITAL 1 DVB 10 4 FTV guide DVB 10 7 7 Digital DTV 10
CH 29 Analogue
-
CH 33
DVB: 3
Searching
Analogue
-
Scan 6 69
EXIT RETURN
Start Auto Tuning
All digital tuning data will be erased
Auto Tuning
OK
Start Auto Tuning Settings are made automatically •All the previous tuning settings are erased. •When the operation is completed, the programme at programme position “1” will be
displayed.
•
If tuning has not been done completely “DVB Manual Tuning”, “Analogue Manual Tuning”
Automatically retune all DVB or Analogue programmes received in the area. •Only DVB programmes are retuned in DVB mode. •Only Analogue programmes are retuned in Analogue mode.
Set all DVB or Analogue programmes automatically
Auto Tuning
DVB Signal Display
Service Name [CH53] 7 7 Digital Signal Quality Signal Strength
0 0
10 10
Selects a programme and checks the DVB signal condition. •To change the programme
CH
A good Signal Strength is not an indication of suitable signal for DVB reception. Please use the Signal Quality indicator as follows: Signal Quality: •Green bar Good •Yellow bar Poor •Red bar Bad (Check the aerial)
Check DVB signal
DVB Signal
Display
Set DVB programme manually
DVB Manual
Tuning
Normally use “Auto Tuning” or “Add New DVB Services” to add DVB programmes to your service list. If tuning has not been done completely or for adjusting the direction of the aerial, use this function.
select channel search
DVB Manual Tuning
Analogue Scan 21 68 Physical Channel
Prog. Service Name Type New
DVB: 0 Pay TV: - Radio: - Data: -
Signal Strength 0 10 Signal Quality 0 10
MHz
474.00[CH21]
•All services found will be added to the
DVB Service List.
adjust frequency (set where the level of
“Signal Quality” becomes the maximum)
Set Analogue programme manually
Analogue
Manual Tuning
1 CH33
Analogue Manual Tuning
Manual Tuning 0 75
Set Analogue programme manually after Auto Tuning. •If a VCR is connected only with the RF cable, select programme position “0”.
store search
Search and storeSelect the programme
CH
Select the programme position
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Advanced
Main Menu
VIERA Link
Picture Sound Setup
1/2
Tuning Menu Off Timer Off Shipping Condition Access DVB Service List
Setup Menu
Teletext TOP System Update Input Labels Banner Display Timeout DVB Favourites Edit
3 seconds
ASPECT
INPUT
RETURN
VCR
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OPTION
DIRECT TV REC
PROGRAMME
REC VCR DVD
TEXT F.P. INDEX HOLD
EXIT
MENU
OK
Main Menu
VIERA Link
Picture Sound Setup
ASPECT
INPUT
PROGRAMME
OPTION
DIRECT TV REC
VCR
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REC VCR DVD
TEXT F.P. INDEX HOLD
TV
EXIT
MENU
OK
RETURN
Input Labels
AV1 DVD AV2 AV2 AV3 AV3 AV4 AV4 PC PC HDMI1 HDMI1 HDMI2 HDMI2
1/2
Tuning Menu Off Timer Off Shipping Condition
Setup Menu
Teletext TOP System Update Input Labels Access DVB Favourites Edit
3 seconds
Banner Display Timeout
DVB Service List
MENU
MENU
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29
Check the message and initialise Follow the on-screen instructions
•“Auto Tuning” will automatically start when Mains power On / Off switch is next turned
On. (p. 9)
ŶTo retune TV programmes only, e.g. after moving house
“Auto Tuning” (p. 27)
3 2 4
Select “Setup” Select “Shipping Condition” Display the menu Set
ŶTo return to TV
EXIT
Restore Settings Resets the TV to its original condition, i.e. no programmes tuned in. All settings (programmes, picture, sound quality, etc.) are reset.
1
EXIT RETURN
Confirm
Analogue & DVB tuning data will be erased
Are you sure? Are you sure?
Shipping Condition
select
access
select
access
Restore Settings
Shipping
Condition
•Input Labels
•Restore Settings
Input Labels
2 3 4
Select “Setup” Select “Input Labels” Display the menu Select a input terminal and set
ŶTo return to TV
EXIT
For easier identification and selection of the input mode, you can label each input terminals or skip
terminal that is not connected to any equipment.
•To select the input mode p. 14
1
The labels you set will be displayed in “Input Selection” menu (p. 14) or banner. •If “Skip” is selected, you cannot select the mode.
select
access
select
access
select set
access select
set select
ŶUser input
You can name each input terminals freely.
Select “User input” Set characters
User input
Name
A B C D E F G H I J K L M N
U V W X Y Z 0 1 2 3 4 5 6
a b c d e f g h i j k l m n u v w x y z ( ) + - . * _
O P Q R S T
7 8 9 ! : # o p q r s t
(maximum: ten characters)
Store
RETURN

Advanced
Menu Item Adjustments / Configurations (options)
Picture
Advanced PC Settings
R-Gain Adjusts the white balance for red areas G-Gain Adjusts the white balance for green areas B-Gain Adjusts the white balance for blue areas Gamma (2.0 / 2.2 / 2.5) Reset PC Settings Press the OK button to reset to the default Picture settings
Setup
PC Setup
Input Resolution
Switches to a wide view
•VGA (640 × 480 pixels), WVGA (852 × 480 pixels),
XGA (1,024 × 768 pixels), WXGA (1,366 × 768 pixels)
•Options change depending on signals
Clock Set to the minimum level if noise occurs H-pos
Adjusts horizontal position
V-pos
Adjusts vertical position
Clock Phase Eliminates flicker and distortion
•Adjust after Clock adjustment •Set to the minimum level if noise occurs
Sync
PC sync signal type (H & V / SOG)
•H & V : Horizontal and Vertical sync from your PC (Most common sync format)
SOG : Sync on Green sync from your PC
Reset PC Settings Press the OK button to reset to the default Setup settings
•Other items p. 20 and p. 21
Menu Item Adjustments
Setup
DVI Position Settings
H-pos
Adjusts horizontal position
V-pos
Adjusts vertical position
Reset DVI Position Settings
Press the OK button to reset to the default Setup settings
ASPECT
RETURN
EXIT
MENU
OPTION
DIRECT TV REC
VCR
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INPUT
OK
Input Selection
AV1 AV2 AV3 AV4 PC HDMI1 HDMI2 TV
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ŶTo return to TV
Displaying PC Screen on TV
Select the external input Select “PC”
2
The screen of the PC connected to the TV can be displayed on the TV. You can also listen to PC sound with the audio cable connected. •To connect PC p. 39
•Corresponding signals (p. 42) •If “H-freq.” or “V-freq.” is shown in red,
the signals may not be supported.
•PC Audio input is via AV2 Audio
connection. (p. 39)
ŶPC menu setting (changed as desired)
•
To make settings “How to Use Menu Functions” to (p. 18)
1
select
access
•HDMI Functions
•Displaying PC Screen on TV
(1): The HDMI logo is displayed on HDMI-compliant equipment. (2): Enquire at your local digital equipment retailer shop.
HDMI (high-definition multimedia interface) allows you to enjoy high-definition digital images and high- quality sound by connecting the TV and the equipment. HDMI-compatible equipment (1) with an HDMI or DVI output terminal, such as a set top box, a DVD
player or a game equipment, can be connected to the HDMI terminal using an HDMI compliant (fully wired) cable. About connections, see “External Equipment” (p. 38).
Note
•HDMI is the world’s first complete digital consumer AV interface complying with a non-compression standard. •Audio settings can be made on the “HDMI1 Input” menu screen. (p. 20) •Applicable audio signal sampling frequencies (2ch L.PCM): 48 kHz, 44.1 kHz, 32 kHz •HDMI2 terminal is for digital audio signal only. •Use with a PC is not guaranteed. Only HDMI video formats in page 42 HDMI table are applicable. •If the connected equipment has an aspect adjustment function, set the aspect ratio to “16:9”. •These HDMI connectors are “type A”. •These HDMI connectors are compatible with HDCP (High-Bandwidth Digital Content Protection) copyright
protection.
•An equipment having no digital output terminal may be connected to the input terminal of either “COMPONENT”,
“S-VIDEO”, or “VIDEO” to receive analogue signals.
•The HDMI input terminal can be used with only the following image signals:
480i, 480p, 576i, 576p, 720p, 1080i and 1080p. Match the output setting of the digital equipment.
•For details of the applicable HDMI signals, see p. 42.
HDMI Functions
ŶDVI Position Settings
If the picture position is not fit to the screen during the DVI connection, adjust the position on “DVI Position Settings” in Setup Menu. The settings are memorized for each HDMI terminals and input signals.
•
To make settings “How to Use Menu Functions” to (p. 18)
ŶDVI connection
•If the external equipment has only a DVI output, connect to the HDMI1 terminal via a DVI to HDMI adapter
cable (2).
•When the DVI to HDMI adapter cable is used, connect the audio cable to the audio input terminal (HDMI1: use
AV2 IN AUDIO terminals).

Advanced
GUIDE
POWER
INPUT
ASPECT
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MUTE
CH VOL
RECPOWER VCR DVD
TEXT STTL INDEX HOLD
PROGRAMME
TV
RETURN
EXIT
MENU
OK
OPTION SD CARD
R G Y B
INFO
Filename Date Pixel
p1010001
1/175
23/10/2007
1600 x 1200
p1010004p1010003p1010002p1010001 p1010008p1010007p1010006p1010005 p1010012p1010011p1010010p1010009
Photo View Mode
All pictures
Reading
Slide show
Select View
EXIT Select RETURN
Sort by Month Sort by Date
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Viewing from SD Card (Photos)
Slide show
Single view
Rotate Rotate
Select
EXIT List
OK
•Slide show
p. 33
Still images recorded by digital cameras will be displayed.
View
ŶTo display the operation guide
INFO
or
OPTION
4
Insert the SD Card Select the photo to be viewed
3
Displayed one at a time To the previous photo
Rotate 90˚(anti-clockwise)
To the next photo Rotate 90˚(clockwise)
2Enter SD mode (Photo View Mode)
select view
Operation guide
(Thumbnail)
Caution
•During the operation, no signals are output from the monitor output terminals.
ŶTo return to TV
EXIT
or
SD CARD
SD Card
•Viewing from SD Card
(Photos)
Error display (images that could not be loaded, etc.)
Cautions in handling SD Card
•Do not remove the card while the TV is accessing data (this can damage card or TV). •Do not touch the pins on the back of the card. •Do not subject the card to a high pressure or impact. •Insert the card in the correct direction (otherwise, card may be damaged). •Electrical interference, static electricity, or erroneous operation may damage the data or card. •Back up the recorded data at regular intervals in case of deteriorated or damaged data or erratic operation of the
TV. (Panasonic is not liable for any deterioration or damage of recorded data.)
Selected photo information is displayed •The maximum number of characters for Filename is 8. •The photo without record of the date is shown “**/**/****”.
Interval 5 seconds Repeat On
Viewing Setup
Main Menu
Picture
Viewing Setup
MENU
R
ŶStart Slide show (operate in step or ) ŶSlide show settings (operate in step or )
Slide show
Select the photo for the first view Start Slide show
Display the menu
Select “Viewing Setup” Select the items and set
access
•“Picture Menu” (p. 20)
Menu Item Adjustments / Configurations (alternatives)
Viewing
Setup
Interval Select slide show interval (5 / 10 / 15 / 30 / 60 / 90 / 120 seconds)
Repeat Slide show repeat (Off / On)
set select
•To pause •To return to Single view
G
On screen messages
No valid file to play •The card has no data. Cannot read file •The file is broken or unreadable.
•The TV does not support the format.
(For the applicable formats and data, see p. 41.)
Is SD Card in? •Insert a SD Card.
Message Meaning / Action
select
•For details on SD Cards p. 41 ŶTo removeŶTo insert
•To return to thumbnail
RETURN
•All photos in SD Card are displayed by thumbnail.
ŶTo sort by date or month recorded
(Sort by Month / Sort by Date)
Select the group to be viewed
select view the
thumbnail of the selected group
Display the thumbnail grouped by the same date or the same month
Y
(Sort by Month)
B
(Sort by Date)
Note
•The group of the photos without record of the date is shown as
“Unknown”.
Over 9999 pictures found •Maximum valid number of photos is 9,999.
Note
•Slide show is done within the same group if started from the view of the group.
Selected photo
1
Label surface Push until a click is heard Press the centre of the card

Advanced
•VIERA Link “HDAVI ControlTM”
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VIERA Link “ ControlTM”Enjoy additional HDMI Inter-Operability with Panasonic products which have “HDAVI Control” function. This TV supports “HDAVI Control 3” function. Connections to the equipment (DIGA Recorder, HD Video Camera, Player theatre, Amplifier, etc.) with
HDMI cable allow you to interface them automatically. These features are limited to models incorporating “HDAVI Control” and “VIERA Link”.
•Some functions are not available depending on the equipment’s version of HDAVI Control. Please confirm the
connected equipment’s version of HDAVI Control.
•VIERA Link “HDAVI Control”, based on the control functions provided by HDMI which is an industry standard
known as HDMI CEC (Consumer Electronics Control), is a unique function that we have developed and added. As such, its operation with other manufacturers’ equipment that supports HDMI CEC cannot be guaranteed.
Please refer to individual manuals for other manufacturers’ equipment supporting VIERA Link function. About applicable Panasonic equipment, consult your local Panasonic dealer.
ŶSummary of VIERA Link functions
•Easy playback •Power on link •Power off link •Speaker control •Control the menu of the connected equipment by VIERA remote control
(Available with the equipment which has “HDAVI Control 2” or “HDAVI Control 3” function.)
•Pause Live TV programme •Direct TV Recording
(Available with the equipment which has “HDAVI Control 3” function.)
ŶFeatures available (Using VIERA Link Menu)
EXIT
GUIDE
POWER
RETURN
MENU
R G Y B
OPTION SD CARDASPECT
VOL
INFO MUTE
RECPOWER VCR DVD
TEXT STTL INDEX HOLD
PROGRAMME
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0
CH
INPUT
OK
You can pause the live TV programme and resume later. •This function is available with DIGA Recorder which has HDD and “HDAVI Control 3”
function.
•If you cannot operate, check the settings and the equipment “Preparations” (p. 34) •Available conditions:
• when watching TV programme • when watching the input from DIGA Recorder
Access and pause the live TV programme
Direct TV Rec Speaker Selection
VIERA Link Menu
Home Cinema Start
VIERA Link Control Speaker Selection Home Cinema
Recorder
Pause Live TV Access
Select “Pause Live TV” and pause
•Live TV programme is recorded on HDD from where it was
paused.
ŶTo resume (stop pause)
Select “Pause Live TV” and access
•About the operations after
resuming, read the manual of the equipment.
ŶTo return to Live TV
(cancel pause or resumed playback)
(change the input mode)
•If you cancel pause or resumed playback, the recorded
programme will be deleted from HDD.
Display “VIERA Link Menu”
select pause select resume
Pause Live TV programme
HDAVI Control 3
and
(
Recorder with HDD
)
Pause Live
TV
Easy playback
Automatic Input switching - When the connected equipment is operated, input mode is switched automatically. When it is stopped operating, input mode is not returned.
Power on link
Set Power on Link “Set” in Setup Menu to use this function
“Power on Link” (p. 18-19, 21)
When the connected equipment starts playback or direct navigator / function menu for the equipment are activated, the TV is automatically turned on. (Only when TV is in Standby mode.)
Power off link
Set Power off Link “Set” in Setup Menu to use this function
“Power off Link” (p. 18-19, 21)
When TV is set to Standby mode, the connected equipment is also automatically set to Standby.
•This function will work even if the TV enters standby mode automatically by Off Timer
function or auto power standby function.
ŶPreparations
•Connect the equipment supporting VIERA Link. •Set up the connected equipment. Read the manual of the equipment. •For optimal recording, the settings of the recorder might be required. For details, read the manual of the
recorder.
•Set VIERA Link On in Setup Menu “VIERA Link” (p. 18-19, 21) •Set up the TV After connection, turn the equipment on and then switch the TV on. Select the input
mode to HDMI1 or HDMI2 (p. 14), and make sure that an image is displayed correctly.
This setup should be done each time when the following conditions occur:
• for the first time / • when adding or reconnecting equipment / • when changing setup
ŶFeatures available
ŶConnections
Read the manual of the equipment, too.
HDMI cable DIGA Recorder / HD Video Camera
with VIERA Link function
•Connect the equipment supporting VIERA Link to the TV’s HDMI1 or HDMI2 terminals via fully wired HDMI
cables.
•HDMI cable
Use fully wired HDMI compliant cable.
Non-HDMI-compliant cables cannot be utilized. Recommended Panasonic’s HDMI cable part number:
• RP-CDHG10 (1.0 m) • RP-CDHG30 (3.0 m) • RP-CDHG15 (1.5 m) • RP-CDHG50 (5.0 m)
• RP-CDHG20 (2.0 m)
For Speaker control (Home Cinema) •To use Amplifier •To use Player theatre
HDMI cable
Optical digital
audio cable
or
RCA cable
HDMI cable
Optical digital
audio cable
or
RCA cable
HDMI cable
HDMI cable
Amplifier with VIERA Link function
DIGA Recorder with VIERA Link function
HD Video Camera with VIERA Link function
Player theatre with VIERA Link function
Speaker system Speaker system
•The TV remains on even if the “VIERA Link” compatible equipment is turned off.
Direct TV Recording - What you see is What you record (HDAVI Control 3)
Direct TV
Rec
R G BY
GUIDE
POWER
RETURN
EXIT
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MENU
OPTION SD CARDASPECT
INPUT
OK
Recording the current programme in DIGA Recorder immediately. •This function is available with DIGA Recorder which has “HDAVI Control 3” function. •If you cannot operate, check the settings and the equipment “Preparations” (p. 34) •Available conditions:
• when watching TV programme
•The recording is performed by using the tuner of DIGA Recorder.
Changing programme, input mode or turning off the TV is available during the recording.
Direct TV Rec Speaker Selection
VIERA Link Menu
Home Cinema Start
VIERA Link Control Speaker Selection Home Cinema
Recorder
Pause Live TV
Select “Direct TV Rec” and start recording
ŶTo stop recording
Select “Stop” in “Direct TV Rec” and access
select start
Direct TV Rec Speaker Selection
VIERA Link Menu
Home Cinema Stop
VIERA Link Control Speaker Selection Home Cinema
Recorder
Pause Live TV
select stop
Display “VIERA Link Menu”

Advanced
•VIERA Link “HDAVI ControlTM”
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VCR
DIRECT TV REC
ASPECT
INPUT
TEXT F P INDEX HOLD
VOL
MUTE
MENU
R G Y B
RETURN
EXIT
OK
OPTION
GUIDE
POWER
INPUT
RETURN
EXIT
MENU
R G Y B
OPTION SD CARDASPECT
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0
INFO
CH
PROGRAMME
RECPOWER VCR DVD
TEXT STTL INDEX HOLD
TV
OK
VOL
MUTE
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•About the operations for the equipment, read
the manual of the equipment.
You can control some functions of the connected equipment with this TV remote control (point the remote control at the TV’s signal receiver). •This function is available with the equipment which has “HDAVI Control 2” or
“HDAVI Control 3” function.
•If you cannot operate, check the settings and the equipment “Preparations” (p. 34) Access and operate the menu of the equipment
Direct TV Rec Speaker Selection
VIERA Link Menu
Home Cinema Start
VIERA Link Control Speaker Selection Home Cinema
Recorder
Pause Live TV
ŶFeatures available (Using VIERA Link Menu)
Select “VIERA Link Control”
Select the equipment you want to access
•“Home Cinema” means Player theatre,
Recorder theatre and Amplifier.
Display “VIERA Link Menu”
select
ŶIf you access
the invalid equipment
Direct TV Rec Speaker Selection
VIERA Link Menu
Home Cinema Start
VIERA Link Control Speaker Selection Home Cinema
Recorder
Pause Live TV
When the equipment with “HDAVI Control” function is connected Recorder / Player / Home Cinema / Video Camera The type of the connected equipment is displayed. But you cannot access it. Use its own remote control to operate the equipment.
Direct TV Rec Speaker Selection
VIERA Link Menu
Home Cinema Start
VIERA Link Control Speaker Selection Home Cinema
Others
Pause Live TV
When the equipment of other types or manufacturers is connected
Others
“Others” is displayed. You cannot access it. Use its own remote control to operate the equipment.
Direct TV Rec Speaker Selection
VIERA Link Menu
Home Cinema Start
VIERA Link Control Speaker Selection Home Cinema
Recorder
Pause Live TV
Recorder / Player / Home Cinema / Video Camera
The type of the connected equipment is displayed. Select the type of the equipment and access.
The menu of the accessed equipment (Input mode will be changed automatically)
access select
Operate the menu of the equipment
•Available VIERA remote control buttons
(depending on the connected equipment):
Move the cursor / select the menu Move the cursor / access / adjust
OK
Store / set / access
RETURN
Return to the previous menu
EXIT
Exit the menu
OPTION
Display the operation guide for the equipment / The same functions with the OPTION button of the equipment
R G YB
Access when the key words are displayed on colour bar
Control the menu of the connected equipment by VIERA remote control (
HDAVI Control 2 HDAVI Control 3
)
VIERA Link
Control
You can control the theatre speaker with this TV remote control (point the remote control at the TV’s signal receiver). •This function is available with the Amplifier or Player theatre which has “HDAVI Control”
function.
•If you cannot operate, check the settings and the equipment “Preparations” (p. 34) Access and control the speaker volume
Direct TV Rec
VIERA Link Menu
Start
Pause Live TV VIERA Link Control Speaker Selection Home Cinema
Recorder
Set to “Home Cinema” or “TV”
Display “VIERA Link Menu”
select
Speaker control
Speaker
Selection
set
ŶFeatures available (Using VIERA Link Menu) ŶHome Cinema
Amplifier or Player theatre will be automatically turned on if it is in Standby mode and the sound is from theatre speakers connected to the equipment.
•Volume up / down
VOL
•Mute
MUTE
•The sound of TV speakers is mute. •When the equipment is turned off, TV speakers
will be active.
ŶTV
TV speakers are active.
VIERA Link “ ControlTM”
Select “Speaker Selection”
•This function may not work properly depending on the connected equipment. •Image or sound may not be available for the first few seconds when the playback starts. •Image or sound may not be available for the first few seconds when Input mode is switched. •Volume function will be displayed when adjusting the volume of the equipment. •Easy playback is also available by using the remote control for Amplifier or Player theatre. Read the manual of
the equipment.
•About HDMI cable for connecting Panasonic HD Video Camera, read the manual of the equipment. •If more than one equipment of the same type are connected to the TV by HDMI cables, for example two DIGA
Recorders to HDMI1 and HDMI2, VIERA Link will only be available for the lower terminal number, in this case HDMI1.
•“HDAVI Control 3” is the newest standard (current as of December, 2007) for HDAVI Control compatible
equipment. This standard is compatible with conventional HDAVI equipment.
•To confirm this TV’s version of HDAVI Control “System Information” (p. 21)
Note

Advanced
•External Equipment
Terminal
Recording / Playback (equipment)
AV1 IN AV2 IN AV3 IN
AV4 IN
(Side of TV)
MONITOR
OUT DIGITAL
AUDIO OUT
1 2
To record / playback videocassettes / DVDs (VCR / DVD recorder)
To watch DVDs (DVD player) To watch camcorder images (Video camera) To watch satellite broadcasts (Set top box) To play games (Game equipment) To use amplifier with speaker system VIERA Link
AV4 IN
S
VIDEO
VIDEO
AUDIO
L
R
AV IN
1 2
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These diagrams show our recommendations for how to connect the TV to your various equipment. For other connections, consult the instructions for each piece of equipment, the table below, and the specifications (p. 46). External Equipment
: Recommended Connection
ŶTypes of connectable equipment to each terminal S VIDEO 4 pin terminal
Chrominance in
Chrominance earth
Luminance in Luminance earth
Hot Plug Detect 19 DDC/CEC Ground 17 SCL 15 CEC 13 TMDS Clock Shield
11
TMDS Data0í9
TMDS Data0+ 7 TMDS Data1 Shield 5 TMDS Data2í3
TMDS Data2+ 1
18 +5V Power 16 SDA 14 Reserved
(in cable but N.C. on device)
12 TMDS Clockí 10 TMDS Clock+ 8 TMDS Data0 Shield 6 TMDS Data1í 4 TMDS Data1+ 2 TMDS Data2 Shield
HDMI terminal
•Connect the S VIDEO or VIDEO terminal when using
AV3 / AV4 IN terminals.
•Connect the COMPONENT or VIDEO terminal when
using AV1 / AV2 IN terminals.
Amplifier with speaker system
PC
(Viewing) (Listening)
To listen with speakers
Set top box
DVD Recorder / VCR RF
cable
To watch satellite broadcasts
To record / playback
To watch DVDs
DVD player
(Viewing) (Listening)
or
Computer
Conversion adapter (if necessary)
(VIDEO)
or
(S-VIDEO)
(AUDIO)
Headphones
Camcorder / Game equipment
ŶTo adjust volume
“Headphone Volume” in the Sound Menu (p. 20)
(M3 stereo
mini plug)
Fully wired HDMI compliant cable
or
Optical digital
audio cable
HDMI equipment
“HDMI connection” (p. 31)
DVD Recorder
Fully wired HDMI compliant cable