Panasonic CT-27D20 User manual

Panasonic
Color Television
Operating Instructions
CT-27D20 CT-32D20 CT-36D20
CT-27D20U CT-32D20U CT-36D20U
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Table of Contents
Table of Contents
Congratulations.3
Customer Record.3
Care and Cleaning.3
Specifications.3
Installation.4
Television Location.4
Optional Cable Connections.4
AC Power Supply Cord.4
Cable / Antenna Connection.4
Optional Equipment Connections.5
VCR Connection.5
Amplifier Connection (To Audio Amp) .5
Picture In Picture (PIP) Operation.6
PIP Operation with a VCR and Cable Box.6
PIP Operation with a VCR * No Cable Box.7
Main Menu.8
ACTION Button.8
CH / VOL Buttons.8
Remote Control Guide.8
Main Menu Feature Chart.9
Special Features...12
Menu Languages. 1 2
Program Channels...12
Sleep Timer.13
Timer 1 and Timer 2.13
Other Adjustments (Picture).14
Favorite Channels and Caption.14
Mode (Lock) .15
Digital TV - Set-Top (DTV-STB) Connection.16
Glossary.17
Frequently Asked Questions About Digital TV.... 18
Troubleshooting Chart.19
Read these instructions completely before operating TV.
Contents are subject to change without notice or obligation.
Copyright 2000 by Matsushita Electric Corporation of America. All rights reserved.
Unauthorized copying and distribution is a violation of law.

CONGRATULA TIONS
Congratulations
Your new TV features a solid state chassis that is designed to give you many years of
enjoyment. It was thoroughly tested and tuned at the factory for best performance.
Customer Record
The model and serial number of this product are located on the back of the TV. You
should note the model and serial number in the space provided and retain as a
permanent record of your purchase. This will aid in identification in the event of theft or
loss. Product registraton for U.S. customers is available at: www.prodreg.com/
Panasonic.
Model
Number
Serial
Number
Care and Cleaning
Screen (Turn TV Off)
□ Use a mild soap solution or window cleaner with a soft clean cloth. DO NOT USE
ABRASIVE CLEANERS.
□ Avoid excessive moisture and wipe dry.
Note: Do not spray any type of cleaning fluid directly on the screen.
Cabinet and Remote Control
□ For cabinets and remote control, use a soft cloth dampened with water or a mild detergent
solution. Avoid excessive moisture and wipe dry.
D Do not use benzene, thinner or other petroleum based products.
Specifications
Power Source
CT-27D20 (2.1 A)
CT-27D20U {2.1 A)
CT-32D20 (2.2A)
CT-32D20U (2.2A)
CT-36D20 (2.4A)
CT-36D20U (2.4A)
120V AC, 60Hz
Channel Capability -181 VHF-12; UHF-56; Cable-125
3 Video input Jacks 1 Vp-p, 75 Ohm, Phono Jack Type
6 Audio input Jacks
500mV RMS 47K Ohm
Component Input (Y / P B / P R )
75 Ohm, Phono Jack Type
S-Video input Jacks S-Video (Y-C) Connector
Specifications are subject to change without notice or obligation.

Installation
installation
Television Location
This unit is intended to be used with an optional stand or entertainment center.
Consult your dealer tor available options.
□ Avoid excessive sunlight or bright lights, including reflections.
□ Keep away from excessive heat or moisture. Inadequate ventilation may cause internal
component failure.
□ Fluorescent lighting may reduce remote control transmitting range.
□ Keep away from magnetic equipment, including motors, fans and external speakers.
Optional Cable Connections
Shielded audio and video cables should be used between components. For best
results:
□ Use 75-ohm coaxial shielded cables.
□ Use appropriate input and output connectors, that match your component connectors.
□ Avoid long cables to minimize interference.
AC Power Supply Cord
CAUTION: TO PREVENT ELECTRIC SHOCK MATCH WIDE BLADE OF PLUG TO
WIDE SLOT OF AC OUTLET AND FULLY INSERT. DO NOT USE A PLUG WITH A
RECEPTACLE OR OTHER OUTLET UNLESS THE BLADE CAN BE FULLY
INSERTED TO PREVENT BLADE EXPOSURE. FOR SOME MODELS THAT ARE
NON-POLARIZED, THE USE OF AN AC ADAPTOR CONNECTOR MAY
BE NECESSARY.
Polarized plug
Non-Polarized plug
Cable / Antenna Connection
For proper reception, either a cable or antenna connection is required.
Cable Connection
Connect the cable supplied by your local cable company.
Note: A cable converter box may be required for proper reception. Check with
your local cable company for compatibility requirements.
□ Antenna Connections
□ For proper reception of VHF/UHF channels, an external antenna is
required. For best reception an outdoor antenna is recommended.
□ Antenna Mode must be set to TV.
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Cable Preset
Cable Mode is preset at the factory. Antenna
users must change to Antenna Mode in the
Setup Menu.
Incoming Cable from
Cable Company
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75 Ohm VHF/UHF
on back of TV
Incoming Cable from
Home Antenna

Installation
Optional Equipment Connections
VCR Connection
VCRs, video disc players, video game equipment, and DSS equipment can also be
connected to the video inputs. See the optional equipment manual for more
information.
TERMINALS ON BACK OF TV
Procedure
1. Connect equipment as shown to front or rear Audio/Video input jacks.
Note: Front and rear Audio/Video connectors cannot be operated at the same time.
2. Select the Video mode by pressing TV/VIDEO button.
3. Operate optional equipment as instructed in equipment manual.
Amplifier Connection (To Audio Amp)
Connect to an external audio amplifier input for listening to a stereo system.
Note: TO AUDIO AMP terminals cannot be connected directly to external speakers.
Audio Adjustments
1. Select TV SPEAKERS ON from AUDIO menu.
2. Set amplifier volume to minimum.
3. Adjust TV volume to desired level.
4. Adjust amplifier volume to match the TV.
5. Select TV SPEAKERS OFF&VAO from AUDIO menu.
6. Volume, mute, bass, treble and balance are now controlled from the TV.
Note: In OFF&FAO the volume is controlled by the external amplifier.

Picture In Picture (PIP) Operation
Picture In Picture (PIP) Operation
PIP Operation with a VCR and Cable Box
This television incjudes a Picture In Picture (PIP) feature. A second video source
(VCR, Camcorder, etc.) is required to provide a second picture.
Connect your television to a VCR and Cable Box, as shown.
TERMINALS ON BACK OF TV VCR CABLE BOX
Note: The Remote Control must be programmed with supplied codes to operate the VCR and Cable
Box. See Programming the Remote Control in the Remote Control Quick Reference Guide.
Procedure
Press the PIP button on the Remote Control to display the PIP frame.
Note: The PIP picture is the same as the main picture, initially.
To view a different picture in the PIP frame:
□ Press the TV/VIDEO button on the Remote Control to select the video PIP source.
□ Verify the CABLE BOX and VCR are ON and the VCR is tuned to channel 3.
□ Choose channels for the PIP frame by pressing the CBL button on the Remote Control and
using the numeric keypad or CH up/down buttons.
□ Choose channels for the Main Picture by pressing the TV button on the Remote Control
and using the numeric keypad or CH up/down buttons.
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SWAP Button
The SWAP button switches the PIP and Main
Picture source. Press the RECALL button tor on
screen PIP and Main Picture source status.

_ PIP Operation with a VCR - No Cable Box
PIP Operation with a VCR - No Cable Box
This television includes a Picture In Picture (PIP) feature. A second video source
(VCR) is required to provide a second picture.
Connect your television to a VCR, as shown:
TERMINALS ON BACK OF TV
VCR
Note: The Remote Control must be programmed with the supplied codes to operate the VCR. See
Programming the Remote Control in the Remote Control Quick Reference Guide.
Procedure
Turn the VCR OFF and tune the TV to channel 3.
Press the PIP button on the Remote Control to display the PIP frame on screen.
Note: The PIP picture is the same as the Main picture, initially.
□ Press the TV/VIDEO button on the Remote Control to select the VIDEO PIP source.
□ Press the VCR button on the Remote Control and turn ON the VCR.
□ Press the TV/VCR button on the Remote Control.
□ Choose channels for PIP frame by pressing VCR CHANNEL up/down buttons on the
Remote Control.
□ Choose channels for the Main Picture by pressing the TV button on the Remote Control
and using the numeric keypad or CH up/down buttons.
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SWAP Button
The SWAP button switches the PIP and Main
Picture source. Press the RECALL button for on
screen PIP and Main Picture source status.

Main Menu
Main Menu
ACTION Button
Press the ACTION button to display the Main Menu and submenus. Press the
ACTION button repeatedly to exit.
CH/VOL Buttons
Press the CH (channel) or VOL (volume) buttons to select an icon. Use the CH
buttons to highlight the desired features. Use VOL buttons to select and adjust
features.
Remote ACTION / Navigation Button
CH
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Remote Control Guide
The Remote Control Quick Reference Guide is located within the package provided
with this TV.