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.
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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
CH
Remote Control Guide
The Remote Control Quick Reference Guide is located within the package provided
with this TV.

_ Main Menu Feature Chart
Main Menu Feature Chart
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SET UP
LANGUAGES
□ Select English, Spanish, or French menu.
PROG. CHAN
{Program Channels)
□ MODE - Select Cable or TV. See Installa¬
tion section in manual.
□ AUTO PROGRAM - Automatically program
channels having a signal into memory.
□ MANUAL PROGRAM - Manually add or
delete channels from memory.
{Closed Captioning)
□ CC ON MUTE - Activate Cl -C2 for Closed
Captioning display when the remote MUTE
button is pressed.
□ CC MODE - Select Cl or C2 for Closed
Captioning, program guides and other
information.
OTHER ADJ.
D AUTO POWER ON - Select SET to power
up the TV at the same time as the Cable
Box or other components or select OFF.
AUDIO
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AUDIO ADJ.
{Adjustments)
□ MODE - Select STEREO, SAP (Second
Audio Program) or MONO. (Use MONO
when stereo signal is weak.)
□ BASS - Increase or decrease the bass
response.
□ TREBLE - Increase or decrease the treble
response.
□ BALANCE - Emphasize the left/right
speaker volume.
□ NORMAL - Reset BASS, TREBLE and
BALANCE to factory default.
OTHER ADJ.
(Adjustments)
□ Al SOUND - Automatically adjust volume
to maintain a comfortable listening level.
(Al sound is not available in VIDEO mode).
SURROUND
□ Enhances audio response when listening
to stereo.
SPEAKERS
□ ON - TV speakers operate normally.
□ OFF & VAO (Variable Audio Output) -
TV speakers off - audio adjustable by TV.
□ OFF & FAO (Fixed Audio Output)-
TV speakers off - audio adjustable only by
the external amplifier.

Main Menu Feature Chart
Main Menu Feature Chart (Cont.)
TIMER 1
TIMER 2
OTHER ADJ.
(Adjustments)
FAVORITES
Set the time and the day of the week.
(Time will display onscreen after turning on
the television, pressing the RECALL button
or changing channels).
Set timer to turn off TV in 30, 60 or
90 minutes. Select NO to turn timer off.
Set one or both timers to automatically turn
television on and off at selected times, on
selected channels, and on selected days.
(Clock must be set to use Timer features).
COLOR - Adjust desired color intensity.
TINT - Adjust natural flesh tones.
BRIGHTNESS - Adjust dark areas for crisp
detail.
PICTURE - Adjust white areas of picture.
SHARPNESS - Adjust clarity of outline
detail.
NORMAL- Reset all picture adjustments to
factory default settings.
COLOR TEMP - Adjust white balance to
COOL (blue), WARM (red) or NORMAL.
CHANNEL SCAN - Select FAV (16
favorites) or ALL channels to scan
channels using the up/down CH buttons.
MANUAL CAPTION - Enter channel
numbers and captions manually.
INPUT LABEL - Label video connections
for onscreen display of optional equipment.

Main Menu Feature Chart
Main Menu Feature Chart (Cont.)
HOW LONG?
Lock All Channels or Game with a secret
code.
9: For more information about Block
Programs, see the V-CHIP Parental Lock
manual provided with the TV package.
Select the period of time (12, 24, 48 hours
or ALWAYS) for your option to be locked.

Special Features _
Special Features
SET UP
Menu Languages
In SET UP Menu, select IDIOMA / LANGUE to change menu language to ENGLISH,
ESPANOL (Spanish), or FRANQAIS (French).
SETUP I _
IDiOMA/ ~ > MODE ENGLISH ►
LANGUEJ
PROG CHAN
CC _
OTHER ADJ.
Prog Chan (Program Channels)
In SET UP menu under PROG CHAN select:
□ MODE to select TV (antenna) or CABLE mode depending on the signal source.
O AUTO PROGRAM to automatically program all channels with a signal.
□ MANUAL PROGRAM to manually add or delete channels.
SETUP I
IDIOMA/
LANGUE
[PROG CHAN „_>
1
MODE CABLE ►
AUTO PROGRAM ►
MANUAL PROGRAM

TIMER
Special Features
Sleep
In TIMER menu, select SLEEP to turn TV off in 30, 60 or 90 minutes. Select NO to
turn off timer.
Timer 1 and Timer 2
In TIMER menu, select one or both timers to turn the television on and off at selected
times, on selected channels, and on selected days.
Note: TIME must be entered in CLOCK SET to operate TIMER features.
I timer ~1_
CLOCK
SLEEP
CfiMERl
SET TIME FIRST
DAY MON-FRI ►
SET
' ONTIME
L OFF TIME
ENTER CHANNEL • - *
SET NO ►
Turn Off After 90 Minutes
The TV automatically turns OFF after 90 minutes
when turned on by the TIMER. If the OFF time is
selected or if a key is pressed, the automatic OFF
after 90 minutes will be cancelled.
TIMER Activation
The TIMER is active when the TV is OFF or ON.
The TV will switch to the selected channel at the
selected time set in the TIMER.

Special Features _
PICTURE
Other Adjustments
In Picture menu under OTHER ADJ. select:
□ COLOR TEMP to increase and decrease WARM (red) and COOL (blue) colors to suit
personal preferences
PICTURE ]
VIDEO ADJ.
-..COLOR TEMP NORMAL ►
[OTHER ADJ. >
CHANNELS
Favorites
In CHANNELS menu under FAVORITES select:
□ CHANNEL SCAN FAV to enter up to 16 favorite channels.
□ CHANNEL SCAN ALL to scan all channels when using the CH up/down buttons.
CHANNELS
[favorites
CAPTION
CHANNEL SCAN ALL^
ENTER CHANNEL 3
FAVORITE CHANNELS
3
► TO ADD
◄ TO DELETE
Caption
In CHANNELS menu under CAPTION select:
□ MANUAL CAPTION to enter numbers and captions manually.
□ INPUT LABEL to label video input connections for onscreen display.
CHANNELS
FAVORITES
1 CAPT ION
MANUAL CAPTION ►
INPUT LABEL ►

LOCK
Special Features
MODE
To use LOCK options:
□ ENTER CODE FIRST - Use the numeric keypad to enter a four-digit secret code. After
entering your secret code for the first time, the onscreen display will change to CHANGE
CODE.
Note: Use a code that is easy to remember or record it in a safe place.
In MODE submenu select:
□ LOCK SET to choose:
• OFF - To turn lock function off.
• ALL - To lock all channels and video inputs.
• CHANNEL - To lock up to four channels of your choice.
• GAME - To lock channels 3, 4 and video inputs.
□ BLOCK PROGRAMS* - To use Block Programs Ratings.
□ CHANGE CODE - Use numeric keypad to change your four-digit secret code.
Note: If in CHANGE CODE you enter a different code from the one used previously, the new code
becomes the controlling code.
Press the ACTION button to return to submenu, then select HOW LONG to choose
the period of time you want your option to be locked (12, 24, 48 hours or ALWAYS).
Note: Be cautious when selecting ALWAYS. If ALWAYS is selected, and you forget your secret code,
the television must be serviced by a qualified technician in order to clear the LOCK setup.
Press the ACTION button to return to submenu, and to exit menus.
LOCK 1
[modeT
I> LOCK SET OFF
_ BLOCK PROGRAMS:
| U.S. TV PROGRAMS
STATUS OFF
ENTER CODE - - - -
FIRST
Note: If GAME, CHANNEL or ALL is selected, and if a blocked channel or video input is selected, the
message PG (Parent Guard) displays in the upper right corner of the television screen
Unlock LOCK SET by reentering the same four-digit secret code and selecting OFF.
*For more information about Block Programs, see the V-CHIP Parental Lock
manual provided with the TV package.

Digital TV - S et-Top Box (DTV-STB) Connection _
Digital TV - Set-Top Box (DTV-STB) Connection
Use this diagram to connect the Panasonic DTV-STB (Digital TV-Set-Top Box) to the
back of your TV.
Note: There are three video inputs, Y, P B , and P R . Separate component color inputs provide luminance
and color separation. Use the L (left) and R (right) audio inputs.

Glossary
Glossary
Digital Television
Digital Television (DTV) broadcasts are now available in 10 major U.S. markets.
Broadcasts are in both high definition (HDTV) and standard definition (SDTV). The
HDTV signal formats are 1080i (interlaced scan) and 720p (progressive scan). SDTV
signal formats are 480i and 480p.
SDTV-Compatible (480p/480i)
SDTV-compatible TV models process and display the standard definition output with
the use of a Panasonic DTV-STB at 480 lines, interlaced or progressive scan. When
DTV programming is available, you can view it in the standard format, either 4:3
aspect ratio or 16:9 aspect ratio.
DTV Compatibility
This TV is capable of displaying only the 480p/480i SDTV signal using the Panasonic
DTV-STB. In order to view DTV programming, the STB must be connected to the TV
component video inputs (Y, P B , Pr) and audio inputs and in DTV mode. A DTV signal
must be available in your area and the DTV-STB must be tuned to the proper channel.
Progressive Scan
Progressive scan de-interlaces the incoming signal and progressively scans the
image. This allows you to sit very close to the TV and not see the thin black horizontal
scan lines (Venetian blind effect) associated with an interlaced picture.

Frequently Asked Questions About Digital TV _
Frequently Asked Questions About Digital TV
What is digital TV (DTV)?
In April 1997, the FCC (Federal Communications Commission) announced that by
2006, all television broadcasting will be digital. Digital TV broadcasting delivers
crystal-clear pictures, approaching the quality of 35mm movies and CD (compact disc)
sound. Digital broadcasts include both High Definition Television (HDTV) and
Standard Definition Television (SDTV). Broadcasters may choose their own broadcast
formats.
HDTV (High Definition Television)
One form of digital broadcasting is HDTV, which provides the highest resolution
picture. Besides incredible picture, the sound is available in the 5.1 channel surround
sound.
SDTV (Standard Definition Television)
Another form of digital broadcasting is SDTV, which provides lower resolution, but still
presents a very sharp, clear picture. Lower resolution allows broadcasters to transmit
more than one program per channel.
When will TV stations start broadcasting digital signals?
Television stations are required to continue broadcasting regular TV signals along
side the digital signals until 2006. Cable TV and satellite TV are not affected by this
FCC ruling.
All stations are required to become digital by 2006. This will be an evolutionary
process. According to the FCC, digital broadcasting must be available in the top ten
markets, covering 30% of households by May 1999. By the end of 1999, digital
broadcasting must be available in the top 30 markets, covering 50% of households.
Will I be able to adapt my current TV to receive digital broadcasts?
Manufacturers will offer a digital TV set-top box (DTV-STB) which will allow current
televisions to display digitally broadcast programs. The picture and sound quality will
be about the same as small dish digital satellite systems today.
Conventional televisions (non-digital televisions) will not be able to display the HDTV
resolution quality or sound.
What digital formats wili broadcasters use?
There are presently four DTV formats: 1080i (interlaced), 720p (progressive), 480i
and 480p. The higher numbers indicate a higher resolution picture.
In an interlaced picture, the odd numbered lines (picture information) are scanned first
creating field 1 and then the even numbered lines are scanned, creating field 2. The
two fields are then interlaced to provide the entire image (one frame). This process
happens in 1/30 th of a second and is invisible to the human eye. In progressive
scanning, all lines in the entire frame are scanned sequentially in 1 /60 th of a second.
Broadcasters may choose to transmit different levels of resolution throughout the day,
broadcasting day programs in SDTV and night sports and movies in HDTV.