Panasonic TX-14B4T User manual

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TQB8E3504---1
TX---14B4T/B
TX---14B4T
Operating Instructions
Colour Television
English Please read these instructions before operating your set and retain them for future reference

2
WELCOME
Dear Panasonic Customer
Welcome to the Panasonic family of customers. We hope that you have many years of enjoyment from your new colour
television. This is a very advanced television; however, the Quick Start Guide will allow you to use the TV as quickly as
possible. You can then read the instructions completely and retain them for future reference.
TABLE OF CONTENTS
DWarnings and Precautions 3...........................
DAccessories 4.......................................
DInserting the Remote Control Batteries 4................
DBasic Controls 5....................................
DQuick Start Guide 6..................................
DMain Menu Flow Chart 8.............................
DOn Screen Displays 8................................
DMain menu 9.....................................
DSetup menu 10....................................
DTuning menu 11...................................
DTuning --- Auto Setup 12............................
DTuning --- Manual Tuning 13.........................
DTuning --- Shipping Condition 14.....................
DTuning --- Owner ID 15..............................
DSwap --- Programme swapping 16...................
DOther Features
DAV selection --- AV mode 16.........................
DVCR Controls 17...................................
DVCR and Satellite Receiver installation 18.............
DTeletext function 19................................
DExternal audio/video connections 20....................
DTroubleshooting 21....................................
DUser Information 22...................................
DSpecifications 22......................................

Example 2.
Example 1.
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WARNINGS AND PRECAUTIONS
`This TV set is designed to operate on 220 --- 240V, 50Hz A.C.
`To avoid damage that may result in electric shock or fire, do not
expose the unit to rain or excessive moisture.
`WARNING: HIGH VOLTAGE!!!
Do not remove the rear cover as live parts are accessible when
it is removed. There are no user serviceable parts inside.
`Avoid exposing the TV set to direct sunlight and other sources
of heat.
`The On/Off switch on this model does not fully disconnect the
TV from the mains supply. Remove the mains plug from the
wall socket when the TV set is not used for a prolonged period
of time.
`CABINET AND PICTURE TUBE CARE
Remove the mains plug from the wall socket. The cabinet and
picture tube can be cleaned with a soft cloth moistened with
mild detergent and water. Do not use solutions containing
benzol or petroleum. TV sets can produce static electricity,
care must be taken whenever touching the TV screen.
`Adequate ventilation is essential to prevent failure of electrical
components; we recommend that a gap of at least 5cm is left
around this TV even when it is placed inside a cabinet or
between shelves.
`WASTE DISPOSAL
The used packaging and batteries should be disposed of in
appropriate recycle bins.
FOR YOUR SAFETY PLEASE READ THE FOLLOWING TEXT CAREFULLY
This appliance is supplied with a fitted three pin mains plug for your safety and convenience. A 5 amp fuse is fitted in this plug. If the
fuse is replaced then the replacement fuse must be 5 amp rated and should be approved by ASTA or BSI to BS1362.
Check for the ASTA mark ASA or the BSI mark on the body of the fuse.
If the fitted plug has a removable fuse cover you must ensure that it is refitted when the fuse is
replaced. If you lose the fuse cover the plug must not be used until a replacement cover is
obtained. Replacement fuse covers can be purchased through your local Panasonic dealer.
The plug fitted to this appliance incorporates a mains filter circuit. If this is removed or
replaced with a non-- filtered plug this television will no longer meet the European
standards for Electromagnetic Compatibility (EMC). If the fitted plug is unsuitable for
the socket outlet in your home an appropriate adapter should be used.
Nonetheless, if the fitted plug is replaced, the fuse should be taken out and the cut-- off
plug disposed of safely. There is danger of severe electrical shock if the cut off plug is
inserted into any 13 amp. socket.
If a new plug is to be fitted please observe the wiring code as shown below.
If in any doubt please consult a qualified electrician.
How to replace the fuse (for plug type shown in example 1) :
Lift out the removable fuse compartment with a screwdriver and replace the fuse, then refit
securely into the mains plug (see example 1).
How to replace the fuse (for plug type shown in example 2) :
Lift open the fuse compartment, in the mains plug, with a screwdriver, and replace the fuse,
then press the fuse cover down securely (see example 2).
IMPORTANT :-- The wires in the mains lead of this appliance are coloured in accordance with the following code :--
BLUE : NEUTRAL BROWN : LIVE
As the colours of the wires in the mains lead of this appliance may not correspond to the markings identifying the terminals in your plug,
proceed as follows :--
1. The BLUE wire must be connected to the terminal marked N or coloured black.
2. The BROWN wire must be connected to the terminal marked L or coloured red.
IMPORTANT NOTE :Under no circumstances should either of these wires be connected to the Earth terminal of the three pin plug,
marked with the letter E or the earth symbol.

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ACCESSORIES
Remote Control Transmitter
EUR511300
Batteries for the Remote Control
Transmitter.
(2 x R6 (UM3) size)
Check that you have the accessories and items shown
Operating Instruction book
TQB8E3504
TV Guarantee
CRT Guarantee
Questionnaire
Black --- 4857538301
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TX-- 14B4T
TX-- 14B4T/B
Silver --- 4857538301Z
Av cover
INSERTING THE REMOTE CONTROL BATTERIES
Replace the cover
12 3
Slide off the battery cover Insert batteries -- note correct polarity
(+ and -- )
Notes:
DMake sure that the batteries are fitted the correct way round.
DDo not mix old batteries with new batteries. Remove old, exhausted batteries immediately.
DDo not mix different battery types, i.e. Alkaline and Manganese. Do not use rechargeable (Ni-- Cad) batteries.

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BASIC CONTROLS
Front Panel
Power On/Off switch
STR (Normalisation store)
Used to store tuning and other
function settings
F(Function select)
Displays the On Screen Display functions, use
repeatedly to select from the available functions ---
Volume, Contrast, Brightness, Colour, Sharpness,
Tint (in NTSC mode) and Mode.
Increases or decreases the programme position by
one. When a function is already displayed, press to
increase or decrease the selected function
TV/AV switch (see page 13).
Headphones socket
(see page 20).
Red light is a standby
mode indicator. Use
Standby switch, +/--- or
0---9 buttons to switch
TV On.
RCA Audio/Video
socket (see page 20).
Remote Control Unit
Standby On/Off switch
Adjusts currently selected function. If no
function has been selected, adjusts the
volume.
Function select. Press to select On
Screen Menus (see page 8).
Recalls the settings stored with the STR
button (on the TV front panel).
Numeric keys to:
--- c h a n g e p r o g r a m m e s ;
--- directly select channels;
--- teletext page.
Direct channel access: press then select
the channel on the numeric buttons.
If you want to select a channel on
HYPERBAND(cableTV),pressthedirect
channel access key, then programme
up/down keys (C and +/---) to select
channel number.
TV/AV mode selection (see page 16). Also used
to save and confirm On Screen Display options.
Sound mute On/Off
Status button to display:
--- programme position;
--- channel number;
--- t i m e ;
--- teletext station name.
Channel number up and down, menu option
selection, Teletext page selection.
Two---digit (10 to 99) programme
number selection.
Teletext keys (see page 19).
VCRkeys(seepage17).
Off timer; switches off TV at the time you set from
0 to 90 minutes with 15---minute intervals.

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QUICK START GUIDE
1. If connecting the TV using an RF cable only, proceed to option 1.
2. If connecting the TV to VCR or Satellite Receiver using Scart and RF cables, proceed to option 2.
3 If connecting the TV both to Satellite Receiver and VCR using Scart and RF cables, proceed to option 3.
.
1. Connection of TV using an RF cable
only
2. Connection of TV to VCR or Satellite receiver
using Scart and RF cables
Mains
Socket
Mains
Socket
Mains
Socket
VCR or SATELLITE RECEIVER
Aerial Input
socket
Aerial Outp
u
socket
AV Scart sockets
Aerial Input
socket
Aerial Input
socket
3. Connection of TV to VCR and Satellite receiver using Scart and
RF cables
SATELLITE
RECEIVER
VCR Scart
socket
TV Scart
socket
Aerial Input
socket
Aerial
Output
socket
AV Scart socket
VCR
Mains
Socket
Mains
Socket
Aerial
Input
socket
Aerial Output
socket
Aerial Input
socket
AV Scart socket
TV
Mains
Socket
RF Connections
Connect an RF cable to the Aerial In socket of the Satellite Receiver.
Connect an RF cable from the RF socket of the Satellite Receiver to the RF In socket of the VCR.
Connect an RF cable from the RF Out socket of the VCR to the TV Aerial In socket.
Notes :
Additional equipment and cables are not supplied.
Further details of Audio/ Video connections can be found on page 20.
Further information for VCR and Satellite Receiver installation with this TV can be found on page 18.

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QUICK START GUIDE
2Programmes will appear immediately if your dealer has
programmed the TV for you.
If the TV has not been programmed for you then Auto
setup will begin. TV stations will be located, sorted into
order and stored ready for use. *2
1Ensure that the VCR is in Standby mode.
Switch ON your Satellite Receiver; to ensure reliable
tuning select either SKY ONE or SKY NEWS (for
analogue satellite receiver). Select any channel for
digital satellite receiver. *1
Plug the TV into mains socket and switch ON.
3Owner ID
As an added feature, this TV has the option of
adding a security code (Owner ID) and personal
details into its memory, so that in the unfortunate
event of theft it will help the Police to trace the
owner.
Enter required 4 digit Owner ID PIN NUMBER.
(using 0 to 9 on the remote control).
4Enter NAME, HOUSE NUMBER and
POSTCODE. If a 4 digit PIN NUMBER was
entered above, you will be taken automatically
to the NAME line.
If not, move to the NAME line.
Change character.
Select character position.
Repeat above until NAME, HOUSE NUMBER
and POSTCODE are entered.
Press TV/AV to store the details.
Press TV/AV again, when you are asked
A r e y o u s u r e ? 
For further information on Owner ID, see page 15.
A space is provided on page 15 to write down the PIN
NUMBER for future reference.
Mains
Socket
*1. If, after Auto Setup is complete, the programme position of the digital satellite receiver is not to your preference, you can re --- arrange
the programme position with the Swap feature. (See page 16 for details.)
*2. The sorting order depends upon the TV signal, the broadcasting system, and reception conditions. If either BBC1, BBC2 or ITV are
not located, then their respective pre---allocated programme positions (1 to 3) will remain unused.
Programme
Position
All stations
available No Channel 5 No Channel 5 / S4C
No Channel 4 /
Channel 5 No S4C No Channel 4 / S4C
No Channel 4 / S4C /
Channel 5
1BBC1 BBC1 BBC1 BBC1 BBC1 BBC1 BBC1
2BBC2 BBC2 BBC2 BBC2 BBC2 BBC2 BBC2
3ITV ITV ITV ITV ITV ITV ITV
4Channel 4 Channel 4 Channel 4 S4C Channel 4 Channel 5 Satellite
5S4C S4C Satellite Satellite Channel 5 Satellite ~
6Channel 5 Satellite ~ ~ Satellite ~ ~
7Satellite ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~
Note : The next available channel will appear, if no other stations are available then the Programme position will remain unused.

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MAIN MENU FLOW CHART
Main Menu
Contrast
Brightness
Colour
Sharpness
Tint (NTSC only)
Setup Menu
Auto Setup searching
Auto Setup warning
Manual Tuning
Swap
Off / On
Owner ID --- enter PIN number Owner ID --- change details
Setup Menu
Aspect
Colour Balance
Tuning Menu
Volume Correction
(AV)
Shipping Condition confirmation
Auto/4:3/16:9
Normal / Warm / Cool
Tuning Menu
Auto Setup
Manual Tuning
Swap
Child Lock
Shipping Condition
Owner ID Shipping Condition
ON SCREEN DISPLAYS
Your TV is equipped with a comprehensive menu system for tuning and selection of levels.
Contrast
Brightness
Colour
Sharpness
Tint (NTSC only)
Setup menu
Main Menu
Menu title
S u b --- m e n u
Selection bar
Instructions
Level indicator
Press the Fbutton to
enter the menu.
Press the Nbutton to
exit the menu.
The cursor buttons are used to
navigate the menu system and to
select levels.
Select
Adjust
Exit
Some selections, such as Contrast,Brightness,Colour and Sharpness will allow you to increase or decrease their
level.
Some selections, for example, Aspect, allow a change of setting to be made.
Some selections, such as Setup menu, will lead to another menu.
The Fbutton is used to open the main menu and also to return to the previous menu.
The Nbuttonisusedtoexitanopenmenucompletely.
The TV/AV button is used to confirm a selection.

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Main menu
This menu allows adjustment of picture quality and gives access to various other features.
Press the Fbutton.
Contrast
Brightness
Colour
Sharpness
Tint (NTSC only)
Setup Menu
Main Menu
Select
Adjust
Exit
Move to your choice.
Increase or decrease levels, set
option or access further menus.
Press the Nbutton to exit the menu.
Contrast
The Contrast, Brightness, Colour and
Sharpness levels can be adjusted to
suit your own preferences. You can
revert to the factory set levels at any
time by pressing the Nbutton.
The Tint adjustment will only appear
as a menu item if you have an NTSC
signal source connected to the TV
and will allow adjustment of the hue.
Sharpness
Colour
Brightness
Tint
Contrast