Panasonic TX-29P300K User manual

ColourTelevision
Operating Instructions
Model No.
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Please read these instructions before operating your set and
retain them for future reference.
TX-29P300X
TX-29P300K TX-34P300X
TX-34P300K

2
Warnings and Cautions 4~5
Before OperatingThis Set 6~7
Battery Installation ............................................................................................................................................................... 6
Connecting the Aerial cable to the RF In Terminal .............................................................................................................. 7
Connecting the Plug to the Wall outlet ................................................................................................................................. 7
How to turn the Power On.................................................................................................................................................... 7
Location of Controls 8~9
Remote Control.................................................................................................................................................................... 8
Controls and Terminals on the TV........................................................................................................................................ 9
Connections 10~15
How to connect the “AV1, 2, 3 or 4”Input Terminals .......................................................................................................... 10
How to connect the DVD Input Terminals .......................................................................................................................... 11
How to connect the AV Monitor Output Terminals to other equipment .............................................................................. 11
How to connect the AUDIO-OUT terminals ....................................................................................................................... 12
How to connect the DIGITAL AUDIO INPUT ..................................................................................................................... 12
How to connect External Speakers.................................................................................................................................... 13
How to connect the RGB InputTerminals .......................................................................................................................... 14
Connecting Headphones ................................................................................................................................................... 15
Dear Panasonic Customer
Welcome to the Panasonic family of customers. We hope that you will
have many years of enjoyment from your new colour television set.
To obtain maximum benefit from your set, please read these Instructions
before making any adjustments, and retain them for future reference.
Retain your purchase receipt also, and note down the Model Number and
Serial Number of your set in the space provided on the rear cover of
these Instructions.
Table of Contents

3
General Operation 16~17
How to switch the power ON or OFF/STANDBY mode...................................................................................................... 16
Programme Number Selection .......................................................................................................................................... 16
Direct Programme Number Selection ................................................................................................................................ 16
Volume Adjustment ............................................................................................................................................................ 17
TV/AV Mode Selection....................................................................................................................................................... 17
Mute Button ....................................................................................................................................................................... 17
Recall Button ..................................................................................................................................................................... 17
STR.................................................................................................................................................................................... 17
Function selection.............................................................................................................................................................. 17
Geomagnetic Correction 18
Using the On Screen Displays 19
Picture Menu 20~21
Sound Menu 22~23
Setup Menu 24~25
Tuning Menu 26~29
Channel Selection.............................................................................................................................................................. 26
Tuning Menu ...................................................................................................................................................................... 27
Auto tune ........................................................................................................................................................................... 28
Auto tune (via front panel) ................................................................................................................................................. 28
Manual tune ....................................................................................................................................................................... 29
Manual tune (via front panel) ............................................................................................................................................. 29
Aspect Controls 30
Menu Operation 31~32
Multi PIP ............................................................................................................................................................................ 31
Channel search.................................................................................................................................................................. 32
Surround Sound 33~35
Surround Sound Systems.................................................................................................................................................. 34
DTS / Dolby Digital and Pro Logic modes ......................................................................................................................... 35
Simulated mode................................................................................................................................................................. 35
Speaker level setup ........................................................................................................................................................... 35
Advanced Remote Control Operation 36~39
Stereo Reception ............................................................................................................................................................... 36
VCR / LD / DVD ................................................................................................................................................................. 37
TELE TEXT........................................................................................................................................................................ 38
Channel Allocation 40
Troubleshooting 41
Specifications 42~43
Table of Contents

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Warnings and Cautions
Warnings Unplug the power cord in the
event of any malfunction
(screen goes blank, no sound,
oddsounds,smokeorunusual
odours coming from the unit).
Unplug the power cord if
foreign matter or water falls
into the unit, or if the unit is
dropped or the cabinet is
damaged.
DO NOT place any of the
following on the unit:
Flower vases, flower pots,
cups, small metal objects, or
cosmetics containers,
chemicals or water.
DO NOT insert foreign objects
(metal or easily flammable
objects).
TAKE CARE NOT to damage
the power cord.
DONOTtouch the aerial cable
and this unit when there is
lightning.
DO NOT place in humid or
dusty location, or areas
exposedto smokeorsteam.
DO NOT place in direct
sunlight and other sources
of direct heat.
DO NOT use this unit near
water. (near a bath tub, etc.)
DO NOT use if the power cord
or power plug is damaged, or
if the plug does not fit tightly
into the socket.
DO NOT remove the rear
cover as live parts and High
Voltage components are
accessible when the rear
cover is removed.
DO NOT place in an unstable
location.
DO NOT touch the power plug
if your hands are wet.
DONOTuseat a voltage other
than indicated.
Cautions

5
DONOTstand, orplace heavy
objects on the unit.
Particular careshouldbetaken
by families with small children.
Adequate ventilation is
essential to prevent failure of
electrical components, we
recommend that a gap of at
least 10cm( ) is left all
around this unit even when it
is placed inside a cabinet or
between shelves.
Before cleaning, unplug the
power plug from the socket.
Unplugthepowerplug fromthe
socket if you are not going to
use the unit for an extended
period.
The unit contains many plastic
parts.For this reason DO NOT
use benzine, thinner or other
chemicals to clean the unit.
DONOTbringinto contactwith
insecticide or other volatile
substances.
DONOTallowthe unitto come
into contact for extended
periods with rubber or vinyl
products.
Placein a safelocation.
Turn the power “Off” before
connecting other electrical
equipment.
DO NOT jolt the unit.
Ask your sales outlet to install
the aerial.
Dust will accumulate on the
picture screen. Please wipe
with a soft cloth from time to
time. If you use a chemically
treatedcloth, please becareful
to follow the instructions that
come with the cloth.
Remove dirt and soiling by
wiping with a light cloth.
Evenif theunitis heavilysoiled,
donotapply cleaner directly to
the unit. Soak a cloth in a
solution of neutral cleanser
thinned with water.Then wring
out the cloth, wipe the unit
clean,and finishbywiping with
a dry cloth.
Cleaning
Caution
Warnings and Cautions

6
Before OperatingThis Set
Battery Installation
The incorrect use of batteries can cause electrolyte leakage which will corrode the Remote Control or cause the
batteries to burst.
Old Batteries New Batteries
Replace both batteries at the same time. Don't mix battery types
(alkaline with carbon zinc, etc.) Don't Recharge.
Do not use rechargeable (Ni-Cd) batteries.
They are different in shape and performance and may fail to ensure correct operation.
Replace the cover, and slide in reverse until the lock
snaps.
3
Two “R6 (AA)”size
Batteries: Use two “R6 (AA)”size batteries.
Insert the batteries ensuring correct polarity.
Thisisidentifiablebythe“+”and“−”symbolsonboththebatteries
and inside the battery compartment.
2
Open the cover.
Applyslightdownwardpressurewhilepullingtowardsthebottom.
1
Battery cautions

7
Before Operating This Set
Connecting the Aerial cable to the RF In Terminal
To obtain optimum quality picture and sound, an Aerial, the correct cable (75
Ohm 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 your television receiver.
Your local Television Service Centre or Dealer may be able to assist you in
obtaining the correct Aerial system for your particular area and 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.
UHF Aerial
RF In Terminal
Coaxial Aerial Plug
VHF Aerial
Mixer
75 Ohm
Coaxial Cable
AV1
IN AV2 IN AV4 IN
MONITOR
OUT
AUDIO-OUT
L
R
C
L
R
W
FRONT
CENTRE SUBWOOFER
REAR
S-VIDEO
VIDEO
VIDEO
AUDIO
L
R
AUDIO
L
R
MONO MONO MONO
DVD
[Y-Pa-P R ]
DVD
[Y-Pa-P R ]
YY
OPTICAL
COAXIAL
FRONT
REAR
PCM/AC-3
DIGITAL AUDIO INPUT
EXT.
L
R
L
R
RF in
Terminal
Coaxial aerial plug
75 Ohm Coaxial Cable
Press the Power switch on Television to turn the set on. (See page 16)
How to turn the Power On
Note:
•Mains plug types vary between countries.The mains plug shown at left
may therefore not be the type fitted to your set.
Connecting the Plug to the Wall outlet
100Hz PROGR
E

8
Location of Controls
Remote Control
REC VCR
STR HELP
DISC SIDE
AB
LD/DVD
N
?
PICTURE
SOUND
SET UP
TV/TEXT
F.P. INDEX
STILL
HOLD
100Hz/
PROGRE
SURROUND
ASPECT
123
456
789
0
MULTI
PIP
CH SEARCH
TV/AV
Sound Mute (see page 17)Power (Stand-by) (see page 16)
Picture Menu (see page 20)
Sound Menu (see page 22)
Set up Menu (see page 24)
Stereo/Bilingual Sound Selection
(see page 36)
TELE TEXT (see page 38)
TV/TEXT Selection (see page 32)
TEXT Favourite Page Selection
(see page 39)
100Hz/PROGRE (see page 21)
Surround (see page 22)
Aspect (see page 30)
Picture in Picture Selection
(see page 31)
Recall (see page 17)
VCR/LD/DVD Rewind/Review
(see page 37)
Normalization (see page 21)
Store (see page 17)
Programme Number Up and Down
(see page 16)
Volume Up and Down (see page 17)
TV/AV Mode Selection (see page 17)
Direct programme Number
Two Digit-programme Number
Selection (see page 16)
VCR/LD/DVD Play (see page 37)
TEXT hold (see page 32)
/Still (see page 32)
TEXT Index (see page 39)
/Channel Search (see page 32)
Coloured buttons used for
Aspect functions (see page 30)
Teletext functions (see page 38)
AV selection (see page 17)
VCR/LD/DVD Fast Forward/Cue
(see page 37)
VCR/LD/DVD Stop (see page 37)
VCR/LD/DVD Control (see page 37)
Help (see page 19)

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Location of Controls
Controls and Terminals on the TV
STR F–/ +/ TV/AV
AV1
IN AV2 IN AV4 IN
MONITOR
OUT
AUDIO-OUT
L
R
C
L
R
W
FRONT
CENTRE SUBWOOFER
REAR
S-VIDEO
VIDEO
VIDEO
AUDIO
L
R
AUDIO
L
R
MONO MONO MONO
DVD
[Y-Pa-PR]
DVD
[Y-Pa-PR]
Y
Pa
Y
Pa
P
R P R
OPTICAL
COAXIAL
FRONT
REAR
PCM/AC-3
DIGITAL AUDIO INPUT
EXT.
L
R
L
R
AV1
IN AV2 IN AV4 IN
MONITOR
OUT
AUDIO-OUT
L
R
C
L
R
W
FRONT
CENTRE SUB WOOFER
REAR
S-VIDEO
VIDEO
VIDEO
AUDIO
L
R
AUDIO
L
R
MONO MONO MONO
DVD
[Y-P B -P R ]
DVD
[Y-P B -P R ]
Y
P
B
Y
P
B
P R P R
OPTICAL
COAXIAL
FRONT
REAR
PCM/AC-3
DIGITAL AUDIO INPUT
EXT.
L
R
L
R
Main Sub. S-VIDEO VIDEO
AUDIO
RL/MONO RGB (31.5kHz)
AV3
IN
Main Sub. S-VIDEO VIDEO
AUDIO
RL/MONO RGB(31.5kHz)
AV3
IN
STR F–/ +/ TV/AV
Item
No. Function Refer to Page Item No. Function Refer to Page
Main Headphones Jack 15
Sub Headphones Jack 15
AV3 Input Terminals 10
RGB Input Terminal 14
STR 17
Function 17
Volume Down (−) /
16
Volume Up (+) / 16
TV/AV Selection 17
Aerial Terminal (RF In Terminal) 7
Digital Audio Input Terminals 12
Audio Output Terminals 12
Monitor Output Terminals 11
AV1 Input Terminals 10
AV2 Input Terminals 10
AV4 Input Terminals 10
DVD (Y
•
PB
•
PR) Input 11
Speaker Output 13
Programme Number Down ( )
Programme Number Up ( )

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How to connect the “AV1, 2, 3 or 4” Input Terminals
AV1
IN
VIDEO
AUDIO
(Super-VHS VCR)
Audio
OUT Video OUT S-Video OUT
RL
(VHS VCR)
VIDEO
AUDIO
Audio
OUT Video OUT
RL
AV1
IN
MONO
S Video
input
( )
MONO
AV1
IN AV2 IN AV4 IN
MONITOR
OUT
AUDIO-OUT
L
R
C
L
R
W
FRONT
CENTRE SUB WOOFER
REAR
S-VIDEO
VIDEO
VIDEO
AUDIO
L
R
AUDIO
L
R
MONO MONO MONO
DVD
[Y-P B -P R ]
DVD
[Y-P B -P R ]
Y
P
B
Y
P
B
P R P R
AV1
IN AV2 IN AV4 IN
MONITOR
OUT
AUDIO-OUT
L
R
C
L
R
W
FRONT
CENTRE SUB WOOFER
REAR
S-VIDEO
VIDEO
VIDEO
AUDIO
L
R
AUDIO
L
R
MONO MONO MONO
DVD
[Y-P B -P R ]
DVD
[Y-P B -P R ]
Y
P
B
Y
P
B
P R P R
Connect VCRs and other peripheral equipment
Notes:
• When an S-Video cable is connected to the S-Video terminal, the Video input will be automatically switched off for that
AV mode.
• When a Monaural VCR is used, connect the Monaural Audio cable to the Audio “L” (Left) terminal.
• Select the desired AV input position by pressing the TV/AV button. (Refer to page 17)
• Input 3 is located on the front of the unit.
• The AV2 and AV4 audio input terminals serve as the audio input terminal for both theVideo input and for the DVD input
AV2.
Connections