Panasonic TX15TA1C, tx 15ta1c Owner's manual

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TX-15TA1C
TQBE0428
Please read these instructions before operating your set and retain
them for future reference.
Multi-Media Terminal: LCD-Monitor with Tuner
Operating Instructions
2
WELCOME
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. Technically your set is more advanced than the previous models, however the “Quick
Start-Up Guide” will help you operate your set easily. Later you may read this manual and use it for further
reference.
WARNINGS AND PRECAUTIONS
This Multi Media Terminal set is designed to be connected to an AC 100-240V, 50/60Hz power source.
• To avoid damage that may result in an 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 and high-voltage components are accessible. No components
need any technical maintenance by the user.
• The power switch does not totally disconnect the set from the power source. If you are not going to use the
unit for an extended period, unplug the power plug from the socket.
• CLEANING THE UNIT AND SCREEN
Unplug the power plug from the socket. To clean the unit and the screen use a soft cloth slightly soaked in a
soap solution. Do not use solutions containing benzene or other petroleum products. The unit may generate
stoic electricity, so be careful when touching the screen.
• Do not expose he unit to direct sunlight or other sources of direct heat.
Adequate ventilation is essential to prevent failure of electrical components; we recommend that a gap of at
least 5 cm is left around the unit even when it is placed inside a cabinet or between shelves.
• WASTE DISPOSAL
The used packaging and batteries should be disposed of in special containers intended for this purpose.
CE CONFORMITY
This device complies with the requirements of EEC directive 89 / 336 / EEC as amended by 92
/ 31 EEC and 93 / 68 / EEC Art, 5 with regard to‘Electromagnetic compatibility”, and of 73 / 23 /
EEC as amended by 93 / 68 / EEC Art. 13 with regard to ‘‘safety’’
#1 :Satisfies standards with no problems in performance and reliability.
#2 :Effects may appear temporarily on the screen but there will be no problem in reliability.
#3 :There is fear of the product breaking down.
#4 :If a signal cable other than that specified is used, it may be the cause of electromagnetic interference to
peripheral devices.
To assure continued CE compliance, the user must use the provided 1.5 m shielded video signal cable with
bonded ferrite cores at both ends of the cable.
Handle correctly in accordance with the instruction manual.
EMI: Electromagnetic Interference ESD: Electrostatic Discharge
RF : Radio Frequency F/B : Fast Transient / Burst
Required item
EMI
ESD
RADIATED RF
TRANSIENT F/B
LINE HARMONICS
RemarksRelative to Standard Value Relative to those Exceeding Standard Value
NOTE:
For aesthetic reasons, it is recommended not to use the primary color blue on a dark background, this would
result in poor discernibility, eye strain and insufficient character contrast.
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IMPORTANT SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
Please read all of these instruction carefully.
Please keep this users manual for later use.
Please disconnect this equipment from AC socket-outlet before cleaning. Don‘t use liquid or aprayed
detergent for cleaning. Use moisture sheet or cloth for cleaning.
For pluggable equipment, the socket-outlet shall be installed near the equipment and shall be easily
accessible.
Please keep this equipment from humidity.
Lay this equipment on a reliable surface when install. A drop or fall could cause injury.
The openings on the enclosure are for air convection hence protect the equipment from overheating.
Do Not COVER THE OPENING.
Make sure the voltage of the power source when connect the equipment to the power outlet.
Place the power cord such a way that people can not step on it. Do not place anything over the power
cord.
All cautions an d warnings on the equipment should be noted.
If the equipment is not used for long time, disconnect the equipment from socket-outlet to avoid being
damaged by transient overvoltage.
Never pour any liquid into openings, this could cause fire or electric shock.
Never open the equipment. For safety reason, the equipment should only be opened by qualified service
personnel.
If one of the following situations arises, get the equipment checked by a service personnel:
a. The
power cord or power plug is damaged.
b. Liquid has penetrated into the equipment.
c. The equipment has been exposed to moisture.
d. The equipment does not work well or you can not get it work according to users manual.
e. The equipment has dropped and damaged.
f. The equipment has obvious sign of breakage.
The sound pressure level at the operator position according to DIN 45 635 part 1000 is equal or less than
70 dB(A).
The equipment can be operated at an ambient temperatures of 35˚C maximum.
CAUTION: Danger of explosion if battery is incorrectly replaced.
Replace only with the same or equipment type. Recommended by the manufacturer. Dispose of used
batteries according to the manufacturer's instructions.
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
Quick Start 9
Main Controls 11
Main Menu Flow Chart 13
On-Screen Menu Indications 13
Main menu 14
Sound menu 15
Setup menu 16
Tuning menu 17
Tuning -Automatic Tuning Process (ATP) 18
Tuning-Manual Tuning 19
Swap-Programme swapping 21
On-Screen Display Language 21
AV selection - AV Mode 22
Mute 22
Teletext Functions 23
Autosort 25
Extend audio/ video connections
26
Connecting a computer 30
Names of parts and functions 31
TV-AV or PC operation 33
Direct control 33
Flow chart of PC mode menu 34
Picture menu 36
Display menu 38
Sound menu 40
System menu 41
On-screen functions 43
Power management functions 43
Preset mode 44
Security port 45
Care 45
Trouble shooting 46
Specifications 50
Pin assignment 51
21-pin SCART AV port 51
15-pin Mini-D-Sub connector 51
User information
Accessories 5
Preparing the remote control unit 6
Installing the stand 7
Connecting the monitor and Tuner 8
LC-display operation 29
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Apple and Macintosh are registered trademarks of Apple Computer, Inc. (USA and other countries).
Windows is a registered trademark of Microsoft Corporation (USA).
VESA is a registered trademark of the Video Electronics Standards Association.
DPMS and DDC are trademarks of the Video Electronics Standards Association.
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ACCESSORIES
Remote control unit (including 1
battery)
Tuner stand
Cable cover... 1 piece
Signal cable... 1 cable
(Mini-D-Sub -- Mini-D-Sub)
Audio cable... 1 cable
(3.5 mm stereo mini plug)
TX-15TA1C
TQBE0428
Diese Anleitung ist vor Inbetriebnahme des Flüssigkristallmonitor für AV und PC sorgfältig zu lesen
und für zukünftige Informationssuche aufzubewahren
Flüssigkristallmonitor für AV und PC
Bedienungsanleitung
Disk with installation file for
Windows 95/98... 1 disk
Operating Instructions (this
manual)... 1 manual
Power adapter and power cable...
1 set
(Part number: N0JZHK000003)
The disk with the installation (INF) file is intended for Windows 95/98. It is not compatible with Windows
NT and Mac OS.
For details, please refer to file “Readme_eng.txt” on the disk. This read me-file contains important
information. Please read the file and follow the instructions.
This unit conforms to VESA DDC. To use the plug & play function, your computer and graphics card
must also conform to this standard.
For details, please refer to the instruction manuals of the computer and graphics card used.
Notes:
Make sure all accessories and other parts shown on this page are included.
Connecting cable... 1 cable
Television guarantee... 1 copy
(Part number: N2QAGC000011)
(
Part number :TBLB3053-1
)
(
Part number :TKXA11102
)
(Part number: K1HA26DC0001)
(Part number: K1HA30DA0004)
(Part number: TSXF 149)
(Part number: N2CQ2CA000003)
(Part number: TQBE0428)
(Part number: TQDC18002-1)
(Part number: TNQX013-4)
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PREPARING THE REMOTE CONTROL UNIT
Also refer to the label ‘‘Replacing the battery’ on the back of the remote control unit.
Note:
Replace the tray and slide back the latch until it snaps in place.
Remove battery as shown below. Install the battery in the battery
tray. (Confirm that the positive pole marked “+” is facing up. )
Draw out the battery tray by sliding latch and pulling in the
direction of as show below.
1
3
Pull out the battery holder
Reinsert the battery holder
2
Replace the battery
If the remote control unit only works when held very close to the reception sensor, the battery is probably
exhausted.
In this case, please replace the battery with a new one.
“Replacing batteries” label
Do not drop the remote control unit, subject it to hard shock or step on it (this might cause
breakage of parts and malfunction).
Make sure there are no obstacles between the remote control unit and the remote-control
reception sensor on the monitor.
Do not use the remote control unit at the same time as a remote control unit for other
devices.
Replace the battery if the remote control unit no longer functions even when used close to
the monitor. For details, please refer to the label “Replacing the battery” on the back of the
remote control unit and to the instructions below.
Remove the insulation sheet
The lithium battery is included in the remote
control at the time of delivery.
Remove the insulation sheet to operate the
remove control.
Back of the Remote Control
the insulation sheet
Replacing the battery
Battery
(CR2025)
Rear
Precautions:
Rear
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INSTALLING THE STAND
Do not use the stand for any other devices than the Tuner.
Do not place any other devices than the monitor on the Tuner.
Place the unit on a stable surface.
Place the Tuner stand so that the
arrow is positioned in front (see
illustration below).
1
2
Securely slide the Tuner into the stand.
3
Placing the monitor on the Tuner
Upright positioning of the Tuner
(Please use the supplied stand for the Tuner.)
Precaution:
Precaution:
Align the mark on the bottom of the Tuner
with the mark on the Tuner stand.
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CONNECTING THE MONITOR AND TUNER
Connect the signal output (SIGNAL OUT) socket on the rear panel of the Tuner to the
signal input (SIGNAL IN) socket on the monitor using the connecting cable.
The connecting cable and the signal inputs and outputs on the monitor and on the rear panel of
the Tuner are specifically designed for this product. Do not connect any other devices or cables.
Connect the cable before connecting the power adapter. If you need to disconnect the cable,
first disconnect the power adapter.
After connecting the cables, please attach the cable cover to the rear of the monitor in order to
protect the cables.
Insert the three tabs on the upper side
of the cable cover into the holes of the
connection section on the rear of the
monitor.
1
Slide the two sides of the lower part of
the cable cover into position until they
audibly click into place.
2
Remove the cable cover by pulling it downward in the middle of the lower section.
Removing the cable cover
Attaching the cable cover
Please make sure that the cable cover does not trap any of the cables.
Connecting the monitor and Tuner
Precaution:
Precaution:
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QUICK START
For TV reception, an antenna must be properly connected to this unit
using a suitable cable.
OR
SCART
2
2
1
3
PC
AV
Connect the power cord to the power adapter. Then connect
the DC plug to the Tuner and the power plug to the power
outlet.
Turn the unit ON by pressing the power switch.
1
2
3
10
Automatic tuning will turn on, your transmitting stations
will be found, saved in memory, and organized.
(see page 25).
Press button “F” if you want to stop;
Press button “N” if you want to cancel the ATP
sequence.
Select your language.
4
Press the TV/AV button.
Select your country.
Press the TV/AV button.
5
Channel selection
Volume adjustment
QUICK START continued
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MAIN CONTROLS
Remote Control Unit
TV·AV/PC button
For switching between TV·AV
mode and PC mode. The
mode changes each time the
key is pressed.
Two-digit (10 to 99) programme
number selection.
Adjusts the selected functions. If
the required function has not been
selected, adjusts the volume.
Teletext operation buttons
(See page 24).
Selects functions. Press to
select menu on the screen
(see p. 13).
Sound mute
On screen button
– programme position;
– channel number;
– time:
sound (stereo/mono/M1/M2)
– teletext station name.
Stand-by switch (On/Off)
To switch the unit on/off for TV/
AV and PC operation (Stand-
by).
Channel number up and down,
menu line selection, Teletext
page selection.
Recalls the levels selected
with the STR button (on the
unit front panel).
Cancels the menu indication
on the screen.
Channel direct-selection: Press and
select the channel on the numbered
buttons.
If you want to select a channel in the
HYPERBAND (cable TV) with the
direct channel selection button, Press
the direct selection button, then
programme up and down button (“C”
and “–/– –”) and select the number
with the numbered buttons.
TV/AV mode selection (see
page 22).
This button is used to save and
confirm the screen menu
indications.
Numbered buttons to:
– change programmes;
– directly select channels;
– teletext page selection
(see page 24).
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F (selection of function)
Function are displayed on the screen, another press will
select accessible functions such as volume, contrast,
brightness, colour, sharpness, tint (NTSC only), bass,
treble, stereo sound balance, and setup mode.
TV·AV/PC button
This button switches between
TV.AV mode and PC mode. The
mode changes every time the
button is pressed.
Saving of the tuning modes and
other function adjustments (STR).
TV/AV mode selection (see page 22).
This button is used to save and confirm
the screen menu indications.
Power indicator
Remote control signal
sencor
Main power supply
Standby for remote-control mode
Normal operation
DPMS (standby)
TV·AV
Black (Off)
Yellow
Black (Off)
PC
Black (Off)
Yellow
Green
LED color
Yellow
_
Power switch On/Off
PC switch
TUNER switch
MAIN CONTROLS continued
Programme number up and down
(pre-saved). If the selected function
has been displayed on the screen,
increase or decrease the level of the
selected function by pressing the
button.
13
ON-SCREEN MENU INDICATIONS
Menu headline
Menu line
Parameter indications
Buttons to be used to move across
the menu and to select parameters.
Your television set is equipped with a comprehensive menu system to be used for tuning and selection of parameters.
Some parameters such as Contrast, Brightness, Colour, and Sharpness, may be increased or decreased at your wish.
Selected lines allow to select certain functions such as Off Timer.
Other selected lines such as Setup menu allow you to go to another menu.
By pressing button “F” you either enter the on-screen indications menu or go back to another menu.
By pressing button "N" you close either the on-screen menu or the selected parameter.
Button ‘‘TV/AV’’ is normally used to confirm the selection.
Selected line
Instructions
Press button “F” to enter
the menu.
Main Menu
Contrast
Brightness
Colour
Sharpness
off timer
Sound Menu
Setup Menu
Sound Menu
Volume
Bass
Treble
Balance
MPX (TV only)
Mode
AI
Setup
Text Language
Aspect
Colour System (AV only)
Tuning Menu
OSD Language
Tuning Menu
ATP
Manual tuning
Fine tuning
Swap
Volume correc.
Child Lock
MAIN MENU FLOW CHART
Off/15/30/45/60/75/90
Stereo/Mono/M1/M2
Music/ Speech
Off/On
West/East
Auto (AV)/4:3/16:9
AUTO/PAL/NTSC/M.NTSC
Auto setup
warning
OSD Language
Deutsch
English
Français
Italiano
ELLHNIKA
Español
Norsk
Dansk
Svensk
Nederlands
Suomi
Türkçe
Português
Press button "N" to level
the menu.
Auto setup
warning
Manual tuning
Swap
Off/On
Off/On
Country
Deutschland
Österreich
France
Italia
Nederlands
Español
Belgien
Schweiz
EU.
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MAIN MENU
This section shows among others how to adjust the picture quality
The level of contrast, brightness, colour
and sharpness may be adjusted so as
to meet the requirements of your sight.
You may go back to the level set by the
manufacturer at any time by pressing
button “N”.
Press button “N” to leave the menu.
Press button “F”.
Select the required parameter.
Increase or decrease the level.
Contrast
Off timer
Sound menu
Setup menu
Brightness
Colour
Sharpness
Tint
Switches off your teltvision at the time
you set from 0 to 90 minutes with 15-
mnute intervals.
The line “Tint” will appear as a menu
line only when a NTSC signal is
connected to the unit via the AV input
thus allowing the tints to be adjusted
The Setup menu provides access
you to various advanced features and
also to the Tuning menu.
The Audio Settings menu provides
access to audio control functions.
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Parameter Volume adjusts the level of
the input sound.
Parameter Bass adjusts lower
frequencies to enhance or diminish them.
Parameter Treble adjusts higher
frequencies to enhance or diminish them.
Balance adjusts the sound level
between the left and right speakers. The
sound may be adjusted to the viewers
satisfaction.
Leave the menu by press button “N”.
Press button “F”.
Select Sound menu.
Enter Sound menu.
Volume
Bass
Treble
SOUND MENU
This section shows how to adjust the sound as you wish.
The sound quality may be changed by
selecting the Music or Speech modes.
Select the required parameter.
Adjust the level and confirm the selection.
Balance
MPX is set in position “Stereo” (in case of
stereo transmission ) thus ensuring the
best sound reproduction. However if
transmission deteriorates you are
recommended to switch over to “Mono”.
Mono (M1) and (M2) may also be selected
if a bilingual transmission is broadcast by
the station. The signal is adjusted
automatically.
The AI-device automatically analyses
the incoming sound signal to muffle the
noise and get the best sound.
MPX
Mode
AI
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Leave the menu by pressing button “N”.
Press button “F”.
Select Setup menu.
Enter Setup menu.
This section gives access to other functions and the Setup menu.
Provides access to many functions in-
cluding the ATP function, the tuning and
volume tuning. See page 17
Select the required parameter.
Adjust the parameter.
Allows selection of the language to be
used in all the menus.
Tuning Menu
SETUP MENU
Switches between western and
eastern character set in Teletext.
Text Language
The Aspect function will allow you to
view wide-screen programs with the
correct side dimensions (16:9).
Aspect
OSD Language
Selects the colour decoding system for
the programme.
Colour System
17
Provides the automatic pre-tuning of the
television. See page 18.
Leave the menu pressing by “N”.
Press button “F”.
Select Setup menu.
Enter Setup menu.
ATP
Search
Fine-Tuning
Select Tuning menu.
Enter Tuning Menu.
Swap
Volume Correction
This menu provides access to the manual and automatic tuning menu.
TV-MEMORY MENU
Allows manual tuning of the selected
channels. See page 19.
Enter the required parameter.
Swaps the programmes as you prefer.
See page 21.
The broadcasting stations may be finely
tuned to with the Fine tuning function.
Allows the volume to be set for different
broadcasting stations with different
sound levels.
Locks the programme position against
undesirable intrusion.
Child Lock
18
Press button “F”.
Select Setup menu.
Enter Setup menu.
Select Tuning Menu.
Enter Tuning Menu.
Automatic tuning will allow you to tune your television automatically to the local broadcasting stations.
TUNING MENU AUTOMATIC TUNING PROCESS (ATP)
Select your country.
Press to start the automatic tuning process
(ATP).
The television will find , tune into and sort the
local broadcasting station.
As soon as this operation is completed
programme position 1 will be displayed on the
screen.
Select ATP.
Select Access.
Press to start.
Press button Fto interrupt and Nto finish
the ATP sequence.
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Press button “F”.
Select Setup menu.
Enter Setup menu.
Select Tuning Menu.
Enter Tuning Menu.
Start tuning.
Select Manual tuning.
Enter Manual tuning.
Select the program position you need.
TUNING MANUAL TUNING
The programme positions may be tuned manually either with the on-screen menu or with the
buttons on the front panel.
Leave the menu by pressing button “N”.
When the required programme is found
save it by pressing either button “TV/AV
or STR (on the front panel of the Tuner).
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Keep pressing button “F” until “Manual tuning” is displayed.
Manual Tuning
If you know the channel numbers of your broadcasting stations, you may use direct channel selection by
using button “C” on the remote control unit to save the channels quickly:
- enter Manual menu;
- pre-set the programme number;
- Press button “C”.
- set the channel number with the numbered buttons;
- save with button “AV/TV”.
- leave the menu by pressing button “N”.
If you want to use direct channel selection in the “Hyperband” (cable TV), press the direct channel selection
button and programme position button (“C” and “-/--”) one after the other and set the number with the
numbered buttons. “CH– –” will first appear in the left top corner of the screen, and then “H:– –”. For
saving see above.
Note:
TUNER (front panel)
By pressing button “-” or “+” enter “Manual tuning”.
By pressing buttons “-” or “+” change the programme position to start the
search or change the TV system.
By pressing button TV/AVmove between “TV System”, ”Prog” or
“Search”.
When the required station is found press button STRto save the
changes.
To tune in to other programmes, repeat the above procedure or finish the
tuning by pressing button “F”.
TUNING MANUAL TUNING continued
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