Panasonic TX26LE8L Operating instructions
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Model No.
TX-26LE8L
Operating Instructions
LCD Television
Please read these instructions before operating your set and retain them for future reference.
The images shown in this manual are for illustrative purposes only.
Please refer to Pan European Guarantee Card if you need to contact your local Panasonic dealer for assistance.
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Turn your own living room into a movie theatre!
Experience an amazing level of multi-
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Viewing Advanced FAQs, etc.
Quick Start Guide
media excitement
Enjoy rich multi-media
Camcorder
Ampli er with
Speaker system
VCR
DVD player
DVD Recorder
Set top box
Contents
Be Sure to Read
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Safety Precautions ······································ 4
(Warning / Caution)
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Notes ··························································· 5
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Maintenance················································ 5
Advanced Features
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How to Use Menu Functions ····················· 18
(picture, sound quality, etc.)
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Editing Programmes·································· 22
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Tuning Programmes ·································· 24
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Control Programme Audience ·················· 26
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Restore Settings ······································· 27
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Link Functions ·········································· 28
(Q-Link / VIERA Link)
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External Equipment ··································· 34
Enjoy your TV!
Basic Features
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Watching TV ·············································· 12
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Viewing Teletext ········································ 14
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Watching Videos and DVDs ······················ 16
FAQs, etc.
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Technical Information ································ 36
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FAQs ························································· 38
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Licence ······················································ 40
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Speci cations ············································ 41
Quick Start Guide
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Accessories / Options ········· 6
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Identifying Controls ·············· 7
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Basic Connection ·················· 8
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Auto Setup ······························ 10
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Do not place the TV on
sloped or unstable
surfaces
•
The TV may fall off or tip over.
Handling the mains plug
and lead
•
Ensure that the mains plug is easily
accessible at all times. 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 is not used for a prolonged period of
time.
Do not expose to direct
sunlight and other
sources of heat
•
Avoid exposing the TV to direct sunlight
and other sources of heat. To prevent re
never place any type of candle or naked
ame on top or near the TV.
Do not expose your ears to excessive
volume from the headphones
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Irreversible damage can be caused.
Do not remove the cover
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Do not remove the rear cover as live parts are accessible when it
is removed. There are no user serviceable parts inside.
Power source
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This TV is designed to operate on 220-240 V, 50 Hz AC.
AC 220-240 V
50 Hz
IMPORTANT: THE MOULDED MAINS PLUG
FOR YOUR SAFETY, PLEASE READ THE FOLLOWING TEXT CAREFULLY.
This TV is supplied with a moulded three pin mains plug for your safety and convenience. A 5 amp fuse is tted in this
mains plug. Shall the fuse need to be replaced, please ensure that the replacement fuse has a rating of 5 amps and
that it is 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 mains plug contains a removable fuse cover, you must ensure that it is re tted when the fuse is replaced.
If you lose the fuse cover the mains plug must not be used until a replacement cover is obtained.
A replacement fuse cover may be purchased from your local Panasonic dealer.
If the tted moulded mains plug is unsuitable for the socket outlet in your home, then the fuse shall be
removed and the mains plug cut off and disposed of safety. There is a danger of severe electrical shock if the
cut off mains plug is inserted into any 13 amp socket.
If a new mains plug is to be tted, please observe the wiring code as shown below.
If in any doubt, please consult a quali ed electrician.
IMPORTANT: – The wires in this mains lead are coloured in accordance with the following code: –
Blue: Neutral Brown: Live
As the colours of the wire in the mains lead of this appliance may not correspond with the coloured
markings identifying the terminals in your mains plug, proceed as follows.
The wire which is coloured BLUE must be connected to the terminal in the mains plug
which is marked with the letter N or coloured BLACK.
The wire which is coloured BROWN must be connected to the terminal in the mains plug which is
marked with the letter L or coloured RED.
Under no circumstances should either of these wires be connected to the Earth terminal of the
three pin mains plug, marked with the letter E or the earth symbol
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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 re t
securely into the mains plug (see example 1).
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).
Example 1
Example 2
Safety Precautions
Warning & Caution
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Wipe the mains plug with a dry cloth at regular intervals. (Moisture and
dust may lead to re or electrical shock.)
Notes
Maintenance
Use only the
dedicated pedestals /
mounting equipment
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Using an unapproved pedestal or
other xtures may make the TV
unstable, risking injury. Be sure to
ask your local Panasonic dealer to
perform setup.
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Use approved pedestals / mounts
(p. 6).
Do not place foreign
objects inside the TV
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Do not allow any objects to drop
into the TV through the air vents
( re or electrical shock may result).
Auto power standby function
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If no signal is received and no operation is performed in TV mode for
30 minutes, the TV will automatically go to standby mode.
Keep the TV away from these types of equipment
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Electronic equipment
In particular, do not place video equipment near the TV
(electromagnetic interference may distort images / sound).
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Equipment with an infrared sensor
This TV also emits infrared rays (this may affect operation of other
equipment).
When the TV is not going to be used for a long
period of time, remove the mains plug.
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This TV will still consume some power even in the Off mode, as long
as the mains plug is still connected to a live socket outlet.
Transport only in upright position
Allow suf cient space
around the TV for
radiated heat
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When using the pedestal, keep the
space between the bottom of the
TV and the oor surface.
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In case of using Wall-hanging
bracket, follow the manual of it.
Do not expose to rain
or excessive moisture
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To prevent damage which might
result in electric shock or re, do not
expose this TV to rain or excessive
moisture.
This TV must not be exposed to
dripping or splashing water and
objects lled with liquid, such as
vases, must not be placed on top of
or above the TV.
Do not block the rear
ventilation openings
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Blocked ventilation by newspapers,
table cloths, curtains, etc. may
cause overheating, re or electrical
shock.
First, remove the mains plug from the socket outlet.
Display panel
Regular care: Gently wipe the surface clean of dirt by using a soft cloth.
Major contamination: Wipe the surface clean using a soft cloth dampened with
clean water or diluted neutral detergent (1 part detergent to 100 parts water).
Then, using a soft dry cloth, evenly wipe the surface clean until it is dry.
Caution
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The surface of the display panel has been specially treated and may be
easily damaged.
Do not tap or scratch the surface with your ngernail or other hard object.
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Take care not to subject the surface to insect repellent, solvent, thinner,
or other volatile substances (this may degrade surface quality).
Cabinet, Pedestal
Regular care: Wipe the surface clean using a soft dry cloth.
Major contamination: Dampen a soft cloth with clean water or water
containing a small amount of neutral detergent. Then, wring the cloth and
wipe the surface clean with it. Finally, wipe the surface clean with a dry cloth.
Caution
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Take care not to subject the TV’s surfaces to detergent.
(A liquid inside the TV could lead to product failure.)
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Take care not to subject surfaces to insect repellent, solvent, thinner, or
other volatile substances (this may deteriorate the surface by peeling
the paint).
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Do not allow the cabinet and pedestal to make contact with a rubber or
PVC substance for a long time.
Minimum distance
10
10
10 10
(cm)
Mains plug
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Accessories / Options
Standard accessories
Check that you have the accessories and items shown
Batteries for the
Remote Control (2)
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R6 (UM3)
Clamper
Operating Instructions
Optional accessories
Wall-hanging bracket
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TY-WK32LR2W
WARNING!
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Failure to use a Panasonic bracket or choosing to mount the unit
yourself will be done at the risk of the consumer.
Any damage resulting from not having a professional installer mount
your unit will void your warranty.
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Always be sure to ask a quali ed technician to carry out set-up.
Incorrect tting may cause equipment to fall, resulting in injury and
product damage.
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Do not mount the unit directly below ceiling lights (such as spotlights,
oodlights or halogen lights) which typically give off high heat. Doing
so may warp or damage plastic cabinet parts.
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Take care when xing wall brackets to the wall. Always ensure that there
are no electrical cables or pipes in the wall before hanging bracket.
How to remove the Pedestal
Remove four screws.
Rear of the TV
Please contact your nearest Panasonic dealer to purchase the
recommended wall-hanging bracket. For additional details, please
refer to the wall-hanging bracket installation manual.
Using the clamper
To tighten:
Keep
the knob
pressed
Rear of the TV
To loosen:
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Do not bundle the RF cable and mains lead together (could cause
distorted image).
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Fix cables with clampers as necessary.
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When using the optional accessory, follow the option’s assembly
manual to x cables.
Pan European Guarantee Card
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This product contains possibly dangerous parts (such as plastic bags), that can be breathed in or swallowed by
young children accidentally. Keep these parts out of reach of young children.
Installing remote’s batteries
1
Pull
open
Hook
2
+
-
-
+
Note the correct
polarity (+ or -)
Close
Caution
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Incorrect installation may cause battery
leakage and corrosion, resulting in
damage to the remote control.
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Do not mix old and new batteries.
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Do not mix different battery types (such
as alkaline and manganese batteries).
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Do not use rechargeable (Ni-Cd) batteries.
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Do not burn or breakup batteries.
Batteries must not be exposed to
excessive heat such as sunshine, re or
the like.
TV
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Remote Control
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N2QAYB000223
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Quick Start Guide
TV
PROGRAMME
ASPECT
INPUT
RETURN
EXIT
MENU
OK
OPTION
DIRECT TV REC
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REC
VCR DVD
TEXT F.P. INDEX HOLD
Cursor buttons
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Makes selections and adjustments
Standby On / Off switch
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Switches TV On or Off standby
Sound Mute
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Switches sound mute On or Off
Surround (p. 20)
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Switches Surround On or Off
Programme Up / Down
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Selects programme in sequence
Teletext (p. 14)
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Switches to teletext mode
OK
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Con rms selections and choices
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Press after selecting programme positions to
quickly change programme
VCR / DVD Panasonic equipment
operations
(p. 17)
Volume Up / Down
Programme Information
(p. 13)
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Displays programme information
Index (p. 15)
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Returns to the teletext index page
(teletext mode)
Exit
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Returns to the normal viewing screen
VIERA Link Menu (p. 31)
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Press to access VIERA Link Menu directly
Aspect (p. 13)
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Changes aspect ratio from Aspect Selection list
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Also possible by pressing this button
repeatedly until you reach the desired aspect
Option Menu (p. 12)
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Easy setting for viewing and sound
options
Main Menu (p. 18)
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Press to access VIERA Link, Picture,
Sound and Setup Menus
Favourite Page (p. 15)
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Calls up the teletext page stored in blue button
Input mode selection
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TV - switches to TV mode (p. 16)
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AV - switches to AV input mode from Input
Selection list (p. 16)
Direct TV Recording (p. 29 and p. 31)
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Records programme immediately in
DVD Recorder / VCR with Q-Link or
VIERA Link connection
Hold
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Freeze / unfreeze picture (p. 12)
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Holds the current teletext page (teletext
mode) (p. 15)
Return
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Returns to the previous menu
Numeric buttons
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Changes programme and teletext pages
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When in Standby mode, switches TV On
Coloured buttons
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Used for the selection, navigation and
operation of various functions
•
Identifying Controls
•
Accessories / Options
TV
Remote Control
Identifying Controls
C.A.T.S. (Contrast Automatic Tracking System) sensor
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Senses brightness to adjust picture quality in “Eco” mode
in Picture Menu (p. 20)
Mains power On / Off switch
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Switch On to turn on the TV or turn the TV to standby mode by the remote control
Changes the
input mode
Increases or decreases the programme
position by one. When a function is
already displayed, press to increase or
decrease the selected function. When
in Standby mode, switches TV On.
Function select
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Volume / Contrast / Brightness / Colour / Sharpness /
Tint (NTSC mode) / Bass / Treble / Balance / Auto Setup (p. 25)
Headphones
jack (p. 34)
Power LED
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Standby: red
On: green
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When using the remote control, indicates the TV has received a command.
AV3 terminals
(p. 34)
Remote control signal receiver
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AV2AV1
COMPONENT
AUDIO
IN
AUDIO
OUT
Y
P
B
P
R
L
R
L
R
RGB
VIDEO
RGB
VIDEO
S VIDEO
RF OUT
RF IN
AV2AV1
COMPONENT
AUDIO
IN
AUDIO
OUT
Y
P
B
P
R
L
R
L
R
RGB
VIDEO
RGB
VIDEO
S VIDEO
Basic Connection
Mains lead
Mains lead
SCART cable
(fully wired)
DVD Recorder or VCR
RF cable
Aerial AerialRear of the TV Rear of the TV
External equipment and cables shown are not supplied with this TV.
Please ensure that the unit is disconnected from the mains socket before attaching or disconnecting any leads.
RF cable
RF cable
TV only TV, DVD Recorder or VCR
AC 220-240 V
50 Hz
AC 220-240 V
50 Hz
Note
•
Connect to AV1 / AV2 for a DVD Recorder / VCR supporting Q-Link (p. 29).
•
For HDMI-compatible equipment, possible to connect to HDMI terminals (HDMI1 / HDMI2) by using HDMI cable
(p. 34).
•
Q-Link connection p. 28
•
VIERA Link connection p. 28
•
Read the manual of the equipment too.
Example 1
Connecting aerial
Example 2
Connecting DVD Recorder / VCR
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Quick Start Guide
AV2AV1
COMPONENT
AUDIO
IN
AUDIO
OUT
Y
P
B
P
R
L
R
L
R
RGB
VIDEO
RGB
VIDEO
S VIDEO
RF OUT
RF IN
RF IN
RF OUT
RF IN
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Basic Connection
DVD Recorder
or VCR
Aerial
Mains lead
Rear of the TV
Set top box
AC 220-240 V
50 Hz
RF cable
RF cable
TV, DVD Recorder / VCR and Set top box
SCART cable
(fully wired)
SCART cable
(fully wired)
RF cable
RF cable
Example 3
Connecting DVD Recorder / VCR and Set top box
Fully wired HDMI
compliant cable
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INPUT
ASPECT
OPTION
DIRECT TV REC
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REC
VCR DVD
TEXT F.P. INDEX HOLD
TV
RETURN
EXIT
MENU
OK
Auto Setup
EXIT
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◄ ►
99 21 41
Channel
CH29
Service Name
Searching
Sending Preset Data
Please wait!
Remote control unavailable
33%
Please select your viewing environment
Home Shop
Plug the TV into mains socket and switch On
(Takes a few seconds to be displayed)
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Auto Setup
Auto Setup is now complete and your TV is ready for viewing.
•
You can now use the remote
control to turn On the TV or turn
the TV to standby mode.
(Power LED: On)
•
To edit programmes
“Editing Programmes” (p. 22)
•
If Q-Link, VIERA Link or similar
technology (p. 28), compatible
recorder is connected, programme,
language, country / region settings
are automatically downloaded to
the recorder.
•
Auto Setup will start to search for
TV programmes and store them.
The sorted programme order
depends upon the TV signal,
the broadcasting system and
reception conditions.
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“Shop” and “Home” are equal
to “Dynamic” and “Normal”
respectively - “Viewing Mode” in
“Picture Menu” (p. 20)
Select the picture setting
Search and store TV programmes automatically.
These steps are not necessary if the setup has been completed by your local dealer.
select
set
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Quick Start Guide
Select
EXIT
Change
RETURN
Mode Music
Bass
Treble
Balance
Surround Off
Volume Correction
Reset to Default Set
Sound Menu
NICAM On
ON SCREEN HELP Instructions box
(example: Sound Menu)
Many features available on this TV can be accessed via the On Screen Display
menu.
How to use remote control
Using the
On Screen
Displays
MENU
Open the main menu
Move the cursor / select the menu
Move the cursor / adjust levels / select from a range of options
Access the menu / store settings after adjustments have been made or options
have been set
RETURN
Return to the previous menu
EXIT
Exit the menu system and return to the normal viewing screen
Note
•
If tuning has failed “Auto Setup”
(
p. 25)
•
If downloading has failed “Download”
(
p. 21)
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To initialize all settings “Shipping Condition”
(
p. 27)
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If you turned the TV Off during Standby mode last time, the TV will be in Standby mode when you turn the TV On
with Mains power On / Off switch.
On-screen operation guide
will help you.
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Auto Setup
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INPUT
RETURN
MENU
DIRECT TV REC
PROGRAMME
REC
VCR DVD
TEXT F.P. INDEX
TV
ASPECT
OK
OPTION
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EXIT
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CH05 SC2
All Analogue Services
BBCi
6
7
8
1
2
3
4
Select
Connect
EXIT
RETURN
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Watching TV
Select a programme using Information banner (p. 13)
Possible to con rm the programme name before selecting programmes.
Select a programme
up
Volume
2
Information banner appears
whenever you select a
programme
•
For details p. 13
Turn power on
(Press for about 1 second)
•
Mains power On / Off switch should be On. (p. 7)
down
or
1
•
To select the two-digit programme
number, e.g. 39
3
9
(in a short time)
Display Information banner
if it is not displayed
While the banner is displayed,
select the programme
HOLD
Freeze / unfreeze picture
Hold
Other useful functions
Display the
selectable
settings for
the current
programme
OPTION
Check or change the current
programme status instantly
•
To change
Teletext Character
Sets the teletext language
Setup Menu (p. 21)
MPX
Sound Menu (p. 20)
Volume Correction
Adjusts volume of individual programme or
input mode
Note
•
Also possible to change the settings in Menu list (p. 20 and p. 21).
select
change
•
To select from the Programme List
select
programme
watch
select programme
watch
Off Timer
Main Menu
VIERA Link
Picture
Sound
Setup
Service List Edit
Link Settings
Child Lock
Tuning Menu
Off Timer
Teletext FASTEXT
Shipping Condition
Setup Menu
Off
MENU
Display the
menu
Select “Setup”
access
select
Select “Off Timer” and set the time
•
To cancel Set to “Off” or turn the TV off.
•
To display the remaining time Information banner (p. 13)
•
When the remaining time is within 3 minutes, the remaining time will ash on screen.
Turn the TV off automatically after a xed period
set
select
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Viewing
Other useful functions
Display
Information
banner
Mute
Sound mute On
Stereo, Mono
Audio mode
1 - 90
Off Timer remaining time
•
For settings p. 12
Display Information banner
•
Also appears when changing a programme
1
CH05 SC2 PAL
Coronation Street
45StereoMute
Programme
Example:
Features available / Message meanings
•
To con rm another tuned
programme name
•
To watch the programme
listed in the banner
•
To hide
EXIT
•
Event information is referred to teletext
signal.
Event
Sound System Colour System
Change
aspect
ratio
Auto 16:9
The best ratio is chosen and
the picture expanded to ll the
screen.
For details p. 38
Directly displays the image
at “16:9” without distortion
(anamorphic).
14:9 Just
Displays the image at the
standard “14:9” without
distortion.
Displays a “4:3” image
full-screen.
Stretching is only noticeable
at the left and right edges.
4:3 4:3 Full
Displays the image at the
standard “4:3” without
distortion.
Displays a “4:3” image
enlarged horizontally to t the
screen.
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HD signal only
Zoom1 Zoom2
Displays a “16:9” letterbox or
“4:3” image without distortion.
Displays a “16:9” letterbox
(anamorphic) image
full-screen without distortion.
Zoom3
Displays a “2.35:1” letterbox (anamorphic)
image full-screen without distortion. At “16:9”,
displays the image at its maximum
(with slight enlargement).
Select
Change
EXIT
RETURN
Aspect selection
16:9
Just
14:9
4:3 Full
4:3
Zoom1
Zoom2
Zoom3
Auto
A
SPECT
Change the aspect ratio
Enjoy viewing the picture at its optimum size and aspect.
Aspect
Selection list
•
To change the mode using the ASPECT button only
A
SPECT
(Press repeatedly until you reach the desired mode)
Display Aspect
Selection list
A
SPECT
While the list is displayed,
select the mode
Note
•
Not available in teletext mode.
•
Aspect mode can be memorized separately for SD (Standard de nition), HD (High de nition).
change
select
select programme
•
Watching TV
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<< 01 02 03 04 05 06 07 >>
TELETEXT
INFORMATION
17:51 28 Feb
ASPECT
INPUT
RETURN
EXIT
REC
VCR DVD
OPTION
DIRECT TV REC
MENU
OK
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TEXT F.P. INDEX HOLD
TEXT
MENU
MENU
red
green
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Viewing Teletext
Switch to Teletext
1
Select the page
•
Displays Index
(content varies
depending on the
broadcasters)
Time / date
Current
page
number
Sub page number
Colour bar
To adjust contrast
MENU
(Press three times)
To return to TV
TEXT
or
EXIT
Using teletext conveniently
2
FULL /
TOP /
BOTTOM
Reveal
hidden
data
Re-hide
red
Reveal hidden words e.g. quiz page answers
(TOP) (BOTTOM)
(Expand the BOTTOM half)
Normal (FULL)
(Expand the TOP half)
As the blue bar is displayed
You can enjoy teletext broadcasting, including news, weather forecasts and subtitles, if this service is
provided by the broadcasters.
What is FLOF (FASTEXT) mode?
In FLOF mode, four differently coloured subjects are situated at the bottom of the screen. To access more
information about one of these subjects, press the appropriately coloured button. This facility enables fast access to
information on the subjects shown.
What is TOP mode? (in case of TOP text broadcasting)
TOP is a particular improvement of the standard teletext service that results in an easier search and effective guide.
•
Fast overview of the teletext information available
•
Easy to use step-by-step selection of the topical subject
•
Page status information at the bottom of the screen
Available page up / down
red
green
To select among subject blocks
blue
To select next subject within the subject block
(After the last subject, it moves to the next subject block.)
yellow
What is List mode?
In List mode, four differently coloured page numbers are situated at the bottom of the screen. Each of these
numbers can be altered and stored in the TV’s memory. (“Store frequently viewed pages”, p. 15)
To change mode “Teletext” in Setup Menu (p. 21)
or
or
up
down
red
green
yellow
blue
(Corresponds to the colour bar)
15
Viewing
INDEX
INDEX
Return to the main index page
HOLD
Stop automatic updating
(If you wish to hold the current page without updating)
To resume
HOLD
HOLD
View in
multi
window
Watch TV and Teletext in two windows at once
MENU
•
Operations can be made only in Teletext screen.
(Press twice)
•
Select Picture and text
On or Off
Call up a
favourite
page
F.P.
•
Call up the page stored in “blue”.
•
Factory setting is “P103”.
View a favourite page stored
Store
frequently
viewed
pages
Store frequently viewed pages in the colour bar
(List mode only)
press
and
hold
As page is
displayed
The number changes to white.
To change stored pages
press
and
hold
View sub
page
•
Sub pages:
The number of sub pages varies depending on the broadcasters (up to 79 pages).
It may take some time for searching, during which time you can watch TV.
Enter the
4-digit number
example: P6
0
0
0
6
Appears at top of
the screen
To view speci c sub page
MENU
blue
View sub page (Only when teletext is more than one page)
Watch
TV while
waiting
for update
P108
MENU
yellow yellow
Appears
when
updating is
completed
(You cannot change the programme.)
•
The news page provides a function that indicates arrival of latest news (“News Flash”).
Changes to TV screen temporarily
View the
updated
page
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Corresponding
colour button
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Colour button you
want to change
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Using Programme Guide
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Watching TV
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ASPECT
RETURN
EXIT
MENU
DIRECT TV REC
OPTION
TEXT F.P. INDEX HOLD
TV
PROGRAMME
INPUT
OK
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REC
VCR DVD
Watching Videos and DVDs
2
3
Connect the external equipment (VCRs, DVD equipment, etc.) and you can watch the input.
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To connect the equipment p. 8 and p. 9
The Remote Control is capable of operating some functions of selected Panasonic external equipment.
Select the input mode connected to the equipment
Note
•
If the external equipment has an aspect adjustment function, set to “16:9”.
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For details, see the manual of the equipment or ask your local dealer.
To return to TV
Display the Input select menu
Displays the selected mode
1
Turn the TV on
When connecting with SCART as example 2 or 3 (p. 8 and p. 9)
Receives input signals automatically when playback starts
•
Input signals are automatically identi ed by the SCART (pin 8)
terminal.
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This function is also available for HDMI connections (p. 34).
If input mode is not switched automatically
Perform and
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Dependant on the setup of the equipment
•
You can also select the input using the AV button on the remote
control or the front panel of the TV.
Press the button repeatedly until the desired input is selected.
Input Selection
AV1
AV2/S
COMPONENT
AV3/S
HDMI1
HDMI2
TV
4
View
select
watch
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Viewing
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Watching Videos and DVDs
VCR DVD
VCR / DVD switch
Select VCR to operate Panasonic VCR or DVD equipment
Select DVD to operate Panasonic DVD equipment or Player home theatre
Standby
Set to Standby mode / Turn on
Play
Playback videocassette / DVD
Stop
Stop the operations
Rewind / Skip / Search
VCR: Rewind, view the picture rapidly in reverse
DVD: Skip to the previous track or title
Press and hold to search backward
Fast-forward / Skip / Search
VCR: Fast-forward, view the picture rapidly forward
DVD: Skip to the next track or title
Press and hold to search forward
Pause
Pause / Resume
DVD: Press and hold to play at slow speed
PROGRAMME
Programme Up / Down
Select programme
REC
Record
Start recording
Panasonic equipment connected to the TV can be directly operated with the remote control.
Setting your remote control to operate Panasonic VCR, DVD, etc.
Set the VCR / DVD switch to the appropriate position
VCR DVD
Press and hold during the following operations
Enter the appropriate code for the equipment
to be controlled, see table below
Press
“VCR” position
Equipment Code
VCR 10 (default)
DVD 11
“DVD” position
Equipment Code
DVD 70 (default)
Player home theatre
71
Note
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Con rm if the remote control works correctly after changing the code.
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The codes will be reset to default values if batteries are replaced.
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“DVD” means DVD player, DVD recorders and Recorder home theatre.
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Some operations may not be possible on some equipment models.
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Main Menu
VIERA Link
Picture
Sound
Setup
Viewing Mode Dynamic
Contrast
Brightness
Colour
Sharpness
Tint
P-NR Off
Picture Menu
Colour Balance Warm
Stereo
Reset to Default Set
3D-COMB On
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ASPECT
OPTION
DIRECT TV REC
TEXT F.P. INDEX HOLD
PROGRAMME
REC
VCR DVD
TV
RETURN
EXIT
MENU
OK
Viewing Mode Dynamic
Contrast
Brightness
Colour
Sharpness
Tint
P-NR Off
Picture Menu
Colour Balance Warm
Stereo
Reset to Default Set
3D-COMB On
Colour Balance Normal
Sharpness
Tuning Menu Access
MENU
How to Use Menu Functions
Display the menu
3
2
4
Various menus allow you to make settings for the picture, sound, and other functions.
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Displays the functions that can be set
(varies according to the input signal)
To return to TV
at any time
EXIT
To return to the
previous screen
RETURN
Select the menu
Select the item
(example: Picture Menu)
Adjust or select
(example: Picture Menu)
(example: Picture Menu)
1
Changed
Number and positions of alternatives
Moved
Choose from among
alternatives
Adjust using the slide bar
Displays the next screen
Go to the next screen
To reset the settings
•
To reset the picture settings only
“Reset to Default”
in Picture Menu (p. 20)
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To reset the sound settings only
“Reset to Default”
in Sound Menu (p. 20)
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To initialize all settings
“Shipping Condition”
in Setup Menu (p. 27)
access
select
change
store or access
( Required by
some functions)
select
Advanced
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How to Use Menu Functions
(picture, sound quality, etc.)
Overview
Direct TV Rec
VIERA Link Menu
Start
Pause Live TV
Access
VIERA Link Control
Speaker Selection
Home Cinema
Recorder
(p. 33)
Main Menu
VIERA Link
Picture
Sound
Setup
The menu of the accessed
equipment
(p. 20)
Viewing Mode Dynamic
Contrast
Brightness
Colour
Sharpness
Tint
P-NR Off
Picture Menu
Colour Balance Warm
Stereo
Reset to Default Set
3D-COMB On
Mode Music
Bass
Treble
Balance
Surround Off
Volume Correction
HDMI1 Input Auto
Sound Menu
NICAM Off
Reset to Default Set
(p. 20)
Link Settings
AV2 out Monitor
Download Access
Q-Link AV2
AV1 out Monitor
VIERA Link
On
(p. 21)
Tuning Menu
Auto Setup Access
Manual Tuning
Access
(p. 24)
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Only available items can be selected.
Service List Edit Access
Link Settings
Child Lock
Tuning Menu
Off Timer Off
Setup Menu
Teletext FASTEXT
Shipping Condition Access
Access
Access
Access
AV Colour System Auto
(p. 21)
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How to Use Menu Functions
Menu list
Menu Item Adjustments / Configurations (alternatives)
VIERA Link
Pause Live TV
Controls the connected equipment with VIERA Link function, and enables various
convenient recording, playback, etc. (p. 29 - 33)
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You can also access VIERA Link Menu directly using the VIERA Link button on the
remote control.
Direct TV Rec
VIERA Link Control
Speaker Selection
Picture
Viewing Mode
Basic picture mode (Dynamic / Normal / Cinema / Eco)
Dynamic :
Provides enhanced picture contrast and sharpness when viewing in a bright room
Normal : Recommended for viewing under normal ambient room lighting conditions
Cinema : For watching movies in a darkened room producing a cinema-like picture
Eco :
Adjusts picture settings automatically dependent on ambient lighting conditions
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Set for each input signal
Contrast, Brightness,
Colour, Sharpness
Increases or decreases the levels of these options according to your personal preference
Tint
With an NTSC signal source connected to the TV, the picture hue can be adjusted to
suit your taste
•
For NTSC signal reception only
Colour Balance
Allows you to set the overall colour tone of the picture (Cool / Normal / Warm)
P-NR
Picture Noise Reduction
Automatically reduces unwanted picture noise and icker noise in the contoured parts of
a picture (Off / Min / Mid / Max)
3D-COMB
Occasionally, whilst viewing still or slow moving pictures, colour patterning may be seen
Set to “On” to display sharper and more accurate colours (Off / On)
•
For PAL or NTSC signal reception only
•
Not valid on RGB, S-Video, Component and HDMI
Reset to Default
Press the OK button to reset the present Picture Mode to the default settings
Sound
Mode
Basic sound mode (Music / Speech)
Bass
Increases or decreases level to enhance or minimise lower, deeper sound output
Treble
Increases or decreases level to enhance or minimise sharper, higher sound output
Balance
Adjusts volume level of right and left speakers
Surround
Surround sound settings (Off / On)
Provides a dynamic enhancer to simulate improved spatial effects
•
Switching is also possible by the Surround button on the remote control (p. 7).
Volume Correction
Adjusts volume of individual programme or input mode
NICAM
Select stereo / monaural (Mono / Stereo)
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Normally: Stereo
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Stereo signal cannot be received: Mono
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M1 / M2: Available while mono signal is transmitted
HDMI1 Input
Select to t the input signal (Auto / Digital / Analogue) (p. 37)
Auto : Automatic detection of digital or analogue sound source
Digital : HDMI cable connection
Analogue : HDMI-DVI adapter cable connection
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HDMI input mode only
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HDMI2 terminal is for digital signal only
•
No setting for HDMI2 available
Reset to Default
Press the OK button to reset the present Sound Mode to the default settings
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