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Panasonic Viera TX-P42VT20E Operating Instructions Manual

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Thank you for purchasing this Panasonic product.
Please read these instructions carefully before operating this product 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.
English
Model No.
TX-P42VT20E
TX-P46VT20E
TQB0E2043U-1

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  • Page 1 Please read these instructions carefully before operating this product 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.
  • Page 2 This TV may not work correctly with CI module that is not approved by the service provider. ● Additional fees may be charged depending on the service provider. ● The compatibility with future DVB services is not guaranteed. ● Check the latest information on the available services at the following website. (English only) http://panasonic.jp/support/global/cs/tv/...

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    ● Multi Window ························································ 58 copyright or other such rights in that content. Panasonic has ● Displaying PC Screen on TV ································ 59 no authority to and does not grant you that permission and ●...

  • Page 4: Safety Precautions (Warning / Caution)

    This TV must not be exposed make the TV unstable, risking injury. Be sure to ask to dripping or splashing water and objects filled with your local Panasonic dealer to perform setup. liquid, such as vases, must not be placed on top of ●...

  • Page 5: Notes

    Caution ■ ■ When cleaning the TV, remove the Do not block the rear air vents ● Blocked ventilation by newspapers, table mains plug ● cloths, curtains, etc. may cause overheating, Cleaning an energized TV may cause electrical shock. ■ fire or electrical shock.

  • Page 6: Accessories / Options

    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. Optional accessories Please contact your nearest Panasonic dealer to purchase the recommended optional accessories. For additional details, please refer to the manual of the optional accessories.

  • Page 7: Securing The Tv

    Do not use the pedestal if it becomes warped or physically damaged. ● If you use the pedestal while it is physically damaged, personal injury may result. Contact your nearest Panasonic dealer immediately. During set-up, make sure that all screws are securely tightened.

  • Page 8: Identifying Controls

    Identifying Controls Remote Control ■ Installing / removing remote’s batteries Pull Close open Note the correct Hook polarity (+ or -) Caution ● Incorrect installation may cause battery leakage and corrosion, resulting in damage to the remote control. ● Do not mix old and new batteries. ●...
  • Page 9 Remote control signal receiver ● Do not place any objects between the TV remote control signal receiver and remote control. C.A.T.S. (Contrast Automatic Tracking System) sensor ● Senses brightness to adjust picture quality when “Eco Mode” in the Picture Menu is set to “On” (p. 34) Power and Timer LED ●...

  • Page 10: Basic Connection

    Basic Connection 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. When disconnecting the mains lead, be absolutely sure to disconnect the mains plug at the socket outlet first.
  • Page 11 Example 2 Example 3 Connecting DVD Recorder / VCR Connecting DVD Recorder / VCR and Player and Set top box TV, DVD Recorder / VCR and Player TV, DVD Recorder / VCR and Set top box Rear of the TV Terrestrial Rear of the TV Terrestrial...
  • Page 12 Auto Setup Search and store TV channels automatically. ● These steps are not necessary if the setup has been completed by your local dealer. ● Please complete connections (p. 10 and p. 11) and settings (if necessary) of the connected equipment before starting Auto Setup.
  • Page 13 Auto Setup varies depending on the country you select. ● DVB-S Search Mode Search Mode select mode All Channels Free Channels ● DVB-S Satellite Search DVB-S Auto Setup Analogue Scan Satellite Checking LNB2 Analogue Scan Progress 100% This will take up to 40 minutes. Satellite Astra 19.2°E Hot Bird 13°E...

  • Page 14: Setup The Wireless Lan Connection

    Auto Setup Setup the wireless LAN connection Setup the wireless LAN connection to enable the network service functions (p. 74). (If you do not wish to use wireless LAN connection or the network service functions, skip this step.) ● To setup the wireless LAN connection, use the Wireless LAN Adaptor (supplied). For the information about the Wireless LAN Adaptor “Wireless LAN Adaptor”...
  • Page 15 Depending on the area, this Wireless LAN Adaptor may not be available. ● Additional information for Wireless LAN Adaptor and access point may be on the following web site. (English only) http://panasonic.jp/support/global/cs/tv/ If you connect the Wireless LAN Adaptor later on, the confirmation screen will be displayed for the setup. ●...

  • Page 16: Watching Tv

    Watching TV Turn power on (Press for about 1 second) ● Mains power On / Off switch should be On. (p. 9) INPUT Select the mode MENU ASPECT access TV Selection EXIT DVB-S DVB-C select DVB-T Analogue ● The selectable modes vary depending on the stored channels (p. 12). ●...
  • Page 17 ■ Other useful functions Hold HOLD Freeze / unfreeze picture Display Information banner Display Information banner ● Also appears when changing a channel Category ● Channel position and name To change the category blue Channel type (Radio, Data, HDTV, etc.) Current time Example (DVB): 1 ZDF...

  • Page 18: Display / Hide Subtitles (If Available)

    Watching TV Display subtitles Display / hide subtitles (if available) STTL ● To change the language for DVB (if available) “Preferred Subtitles” (p. 38) Note ● If you press the STTL button in Analogue mode, it switches to teletext service and calls up a favourite page (p.
  • Page 19 Display the selectable settings for the current status ● To change OPTION Check or change the current status instantly change select Multi Video (DVB mode) Teletext Character Set Allows you to select the image (if available) Sets the teletext language ●...

  • Page 20: Using Tv Guide

    Using TV Guide TV Guide - Electronic Programme Guide (EPG) provides an on screen listing of the programmes currently broadcast and the forthcoming broadcasts over the next seven days (depending on the broadcasters). ● This function varies depending on the country you select (p. 12). ●...
  • Page 21 ■ Other useful functions View details of the programme (DVB mode) Select the programme View details TV Guide: Landscape Wed 28.10.2009 10:46 ● Wed 28.10.2009 DIY SOS Press again to return select BBC ONE 20:00 - 20:30, 30 min. to TV Guide. Details Return to list EXIT...

  • Page 22: Viewing Teletext

    Viewing Teletext Teletext services are the text information provided by the broadcasters. The features may vary depending on 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.
  • Page 23 INDEX Return to the main index page INDEX Call up a favourite page View a favourite page stored ● Call up the page stored on the blue button (List mode). STTL ● Factory setting is “P103”. View in multi window Watch TV and Teletext in two windows at once MENU (press twice)

  • Page 24: Watching External Inputs

    Watching External inputs Connect the external equipment (VCRs, DVD equipment, etc.) and you can watch through the input. ● To connect the equipment p. 10, 11 and p. 92 The Remote Control is capable of operating some functions of selected external equipment. Turn the TV on ■...

  • Page 25: Operating Equipment With Tv Remote Control

    Start recording ■ How to change the code for the type of the equipment Each type of the Panasonic equipment has its own remote control code. Please change the code according to the equipment you want to operate. DVD/VCR Set the position to “DVD/VCR”...

  • Page 26: Viewing 3D Images

    Viewing 3D images You can enjoy viewing 3D images with contents or programmes corresponding to the 3D effect by wearing the 3D Eyewear (supplied). This TV supports “Frame Sequential ∗ ”, “Side by Side ∗ ” and “Top and Bottom ∗ ”...
  • Page 27 3D Eyewear 3D Eyewear set (2) ● TY-EW3D10E 3D Eyewear Specialised band Nose pad A Nose pad B 3D Eyewear case ● Use either nose pad A or B for your preference. ● 3D Eyewear can be worn over vision correction glasses. ■...
  • Page 28 Viewing 3D images ■ Replacing the battery When the battery is running low, the indicator lamp flashes 5 times on turning the 3D Eyewear on. In this case, early battery replacement is recommended. ● Dispose of the old batteries as non-burnable rubbish, or in line with the waste disposal regulations in your local area.
  • Page 29 To view the 3D images To view the contents of the Frame Sequential format (ex. 3D-compatible Blu-ray Disc, etc.) with 3D effect Connect the 3D-compatible player via an HDMI cable (p. 11 and p. 92) and playback the contents. ● Use fully wired HDMI compliant cable.
  • Page 30 Viewing 3D images 3D Settings If the 3D images are not displayed correctly or seem unusual, please adjust and setup the 3D settings. Display the menu INPUT MENU ASPECT MENU DIRECT TV REC EXIT Select “Setup” access Main Menu OPTION Picture Sound Setup...
  • Page 31 ■ 3D Picture Display (2D / 3D) Sets the TV to 3D or 2D mode ● Select “2D” to view 3D picture in 2 dimensional without wearing the 3D Eyewear. ■ 3D Picture Format (Auto / Side by Side / Top and Bottom / 2D→3D / Original) Selects 3D picture format to suit the format of the source image ●...

  • Page 32: How To Use Viera Tools

    How to Use VIERA TOOLS You can access some special features easily by using the VIERA TOOLS function. Display icons of the feature Select a feature EXIT select access VIERA Link Control Follow the operations of each feature ● VIERA Link Control “VIERA Link Control”...

  • Page 33: How To Use Menu Functions

    How to Use Menu Functions Various menus allow you to make settings for the picture, sound, and other functions. Display the menu ● INPUT Displays the functions that can be set MENU (varies according to the input signal) ASPECT MENU DIRECT TV REC Select the menu EXIT...

  • Page 34: Menu List

    How to Use Menu Functions ■ Menu list Menu Item Adjustments / Configurations (alternatives) Basic picture mode (Dynamic / Normal / Cinema / THX (True Cinema) / Game / Photo / Professional1 / Professional2) In each Viewing Mode and input, Contrast, Brightness, Colour, Sharpness, Tint, Colour Balance, Vivid Colour, Eco Mode, P-NR and 3D-COMB can be adjusted and stored to suit your particular viewing requirement.
  • Page 35 Menu Item Adjustments / Configurations (alternatives) Selects the basic sound mode (Music / Speech / User) ● The selected mode affects all input signals. Music: Improves sound quality for watching music videos, etc. Speech: Improves sound quality for watching news, drama, etc. ●...
  • Page 36 How to Use Menu Functions Menu Item Adjustments / Configurations (alternatives) SPDIF : A standard audio transfer file format Selects the initial setting for digital audio output signal from DIGITAL AUDIO OUT terminal (Auto / PCM) Auto : Dolby Digital Plus and Dolby Digital are output as Dolby Digital Bitstream. SPDIF Selection HE-AAC (48 kHz) 5.1ch is output as DTS.
  • Page 37 Menu Item Adjustments / Configurations (alternatives) Favourites Edit Creates list of favourite DVB-S channels (p. 45) Channel List Skips the unwanted DVB-S channels or edits DVB-S channels (p. 45) Auto Setup Automatically sets the DVB-S channels received in the area (p. 40) Manual Tuning Sets the DVB-S channels manually (p.
  • Page 38 How to Use Menu Functions Menu Item Adjustments / Configurations (alternatives) Channel List Skips the unwanted Analogue channels or edits Analogue channels (p. 49) Auto Setup Automatically sets the Analogue channels received in the area (p. 43) Manual Tuning Sets the Analogue channels manually (p. 49) Adds the TV mode ●...

  • Page 39: Usb Keyboard

    Menu Item Adjustments / Configurations (alternatives) Enables the advanced picture settings (Off / On) ● Set to “On” to enable the mode of “Professional1” and “Professional2” in “Viewing Mode”. ● Set to “On” to display the advanced items in the Picture Menu - “Advanced Advance(isfccc) Settings”, “Lock Settings”...

  • Page 40: Retuning From Setup Menu

    Retuning from Setup Menu DVB-S channels Automatically retune all the DVB-S channels received in the area. ● This function is available if DVB-S channel tuning is already performed. ● Only DVB-S channels are retuned. ● All the previous tuning settings are erased. ●...
  • Page 41 DVB-S Tuning Menu Favourites Edit Channel List Auto Setup Manual Tuning Update Channel List New Channel Message Signal Condition Antenna System DiSEqC1.0 LNB Configuration Access Select “Antenna System” and set You can receive several satellites if you have DiSEqC control antenna system. ●...
  • Page 42 Retuning from Setup Menu DVB-C channels Automatically retune all the DVB-C channels supplied. ● This function is available if DVB-C channel tuning is already performed. ● Only DVB-C channels are retuned. ● All the previous tuning settings are erased. ● If a Child Lock PIN number (p.
  • Page 43 DVB-T or Analogue channels Automatically retune all DVB-T or Analogue channels received in the area. ● Auto Setup is available if channel tuning is already performed. ● Only DVB-T channels are retuned in DVB-T mode. ● Only Analogue channels are retuned in Analogue mode. ●...

  • Page 44: Tuning And Editing Channels (Dvb)

    Tuning and Editing Channels (DVB) You can retune channels or make your favourite channel lists, skip unwanted channels, etc. Select DVB-S, DVB-C or DVB-T p. 16 INPUT Display the menu MENU MENU EXIT Select “Setup” access Main Menu BACK/ RETURN Picture Sound Setup...

  • Page 45: Favourites Edit

    List favourite DVB channels Favourites Edit Create your favourite channel lists from various broadcasters (up to 4: Favourites1 to 4). The DVB Favourites lists are available from “Category” in the Information banner (p. 17) and the TV Guide (p. 20). Select a channel to list ●...

  • Page 46: Tuning And Editing Channels

    Tuning and Editing Channels (DVB) Set DVB channel manually Manual Tuning Normally use “Auto Setup” or “Update Channel List” to retune DVB channels. If tuning has not been done completely or for adjusting the direction of the aerial or dish, use this function. ●...

  • Page 47: New Channel Message

    Display a notification message New Channel Message Selects whether to give a notification message when a new DVB channel is found. (Off / On) ● Selecting OK will perform “Update Channel List”. New channels found! Press OK to update channel list. Press EXIT to ignore.

  • Page 48: Tuning And Editing Channels (Analogue)

    Tuning and Editing Channels (Analogue) You can retune channels or skip unwanted channels, edit channels etc. Select Analogue p. 16 INPUT Display the menu MENU MENU EXIT Select “Setup” access BACK/ Main Menu RETURN Picture Sound Setup select Select “Analogue Tuning Menu” access Setup Menu Off Timer...

  • Page 49: Channel List

    Skip unwanted Analogue channels, Edit Analogue channels Channel List You can hide unwanted Analogue channels. The hidden channels cannot be displayed except in this function. Use this function to skip unwanted channels. Select a channel and reveal / hide reveal / hide Analogue Channel List ●...

  • Page 50: Timer Programming

    Timer Programming Timer Programming from Menu The Timer Programming menu allows you to choose programmes that you wish to remind watching or record to the external recorder or the USB HDD. At the correct time, the TV will tune to the correct channel even if the TV is in Standby mode.
  • Page 51 Set timer programming event details Timer Programming Start making the settings Select the function (Ext Rec., USB HDD Rec. or Reminder) Ext Rec. / : to record the programme to the external recorder (Ext Rec.) or the USB HDD Rec. USB HDD (USB HDD Rec.) When the start time comes, the channel will be switched automatically select...

  • Page 52: Child Lock

    Child Lock You can lock specific channels / AV input terminals and control who watches them. When the locked channel / input is selected, a message appears; by entering the PIN number, you can watch it. Display the menu MENU MENU EXIT Select “Setup”...
  • Page 53 Control channel audience Child Lock Enter the PIN number (4 digits) ● Enter the PIN number twice at first setting. Child Lock-PIN Entry ● Please enter new PIN Make a note of the PIN number in case you forget it. * * * ●...

  • Page 54: Input Labels

    Input Labels For easier identification and selection of the input mode, you can label each input mode or skip terminal that is not connected to any equipment. ● To select the input mode p. 24 Display the menu MENU MENU Select “Setup”...

  • Page 55: Using Common Interface

    Although CI module may enable you to view some services, this TV does not guarantee all services (e.g. pay-TV). Please use only the approved CI module by the broadcaster. Consult your local Panasonic dealer or broadcasters for more information and conditions of the services. Caution ●...

  • Page 56: Shipping Condition

    Shipping Condition Resets the TV to its original condition, i.e. no channels tuned in. All settings other than “USB HDD registration” are reset (channels, picture, sound settings, etc.). Display the menu MENU MENU EXIT Select “Setup” access Main Menu Picture Sound Setup select...

  • Page 57: Updating The Tv Software

    Updating the TV Software From time to time, a new version of software may become available for download to enhance the performance or operations of the TV. If there is an update available, a notification banner is displayed when the channel has the update information.

  • Page 58: Multi Window

    Multi Window Enjoy viewing the digital TV programme and external input (AV, COMPONENT or HDMI) at once. Display the menu MENU MENU Select “Picture” access Main Menu Picture Sound Setup select Select “Picture in Picture” access Picture Menu Picture in Picture Access Panel Reset...

  • Page 59: Displaying Pc Screen On Tv

    Displaying PC Screen on TV The screen of the PC connected to the TV can be displayed on the TV. You can also listen to PC sound with the audio cable connected. ● To connect PC p. 92 Select the external input INPUT ASPECT MENU...

  • Page 60: Advanced Picture Settings

    Advanced Picture Settings You can adjust and setup the detailed picture settings for each input and Viewing Mode. ● To use this function completely, set “Advance(isfccc)” to “On” in the Setup Menu. p. 39 ● For PC input mode, some functions are available without setting “Advance(isfccc)”. Select the input mode to adjust and setup p.

  • Page 61: Advanced Settings

    Adjust the detailed picture settings Advanced Settings ● To make settings “How to Use Menu Functions” (p. 33) Advanced Settings R-Gain G-Gain B-Gain R-Cutoff G-Cutoff B-Cutoff Gamma Reset to Defaults Reset Menu Item Adjustments / Configurations (alternatives) R-Gain Adjusts the white balance of bright red area G-Gain Adjusts the white balance of bright green area B-Gain...

  • Page 62: Usb Hdd Recording

    Regarding the performance, not all USB HDDs are guaranteed. Check the USB HDDs that have been tested for the performance with this TV at the following website. (English only) http://panasonic.jp/support/global/cs/tv/ Caution ● Register the USB HDD with this TV in order to use it for recording. Please note that USB HDD will be formatted and all data (including the data from your PC, etc.) in it will be erased when you register it.

  • Page 63: Device Setup

    Register and setup the USB HDD Device Setup All the USB devices recognized as a mass storage device will be listed. You can only register USB HDDs. ● Up to 8 USB HDDs can be registered with this TV. However you can only choose one USB HDD for recording at a time.
  • Page 64 USB HDD Recording Recording the TV programme to USB HDD You can record the current programme immediately by using “One Touch Recording”. You can also record the current programme constantly for the selected period by using “REW LIVE TV” so that you can go back or pause the current programme. ●...
  • Page 65 One touch direct TV recording - One Touch Recording What you see is What you record Recording the current programme in the USB HDD immediately. Select the maximum recording time (30 / 60 / 90 / 120 / 180 minutes) USB HDD Setup LED will turn to orange (flash) while Device Setup...

  • Page 66: Using Media Player

    If miniSD Card is used, insert / remove it together with the adapter. ● Check the latest information on the card type at the following website. (English only) http://panasonic.jp/support/global/cs/tv/ ● USB Flash Memory format : FAT16, FAT32 or exFAT (A USB HDD formatted by PC is not supported in Media Player.) ∗...
  • Page 67 Starting Media Player Insert the SD Card or USB Flash Memory ● For registered USB HDD, ensure the connection status is “Yes”. p. 63 Switch to Media Player ● When SD Card is inserted, switching will be done automatically. SD CARD INPUT SD CARD Start Media Player...
  • Page 68 Using Media Player Photo mode Photo mode reads all “.jpg” extension files and supports MPF (3D) files in the SD Card or USB Flash Memory. Error display (images that could not be loaded, etc.) INPUT SD CARD The thumbnail of all the photos in the SD Card or Media Player Photo All photos...
  • Page 69 Photo Setup Setup the settings for Photo mode. Display Select “Photo Setup” Select the items and set access the menu Photo Setup Menu Main Menu Back Ground Music Type1 Picture Frame MENU Colour Effect select select Sound Transition Effect Fade Photo Setup Screen Mode Normal...

  • Page 70: For Sd Card Or Usb Flash Memory

    Using Media Player Video mode For SD Card or USB Flash Memory Video mode supports AVCHD, MPEG2, DivX and MKV (Matroska Video) file formats. ® Film icon will be displayed Error display if the file does not support (images that could not be loaded, etc.) INPUT SD CARD thumbnail view.
  • Page 71 For registered USB HDD Remaining capacity of the HDD ● This value may not be accurate depending on the condition. Contents list of the registered USB HDD will be displayed. Media Player USB HDD recordings Remaining Capacity 500GB (50%) ● You can also access the contents list directly by using Channel Date...

  • Page 72: Audio Output Settings

    Using Media Player Sound Settings You can enjoy the multi-channel sound via an amplifier connected to DIGITAL AUDIO OUT terminal. ■ To confirm or change the current sound status (during playback) Display the Option menu Change the sound (if the video has multiple audio signals) Example: OPTION ●...
  • Page 73 Music mode Music mode supports MP3 and AAC file format. The thumbnail of music folders in the SD Card or USB Media Player Music Folder view Flash Memory will be displayed. INPUT SD CARD ● You can also access Music mode directly by using My Music_1 My Music_2 My Music_3...

  • Page 74: Using Network Services

    80 - 82 VIERA CAST™ VIERA CAST is a gateway to the internet services unique to Panasonic. By connecting the TV to the internet environment, VIERA CAST allows you to enjoy internet content on the TV screen such as photos, videos, weather, etc. from VIERA CAST home screen.
  • Page 75 Network connections To use only DLNA features, you can operate the features without Broadband network environment. To use VIERA CAST features, you need a Broadband network environment. ● If you do not have any Broadband network services, please consult your retailer for assistance. ●...
  • Page 76 Using Network Services (DLNA / VIERA CAST) Network Setup ● Ensure the connections are completed before starting Network Setup. “Network connections” (p. 75) Display the menu MENU MENU EXIT Select “Setup” access Main Menu Picture Sound BACK/ Setup RETURN select Select “Network Setup”...
  • Page 77 Network settings for the LAN Cable connection This setting is for the network connection by using the LAN cable. Select “Network Type” and set to “Wired” Network Setup If you make the network connection like Network Type Wired “Example2” (p. 75), you do not have to set Access Point Settings IP/DNS Settings “Acquire DNS Address”, “Proxy”...
  • Page 78 Using Network Services (DLNA / VIERA CAST) Network settings for the Wireless LAN connection This setting is for the network connection by using Wireless LAN Adaptor. (Wireless LAN connection) ● Confirm the encryption key, settings and positions of your access point before starting setup. For details, read the manual of the access point.
  • Page 79 ■ WPS(Push button) Press the WPS button on the access point until the light flashes. WPS(Push button) 1) Please press the ‘WPS’ button on the access And then, press the OK button to connect the Wireless LAN Adaptor and the point until its light flashes.
  • Page 80 Using Network Services (DLNA / VIERA CAST) Using DLNA features ® ● Ensure the preparation of media server, network connections and network settings are completed. “Media server” (p. 74), “Network connections” (p. 75), “Network Setup” (p. 76 - 79) Display the Input select menu INPUT MENU ASPECT...
  • Page 81 For photo file ■ Single view - Displayed one at a time ● To display / hide the operation guide ● To operate Single view To the previous photo Rotate 90˚ (anti-clockwise) To the next photo Single view Rotate Slideshow EXIT Select Rotate 90˚...
  • Page 82 Using Network Services (DLNA / VIERA CAST) Photo Setup (for photo contents) and Video Setup (for video contents) Setup the settings for Photo and Video file operations. Display Select “Photo Setup” or Select the items and set “Video Setup” access menu Photo Setup Menu Main Menu...
  • Page 83 ● The services through VIERA CAST™ are operated by their respective service providers, and service may be discontinued either temporarily or permanently without notice. Therefore, Panasonic will make no warranty for the content or the continuity of the services. ●...

  • Page 84: (Dlna / Viera Cast) Link Functions

    Connect the equipment supporting VIERA Link to the TV’s HDMI1, HDMI2, HDMI3 or HDMI4 terminal via an HDMI cable. ● About HDMI cable for connecting Panasonic HD Video Camera or LUMIX Camera, read the manual of the equipment. ■ VIERA Link (HDMI and SCART connections)
  • Page 85 ■ VIERA Link (HDMI and Audio out connections) Connected equipment Player theatre with Blu-ray Disc theatre with Amplifier with VIERA Link function VIERA Link function VIERA Link function Features Preset download – – – ∗ ∗ Easy playback – Power on link –...

  • Page 86: Viera Link

    Link Functions Q-Link VIERA Link Q-Link ■ Preparations ● Connect the DVD Recorder / VCR with the following logos: “Q-Link”, “NEXTVIEWLINK”, “DATA LOGIC”, “Easy Link”, “Megalogic” or “SMARTLINK” ● Q-Link connection p. 84 ● Use fully wired SCART cable. ● Set up the DVD Recorder / VCR.
  • Page 87 VIERA Link “ Control™” ∗ ∗Enjoy additional HDMI Inter-Operability with Panasonic products which have “HDAVI Control” function. This TV supports “HDAVI Control 5” function. Connections to the equipment (DIGA Recorder, HD Video Camera, Player theatre, Amplifier, etc.) with HDMI and SCART cables allow you to interface them automatically (p. 84 and p. 85).

  • Page 88: Standby Power Save

    Link Functions Q-Link VIERA Link ■ Features available Reduce unnecessary power consumption in standby Standby Power Save Set Standby Power Save “On” in the Setup Menu to use this function “Standby Power Save” (p. 36) The power consumption in Standby mode of the connected equipment is controlled higher or lower in synchronization with the TV On / Off state to reduce the consumption.

  • Page 89: Pause Live Tv

    ■ Features available (Using VIERA Link Menu) Pause Live TV programme Pause Live TV You can pause the live TV programme and resume later. Live TV programme will be recorded on HDD of the connected DIGA Recorder. ● This function is available with DIGA Recorder which has HDD. ●...

  • Page 90: Viera Link Control

    Link Functions Q-Link VIERA Link ■ Features available (Using VIERA Link Menu) Control the menu of the connected equipment by VIERA remote control VIERA Link Control You can control some functions of the connected equipment with this TV remote control (point the remote control at the TV’s signal receiver).

  • Page 91: Speaker Selection

    ■ Features available (Using VIERA Link Menu) Speaker control Speaker Selection You can control the theatre speaker with this TV remote control (point the remote control at the TV’s signal receiver). ● If you cannot operate, check the settings and the equipment “Summary of Q-Link and VIERA Link features”...

  • Page 92: (Q-Link / Viera Link) External Equipment

    External Equipment These diagrams show our recommendations for connection of your TV to various pieces of equipment. For other connections, consult the instructions for each piece of equipment, the table below, and the specifications (p. 103). Satellite dish Satellite cable (Viewing) To watch DVDs HDMI equipment...
  • Page 93 USB devices Network Rear of the TV USB cable Internet Less than Less than 10 cm 10 cm LAN cable Modem Hub or Router Service Port Ferrite core (supplied) This terminal is only for the authorized service dealer. Installing the Ferrite core Open To watch Cable...

  • Page 94: Technical Information

    Electrical interference, static electricity, or erroneous operation may damage the data or card. ● Back up the recorded data at regular intervals in case of deteriorated or damaged data 24 mm or erratic operation of the TV. (Panasonic is not liable for any deterioration or damage of recorded data.)
  • Page 95 DivX ABOUT DIVX VIDEO: DivX is a digital video format created by DivX, Inc. This is an official DivX Certified device that plays DivX video. ® Visit www.divx.com for more information and software tools to convert your files into DivX video. ■...
  • Page 96 Technical Information Characters table for numeric buttons You can enter characters by using numeric buttons for free input items. User input Name Press the numeric button repeatedly until you reach the desired character. A B C D E F G H J K L M N O P Q R S T ●...

  • Page 97: Dvi Connection

    HDMI connection HDMI (high-definition multimedia interface) is the world’s first complete digital consumer AV interface complying with a non-compression standard. HDMI allows you to enjoy high-definition digital images and high-quality sound by connecting the TV and the equipment. ∗ HDMI-compatible equipment with an HDMI or DVI output terminal, such as a DVD player, a set top box or a game equipment, can be connected to the HDMI terminal using an HDMI compliant (fully wired) cable.
  • Page 98 • Wireless LAN Adaptor + USB Keyboard Note ● Additional information for USB devices may be on the following web site. (English only) http://panasonic.jp/support/global/cs/tv/ Input signal that can be displayed COMPONENT (Y, P ), HDMI ∗ Mark: Applicable input signal...

  • Page 99: Faqs

    FAQs Before requesting service or assistance, please follow these simple guides to resolve the problem. If the problem still persists, please contact your local Panasonic dealer for assistance. Block noise, frozen or disappearing image occurs in DVB mode / White spots...
  • Page 100 FAQs Problem Actions ● Set “P-NR” in the Picture Menu (to remove noise). (p. 34) Chaotic image, noisy ● Check nearby electrical products (car, motorcycle, fluorescent lamp). ● Is “Contrast”, “Brightness” or “Colour” in the Picture Menu set to the No image can be displayed minimum? (p.

  • Page 101: Licence

    HDMI Licensing LLC in the United States and other countries. ● HDAVI Control™ is a trademark of Panasonic Corporation. ● “AVCHD” and the “AVCHD” logo are trademarks of Panasonic Corporation and Sony Corporation. ● x.v.Colour™ is a trademark. ● THX and the THX logo are trademarks of THX Ltd. which may be registered in some jurisdictions. All rights reserved.

  • Page 102: Specifications

    Demodulation - QPSK, 8PSK DiSEqC - Version 1.0 ● Check the latest information on the available services at the following website. (English only) http://panasonic.jp/support/global/cs/tv/ Female F-type 75 Ω Satellite dish input Aerial input VHF / UHF Temperature : 0 °C - 35 °C...
  • Page 103 Liquid Crystal Shutter Lens type Frame sequential type Coin-shaped lithium battery CR2032 Battery (Duration) (approx. 75 hours in continuous use of the battery made by Panasonic) Main body: Resin Materials Lens: Liquid crystal glass Operating Conditions 0 °C - 40 °C ■...
  • Page 104 Customers can download a copy of the original DoC to our R&TTE products from our DoC server: http://www.doc.panasonic.de Contact in the EU: Panasonic Services Europe, a Division of Panasonic Marketing Europe GmbH, Panasonic Testing Centre, Winsbergring 15, 22525 Hamburg, Germany This product is intended to be used in the following countries.

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