Read first eHELP • How to use Features • 4K resolution • Home Screen • Info Frame • Internet (Network services) • Home network “DLNA” • Easy Mirroring Using Home Screen Home Screen • Information • How to use • Pin to HOME •...
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• Favorite channels • Closed Caption • SAP • Other 4K compatible equipment • Connecting and viewing • About 4K format • Input signal (AV) Blu-ray, DVD, Game Console, etc. • Connecting and viewing • Example of AV connections • HDMI connection notice •...
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• my Home Cloud settings • VIERA network name • TV remote App settings • Network link • File sharing settings • Mirroring settings • Do Not Track setting • Software update • New software notice How to use • Operate Home network “DLNA”...
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• Media warning messages • File sharing • Notice Photos • Viewing Photos • Photo View • Sort the photos • Options menu • Thumbnails size • Using slideshow • Slideshow settings • Soundtrack settings Videos • Viewing Videos • Video view •...
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VIERA Link ™ “HDAVI Control ™” • Basic feature • Connecting note • VIERA Link connections • VIERA Link settings • VIERA Link settings feature • VIERA Link • VIERA Link menu Info Frame • Information • How to use •...
Read first eHELP How to use Before using eHELP, check the followings. ■ Meaning of signs Press the Remote control button INFO Letters in box : Remote control button Menu Letters in Cyan : Menus on screen display References in this eHELP - 9 -...
Features 4K resolution You can watch content in 4K format that has twice the horizontal and vertical resolution of the 1080p signal. Watching TV > 4K compatible equipment - 10 -...
Home Screen “Home Screen” is a gateway to the TV programs, applications and connected devices. It provides you an easy way to access all the features. Using Home Screen > Home Screen > Information - 11 -...
Info Frame This feature is available only when the item other than U.S.A. is selected from Country in First time setup. Info Frame is a convenient feature to provide you relevant information of the watching program, recommendations, etc. It is displayed on the edge of screen when you need it.
Internet (Network services) You can access some specific websites supported by Panasonic, and enjoy Internet content/Network services such as videos, games, communication tools, etc. from Apps. To connect to the Internet ● Network services > Connect to network To configure the Network settings ●...
Home network “DLNA” You can share the content (Photo, Video, Music, etc.) stored in DLNA Certified media server with your home network system. Home network “DLNA” - 14 -...
Easy Mirroring You can watch display images of other devices (smartphone, etc.) on the TV screen using a mirroring function. You can also start the mirroring function from the other devices without operating the TV. Convenience features > Control by Smartphone, etc. > Mirroring - 15 -...
Using Home Screen Home Screen Information “Home Screen” is a gateway to the TV programs, applications and connected devices. Home Screen is displayed by pressing HOME and it provides you an easy way to access all the features as shown below (example). Home Screen Live TV –...
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Be sure to update the software when a software update notice is ● displayed on the TV screen. If the software is not updated, you may not be able to use Home Screen. You can update the software later manually. Network services >...
How to use From Home Screen, you can access all the features such as TV programs, applications and connected devices. 1. Display Home Screen with HOME. (Example) 2. Select Live TV Apps Devices and press to access. To watch full-screen TV, select Live ●...
Pin to HOME You can add a shortcut for frequently used feature on Home Screen. 1. Display Home Screen with HOME. Live TV Apps Devices 2. Select and press to access. 3. Select a feature (TV program / application / device). 4.
Option menu You can customize Home Screen. 1. Display the option menu with OPTION. 2. Select one of the following items and press to access. Unpin from HOME Move 3. Set the item and press to store. Unpin from HOME Remove a shortcut from Home Screen.
Live TV How to use Live TV is a gateway to the TV programs. 1. Display Home Screen with HOME. 2 Select Live (Example) 3. Press to access. (Example) For details of watching TV ● Watching TV To add a shortcut icon ●...
Option menu 1. Display the option menu with OPTION. 2. Select one of the following items and press to access. Pin to HOME Unpin from HOME Accessibility AV Options 3. Set the item and press to store. Pin to HOME, Unpin from HOME Adds / removes a shortcut for a frequently used feature on Home Screen.
Apps How to use Various applications (Internet content, etc.) can be accessed easily from Apps. 1. Display Home Screen with HOME. 2. Select Apps and press to access. (Example) To exit Apps ● RETURN/EXIT To add a shortcut icon ● Using Home Screen >...
Option menu 1. Display the option menu with OPTION. 2. Select one of the following items and press to access. Pin to HOME Unpin from HOME Move Lock Unlock Uninstall Show Info. 3. Set the item and press to store. Pin to HOME, Unpin from HOME...
Devices How to use Connected devices (HDMI equipment, USB device, network device, etc.) can be accessed easily from Devices. 1. Display Home Screen with HOME. 2. Select Devices and press to access. (Example) To exit Devices ● RETURN/EXIT To add a shortcut icon ●...
Option menu 1. Display the option menu with OPTION. 2. Select one of the following items and press to access. Pin to HOME Unpin from HOME Accessibility Show Info. 3. Set the item and press to store. Pin to HOME, Unpin from HOME Adds / removes a shortcut for a frequently used feature on Home Screen.
Watching TV Cable / Satellite / Fiber Optic box Initial setting 1. Connecting Select the wiring method connecting your box to the TV, AV IN or Antenna/Cable in. Note: HDMI will provide the best HD picture ● 2. Change INPUT INPUT Press the INPUT...
Antenna / Cable service without a box Initial setting 1. Connect coax Connect a COAX wire from either an Antenna or Basic Cable service to the TV’s “ANTENNA/CABLE IN” screw terminal. TV (ANTENNA/CABLE IN) Antenna 2. Scan the channel MENU Menu >...
Select channels ■ Select desired channel CH buttons are also available on the TV. ● ■ Select desired digital channel To directly enter a digital channel number use button to enter the dash. (e.g. CH15-1 → - 29 -...
Favorite channels Channel numbers registered in Favorite are displayed on the favorite tune screen. Select the desired broadcast station with the cursor or use the number buttons. Favorite channels cannot be set when using Cable or Satellite box ● ■ Set the Favorite channel OPTION AV Options...
Closed Caption ■ Viewing with Closed Caption Switches the Closed Caption mode. (Off / On / On mute) CC is not available when watching TV with a Cable or Satellite box ● connected via HDMI. Contact your Cable or Satellite operator for instructions on enabling CC ●...
■ Listen with SAP (Secondary Audio Programming) SAP is not available when watching TV with a Cable or Satellite box ● connected via HDMI. Contact your Cable or Satellite operator for instructions on enabling ● SAP with their box. The TV’s button does not operate the Satellite or Cable box’s ●...
Other 1. Information banner Displays TV status information. Also, when watching programs via the Antenna/Cable input, INFO will include the channel banner. INFO Channel / Station identifier / Program title / Closed Caption / SAP / Rating level / Signal resolution / Picture mode / Aspect ratio / Sleep timer remaining time / Clock 2.
4K compatible equipment Connecting and viewing You can watch content in the 4K format that has twice the horizontal and vertical resolution of the 1080p signal. External equipment and cables shown are not supplied with this TV. 1. Connect device To watch 4K content, connect the 4K compatible equipment to the HDMI input with a 4K compatible HDMI cable respectively.
About 4K format 4K format refers to approximately 4,000 pixels of horizontal resolution which has several different digital formats. This TV supports 4K UHD and DCI 4K (4,096 x 2,160). ● ■ 4K format of HDMI 4K UHD ● 3,840 x 2,160 (60p, 30p, 24p) –...
Input signal (AV) Signals other than below may not be displayed properly. ● The signals are reformatted for optimal viewing on your display. ● ■ Component/HDMI Input signal Component HDMI 480/60i ○ ○ 480/60p ○ ○ 720/60p ○ ○ 1,080/60i ○...
Blu-ray, DVD, Game Console, etc. Connecting and viewing 1. Connect device Verify that the device is connected to the TV properly and connect to desired terminal. Note which terminal the device is connected to (HDMI 1, HDMI 2, Component or Video) Component and Composite (Video) in terminals are shared.
Example of AV connections External equipment and cables shown are not supplied with this TV. A. Connecting to the HDMI input (Best for HD viewing) Recommended to use this connection, if the connected equipment has HDMI terminal. HDMI IN HDMI cable HDMI OUT AV Equipment (e.g.
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B. Connecting to the COMPONENT input Recommended to use this connection, if the connected equipment has the Component terminal only. COMPONENT IN Component cable COMPONENT OUT AV Equipment (e.g. Blu-ray Disc player) C. Connecting to the VIDEO input (For SD (Standard Definition) only) COMPOSITE IN VIDEO cable COMPOSITE OUT...
HDMI connection notice HDMI (High-Definition Multimedia Interface) allows you to enjoy high- definition digital images and high-quality sound by connecting the TV unit and HD devices. HDMI-compatible equipment with an HDMI or DVI output terminal, such as a Cable or Satellite box or a DVD player, can be connected to the HDMI connector using an HDMI compliant (fully wired) cable.
HDMI connection caution Caution If the connected device has an aspect adjustment function, set the aspect ● ratio to “16:9”. The HDMI connectors are “type A”. ● The HDMI connectors are compatible with HDCP (High-Bandwidth Digital ● Content Protection) copyright protection. Devices with no digital output terminal may be connected to the input ●...
Input signal Signals other than those listed below may not be displayed properly. ● The signals are reformatted for optimal viewing on your display. ● ■ Component/HDMI Input signal Component HDMI 480/60i ○ ○ 480/60p ○ ○ 720/60p ○ ○ 1,080/60i ○...
For best picture Picture mode 1. Change picture mode to suit your settings and preferences. Picture mode 1) Select MENU Menu > Picture > Picture mode Select desired menu using from menu bar and press 2) Adjust using Note: HDMI will provide the best HD picture ●...
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● Use the mode below to adjust the picture mode in more detail. Custom Customizes each item according to your preference. Pro settings Copy Allows you to set the professional picture settings in adjustments. Adjust the Picture mode in more detail. ●...
Auto brightness (ECO) Contrast Automatic Tracking System (C.A.T.S.) adjusts the screen brightness and contrast according to the room’s ambient light conditions. This ECO feature automatically dims the brightness of the screen when the room lighting is lowered. C.A.T.S. features a built-in delay when the lighting conditions change. The adjustment happens gradually.
Aspect setting Use this function when the picture has black bars (sides or top/bottom) or to zoom the picture. FORMAT button to change the aspect ratio. FORMAT (to cycle through the aspect modes) 480i, 480p, 1080p, Full/JUST/4:3/ZOOM 1080i, 720p: 4K format: Full/V Full Use when the picture does not fill the whole screen or portions of the ●...
Screen mode Adjust the screen mode when the picture has black bars (sides or top/bottom) Mainly for Standard Definition (480i, 480p) ● Full Enlarges the image horizontally to the screen’s edges. JUST Justifies the image by stretching it to the four corners on the screen. (Recommended for normal TV broadcast) Displays the image as original size.
Screen mode for 4K format FULL Reduces the images to fit to entire screen. V Full (only for DCI 4K format) Reduces the images to fit to the top and bottoms of the screen without changing the aspect ratio. The side edges of the image are cut off. - 48 -...
Zoom adjustments If there is a problem with the image position on the screen, vertical image position and size can be adjusted in “ZOOM” 1. Select Zoom adjustments in the Picture menu. MENU Menu > Picture > Screen settings > Zoom adjustments 2.
Copy adjustments You can copy the selected Cinema or Custom settings and apply them to all or another input. Settings are basic picture settings and Pro settings. 1. Select Copy adjustments MENU Menu > Picture > Copy adjustments Select the desired menu using and press 2.
For best audio Sound mode Selects your favorite sound mode. The selected mode affects all input signals. ● MENU Menu > Sound > Sound mode Standard: Provides the suitable sound quality for all types of scenes. Music: Improves sound quality for watching music videos, etc. Ambience: Improves spatial effects and provides clear sounds.
DIGITAL AUDIO OUT terminal You can enjoy your Home Theater by connecting a Dolby Digital (5.1 channel) decoder and “Multi Channel” amplifier to the DIGITAL AUDIO OUT terminals. Depending on your DVD player and DVD-Audio software the copyright ● protection function may operate and disable optical output. When an ATSC channel is selected, the output from the DIGITAL AUDIO ●...
Network services Connect to network Network connections 1. Contact your broadband Internet service provider To obtain broadband Internet service: Required speed (effective): at least 1.5 Mbps for SD and 6 Mbps for HD ● picture quality, respectively. Dial-up Internet Access cannot be used. ●...
Network connection types A. Wireless connection TV (Built-in Wireless LAN) Home network (Modem/Wireless router) Computer/DLNA Certified media server To use and operate only DLNA features, a broadband network service ● is not needed. You can simply connect the TV directly to the equipment with a LAN crossover cable.
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C. Wired connection (Directly connected) If you are not using the network for connecting anything else but the TV, you can just connect the TV directly to the Cable/DSL Ethernet modem with LAN (Ethernet) cable. TV (Ethernet port) LAN (Ethernet) cable Modem - 55 -...
Network settings Setting the menu This menu is used for connecting to a broadband service. 1. Display the Menu and select Network MENU Menu > Network Select Network using from menu bar and press 2. Select the options and set (Network connection/Network status/my Home Cloud settings/VIERA network name/TV Remote App settings/Network link/File sharing settings/Mirroring settings/Do Not Track setting/Software update/New...
Network connection/Network status 1. Select Network connection using and press 2. Select Quick setup to launch Network connection setup wizard. Follow the directions on the screen to complete the network connection. Manual settings are also available. ● Select Custom and select your connection type. Displays setting menu according to selected connection type.
my Home Cloud settings Sets an account to enjoy the cloud services. 1. Select my Home Cloud settings using and press 2. Select desired menu. (Set up new account/Edit account/Remove account/Notices) 3. Follow directions on the screen. To use this function fully, you need a broadband network environment. ●...
VIERA network name Set your favorite name for this TV. 1. Select VIERA network name using and press 2. Enter favorite name with screen keyboard - 59 -...
TV remote App settings 1. Select TV Remote App settings using and press 2. Select the item and set ■ TV remote (App) Enables to control the TV from the network equipment (smartphone, etc.). Set to On to enable the settings below. ●...
Network link Setting for DLNA server. ■ DLNA server Enables to use this TV as DMS (Digital Media Server) for network devices (DLNA Certified VIERA). Set to On to enable the settings below. ● 1. Select DLNA server using and press 2.
The name set in VIERA network name is used for this PC setting. ● To use File sharing with your computer, see ● http://panasonic.net/viera/support (English only) 4. Playing the contents with Media player Performance is not guaranteed on all PCs. Tested for compatibility on ●...
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PCs with Windows 7 / Windows 8 / Windows 8.1 (as of December, 2014). Additional information for the devices may be found on the following website. (English only) http://panasonic.net/viera/support Up to 48 devices can be registered. ● - 63 -...
Mirroring settings 1. Select Mirroring settings using and press 2. Select the item and set. ■ Easy Mirroring Enables starting the mirroring function from the other devices (smartphone, etc.) without operating the TV. 1. Select Easy Mirroring using and press 2.
Do Not Track setting Sets to notify websites about tracking your browsing activities. 1. Select Do Not Track setting using and press 2. Select the item and set. (Tracking mode/About Do Not Track) ■ Tracking mode Select tracking status. 1. Select Tracking mode using and press...
Software update 1. Select Software update using and press 2. Press to start the Software update screen Software update 3. Follow directions on the screen Make sure to set this TV’s Clock before the update starts. ● - 66 -...
New software notice Select On/Off to display new software update information when TV is turned 1. Select New software notice using 2. Switch On or Off with - 67 -...
How to use Operate Now, you can access some specific websites supported by Panasonic, and enjoy Internet content / Network services such as videos, games, communication tools, etc. from Apps. 1. Display Apps. APPS Apps 2. Select the desired content and press USB keyboard is available.
Home network “DLNA” Get started Information You can share the content (Photo, Video, Music, etc.) stored in DLNA Certified media server with your home network system. Please confirm Network connection and Network settings before using ● this function. Network services > Connect to network This TV is a DLNA Certified™...
Photos Viewing Photos 1. Display Devices from Home Screen. HOME Home Screen > Devices 2. Display DLNA player by selecting the server. Select desired server using and press 3. Select photo (Thumbnails and contents are displayed) Select desired content using from file list and press 4.
Photo view ■ Thumbnail view Slideshow settings Display INFO Information panel (File name, Date, Size, etc.) Information differs depending on selected data. ● ■ Playback screen INFO Display/hide Guide and Banner Photo status: Displays current photo status (Slideshow/Single view) Navigation Guide: Displays available functions.
Options menu In Photo view, some optional menus are available by pressing the OPTION button. 1. Display Options menu (Options menu is also available in Menu.) OPTION Options menu 2. Select the item Select the desired menu using and press settings) (Slideshow Available menus are displayed on...
Using slideshow 1. Display Slideshow settings Slideshow settings 2. Adjust items Select the item by and adjust the settings using Picture quality may deteriorate depending on the slideshow settings. ● Picture setting may not work depending on the slideshow settings. ●...
Slideshow settings Display interval (Long/Normal/Short) Sets the time each image is displayed in the Slideshow mode. Repeat playback (On/Off) Turn the Slideshow Repeat (cycle) function on or off. Soundtrack settings (Off/Music 1/Music 2/Music 3/Music 4/Music 5) Select the music. - 74 -...
Videos Viewing Videos 1. Display Devices from Home Screen. HOME Home Screen > Devices 2. Display DLNA player by selecting the server. Select desired server using and press 3. Select video (Thumbnails and contents are displayed) Select desired content using from file list and press 4.
Video view ■ Thumbnail view INFO Information panel (File name, Date, Size, etc.) Information differs depending on selected data. ● ■ Playback screen INFO Display/hide Guide and Banner Movie banner: Displays current Video status (Drive type, Date and time or File name and Elapsed time.) Navigation Guide: Displays available functions.
Options menu In Video view, some optional menus are available by pressing the OPTION button. 1. Display Options menu (Options menu is also available in Menu.) OPTION Options menu 2. Select the item Select the desired menu using and press options) (Video ●...
Music Playing Music 1. Display Devices from Home Screen. HOME Home Screen > Devices 2. Display DLNA player by selecting the server. Select desired server using and press 3. Select music (Thumbnails and contents are displayed) Select desired content using from file list and press 4.
Music view ■ Thumbnail view INFO Information panel (File name, Date, Size, etc.) Information differs depending on selected data. ● ■ Playback screen INFO Display/hide Guide and Banner Music Guide: Displays current Music status (Artist name/Album name/Song name, Elapsed time) Navigation Guide: Displays available functions.
Options menu In Music view, some optional menus are available by pressing the OPTION button. 1. Display Options menu (Options menu is also available in Menu.) OPTION Options menu 2. Select the item Select the desired menu using and press (Music options) ●...
Media player Get started Information You can view still and motion images and play music saved on a USB flash memory. ■ USB flash memory When you use a USB device, insert straight in and pull straight out. ● Media player only supports USB Mass storage class devices. ●...
Media warning messages Message Meaning No media. Please insert a USB The device is not inserted. ● storage device. No media. Device removed. The device is removed. ● No photos/No movies/No music files The device has no data or this ●...
File sharing ■ File sharing with server You can use your computer to exchange files, such as photos, videos, and music between the computer and devices connected to this TV. Then, you can enjoy playing them with Media player. PC connection by a network is required to use this function. ●...
Notice The picture may not appear correctly on this TV depending on the ● recording equipment used. When there are many files and folders, operation may take time to ● complete or some files may not be displayed or playable. Depending on how you create the files and the structure of folders, the ●...
Photos Viewing Photos 1. Insert Media / Prepare Network devices or PC to share the files. 2. Display Devices. MEDIA PLAYER Devices You can also access from Home Screen. ● – Display Devices from Home Screen. HOME Home Screen > Devices 3.
Photo View ■ Thumbnail view Display Slideshow settings Display Sort Display Media select Information panel (File INFO name, Date, Size, etc.) Information differs depending on selected data. ● Displays function guide for each color button on the bottom of the screen. ●...
Sort the photos 1. Display Sort select menu (Folders/Sort by date/Sort by month) Sort select menu 2. Select the sort type Select the type using and press 3. Displayed each screen Folders: Ascending order of numeric/alphabetical Sort by month: Ascending order of the month Sort by date: Ascending order of the day - 87 -...
Options menu In Photo view, some optional menus are available by pressing the OPTION button. 1. Display Options menu (Options menu is also available in Menu.) OPTION Options menu 2. Select the item Select the desired menu using and press (Slideshow settings/Thumbnails size) Options menu...
Using slideshow 1. Display Slideshow settings Slideshow settings 2. Adjust items Select the item by and adjust the settings using Picture quality may deteriorate depending on the slideshow settings. ● Picture setting may not work depending on the slideshow settings. ●...
Slideshow settings Photo size (Normal/ZOOM) Removes the black borders that are added according to the size of the photo being displayed. Display interval (Long/Normal/Short) Display interval sets the time each image is displayed in the Slideshow mode. Repeat playback (On/Off) Turn the Slideshow Repeat (cycle) function on or off.
Soundtrack settings You can register the favorite songs as soundtracks. 1. Select Soundtrack settings Slideshow settings using 2. Select User selected using 3. Displays Soundtrack popup menu, then select the desired song with and press to register This song: Registers current music. All songs in folder: Registers the music in a folder.
Videos Viewing Videos 1. Insert Media / Prepare Network devices or PC to share the files 2. Display Devices. MEDIA PLAYER Devices You can also access from Home Screen. ● – Display Devices from Home Screen. HOME Home Screen > Devices 3.
Video view ■ Thumbnail view Play the video Display Media select Information panel (File INFO name, Date, Size, etc.) Information differs depending on selected data. ● Displays function guide for each color button on the bottom of the screen. ● ■...
Options menu In Video view, some optional menus are available by pressing the OPTION button. 1. Display Options menu (Options menu is also available in Menu.) OPTION Options menu 2. Select the item Select the desired menu using and press (Video options) ●...
Music Playing Music 1. Insert Media / Prepare Network devices or PC to share the files 2. Display Devices. MEDIA PLAYER Devices You can also access from Home Screen. ● – Display Devices from Home Screen. HOME Home Screen > Devices 3.
Music view ■ Thumbnail view Play folder Display Media select Information panel (File INFO name, Date, Size, etc.) Information differs depending on selected data. ● Displays function guide for each color button on the bottom of the screen. ● ■ Playback screen INFO Display/Hide Guide...
Options menu In Music view, some optional menus are available by pressing the OPTION button. 1. Display Options menu (Options menu is also available in Menu.) OPTION Options menu 2. Select the item Select the desired menu using and press (Music options) ●...
Convenience features Eco navigation Eco navigation This setting allows you to set the TV to the most suitable energy-saving mode automatically. 1. Select Eco navigation MENU Menu > Setup > Eco navigation 2. Press Set to ECO Optimizes the TV’s various modes to save energy. Note: The TV’s brightness will adjust and adapt as the room lighting changes.
Timer Setting the menu The TV can automatically turn On/Off at a designated date and time. 1. Display the menu MENU Menu 2. Select Timer Select desired menu using from menu bar and press 3. Select the item and adjust Select desired item using and adjust with Set On/Off timer.
Parental control Setting the menu Locks specified channels or shows to prevent children from watching inappropriate content. You will be asked to enter your password each time you display the Lock menu. Set Custom in Mode to specify Channel, Game Program settings.
Password setting You need to enter the password when you access locked channels or inputs. (Input your 4-digit password) If it is your first time entering the password, enter the password twice in ● order to register it. Make a note of your password. Do not forget it. (If you have forgotten ●...
Parental control ratings “V-chip” technology enables you to lock channels or shows according to standard ratings set by the entertainment industry. ■ U.S. MOVIE RATINGS (MPAA) Not Rated. All children and General Audience. Parental Guidance suggested. PG-13 Parental Guidance for children under 13. Restricted Viewing, parental guidance is suggested for children under 17.
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■ CANADIAN FRENCH RATINGS (C. F. L. R.) Exempt programming. General programming. 8 ans+ Not recommended for young children. 13 ans+ Not recommended for ages under 13. 16 ans+ Not recommended for ages under 16. 18 ans+ Programming restricted to adults. ■...
Closed Caption Setting the menu The television includes a built-in decoder that is capable of providing a text display of the audio. The program being viewed must be transmitting the Closed Caption (CC) information. The settings are “Analog” or “Digital” depending on the broadcaster. ●...
Closed Caption notices For viewing the CC of digital broadcasting, set the aspect to Full (If viewing ● with JUST, ZOOM or 4:3, characters might be cut off). The CC can be displayed on the TV only when the receiver (such as a ●...
Simultaneously control all Panasonic “HDAVI Control” equipped components using one button on the TV remote. Enjoy additional HDMI Inter-Operability with compatible Panasonic products. This TV supports “HDAVI Control 5” function. Connections to equipment (Blu-ray Disc player, DVD recorder, HD Camcorder, Home Theater System, Amplifier, etc.) with HDMI cables enables VIERA Link controls.
For more details on the external equipment’s connections, please refer to ● the operating manual for the equipment. HDMI connections to some Panasonic equipment allow you to interface automatically. This function may not work normally depending on the equipment ●...
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If the connection (or setting) of equipment compatible with HDAVI control is changed, switch the power of this unit Off and On again while the power of all equipment is On (so that the unit can correctly recognize the connected equipment) and check that the connected equipment playback operates.
VIERA Link connections ■ Connecting Blu-ray Disc player/DVD Recorder Connect the HDMI terminal of this TV to the DVD recorder with VIERA Link function using a fully wired HDMI cable. You can use any HDMI terminal on this TV. ● TV (HDMI) HDMI cable DVD recorder with VIERA Link function...
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Home theater system with VIERA Link function AV amp with VIERA Link function DVD recorder with VIERA Link function ■ Connecting an HD Camcorder/Digital camera Press INPUT and select an available HDMI terminal, then connect the HD camcorder/Digital camera with VIERA Link function to this input with fully wired HDMI/mini HDMI cable.
VIERA Link settings To use all VIERA Link functions: After everything is connected, set VIERA Link to On in VIERA Link settings menu. Some features are disabled depending on the “HDAVI Control” version of the equipment. 1. Display the menu MENU Menu >...
When Yes is selected and the TV is turned off, all connected VIERA Link compatible equipment is also automatically turned off. A Panasonic DVD Recorder will not turn off if it is still in Rec mode. ● The TV remains on even if the VIERA Link compatible equipment is turned ●...
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■ Automatic lip-sync function Minimizes time delay between the picture and audio when you connect to a Panasonic theater system or Amplifier. - 114 -...
VIERA Link Some features are disabled depending on the “HDAVI Control” version of the equipment. 1. Display the VIERA Link menu APPS Apps 2. Select the item and set (VIERA Link control/Speaker output/Back to Select the desired menu using and set with Items in the VIERA Link menu may be grayed out if no compatible ●...
Speaker control You can select the Home theater or TV speakers for audio output. Control the theater speakers with the TV remote control. This function is available only when a Panasonic Amplifier or Player theater is connected. 1. Select Speaker output using 2.
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■ Back to TV Returns the input selection of the device selected with the VIERA Link Control to the TV input. Back to TV 1. Select using and press - 117 -...
Info Frame Information This feature is available only when the item other than U.S.A. is selected from Country in First time setup. Info Frame is a convenient feature to provide you relevant information of the watching program, recommendations, etc. It is displayed on the edge of screen when you need it.
How to use You can check useful information using Info Frame while watching TV. 1. Press and hold HOME. Info Frame is displayed on the edge of screen. ● (Example) Current program information, etc. Relevant information (weather forecast, etc.) Notification message Recommended content (TV program, Internet content, etc.) To exit Info Frame ●...
Setting the menu You can set items for Info Frame. 1. Select Display customization from Setup. MENU Menu Setup Display customization > > 2. Select Info Frame at power on and press 3. Set the item and press For the settings ●...
Using Voice guidance Voice guidance This function provides a useful audio readout of basic features. 1. Set Voice guidance to On MENU Menu > Sound > Voice guidance settings > Voice guidance Select the menu using and press Then, switch to On using and press 2.
To use this function, you need to install the application for controlling ● VIERA on your smartphone. For information about the application: http://panasonic.net/viera/support (English only) For the operations, refer to the support information of the application. All settings > Setup > Voice control settings...
How to use 1. Press on the screen of your smartphone to display the operation guide. When a confirmation screen is displayed, read carefully and start Voice ● control function. (Example) 2. Say a key word (e.g. my Home Screen) to the microphone while the operation guide is displayed.
Notice ■ Voice control When you start Voice control function, sound level of the TV becomes low. ● Voice control function may not work properly under the following ● circumstances. – Incorrect or unclear pronunciation. – Volume level of your voice is too loud or too low. –...
TV Remote TV Remote App settings Select desired menu using 3. Set the item Switch to On using This function is subject to change without notice. ● For more details please visit the site below: http://panasonic.net/viera/support (English only) - 125 -...
Turn on the TV via IP This function enables you to turn on the TV with control command by the PC etc. When you need to turn on the TV using this system, set Wake on LAN / ● Wireless LAN to On. MENU Menu Network...
Mirroring You can watch display images of other devices (smartphone, etc.) on the TV screen using a mirroring function. Smartphone, etc. 1. Display Devices from Home Screen. HOME Home Screen > Devices 2. Select Mirroring and press 3. Follow the on-screen instructions. Pairing information of the device (smartphone, etc.) is registered once you ●...
Using USB Keyboard Keyboard Keyboards requiring the drivers are not supported. ■ To select the language type for the keyboard MENU Menu Setup System Keyboard type > > > ■ Key map Some of the keys of USB keyboards may correspond to the operation of the remote control.
All settings How to use Setting the menu Various menus allow you to set the picture, sound, and other functions. Some menus are grayed out depending on the input signal or condition. ● (e.g. Zoom adjustments will be grayed out if the aspect is not set to ZOOM.) 1.
Picture Basic settings Adjust the image or picture quality. MENU Menu > Picture Picture mode (Vivid/Standard/Home theater/Cinema/Custom) Select from preset picture modes for optimal viewing. Mode is saved separately for each input. Back light Adjusts backlight’s luminance (light intensity). Contrast, Brightness, Color, Tint, Sharpness Adjusts the color, brightness, etc.
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C.A.T.S. (On/Off) Contrast Automatic Tracking System (C.A.T.S.) adjusts the screen brightness and contrast according to the room’s ambient light conditions. This ECO feature automatically dims the brightness of the screen when the room lighting is lowered. C.A.T.S. features a built-in delay when the lighting conditions change.
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Picture Pro settings > > Contrast A.I. (Custom/Auto/Off) Automatically controls contrast according to the images. Auto is Panasonic setting. Contrast A.I. setting Adjusts the detail of contrast control setting. If Contrast A.I. is set to Custom, this menu is enabled.
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W/B detail adjustment W/B high R, G, B (+/-50) Adjusts the white balance for light red/green/blue areas. W/B low R, G, B (+/-50) Adjusts the white balance for dark red/green/blue areas. More detail adjustment Adjusts more detailed White Balance items. Input signal level Adjusts the IRE picture level in relation to the gain of the red, green &...
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Yellow, Cyan, Magenta hue (+/-50) Adjusts the yellow/cyan/magenta hue between light, pastel and vivid. Yellow, Cyan, Magenta saturation (+/-50) Adjusts the difference of the yellow/cyan/magenta color against its own brightness. Reset to defaults Resets all More detail adjustment to factory defaults settings. Reset to defaults Color detail adjustment Resets...
Advanced picture MENU Menu > Picture > Advanced picture Game mode (On/Off) Optimizes the TV image for fast response signal when playing video games. Not available in TV mode. ● 3:2 pulldown (On/Off/Auto) Reduces judder in film-based content by transforming 24 fps to 30 fps (non- HDMI).
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HDMI content type (Off/Auto/Photos/Graphics) Based on an HDMI content type, picture is adjusted for optimum playback automatically. Photos/Graphics can be selected manually. Cinema/Game can be selected manually in the Picture mode/Game mode menu. Auto: Switches content type automatically depending on the HDMI signal information.
Screen settings MENU Menu > Picture > Screen settings Screen format SD signal/HD signal: Full / JUST / 4:3 / ZOOM 4K format: Full / V Full Changes the format (aspect ratio). Lets you choose the aspect depending on the format of received signal. Overscan (On/Off) Selects the screen area displaying the image for FULL aspect.
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Screen display (On/Off) Turns the screen off when you select. The sound is active even if the screen turns off. ● Press any buttons to turn the screen on. ● This feature is effective in reducing power consumption when listening to ●...
Other settings Copy adjustments You can copy the selected Cinema or Custom settings and apply them to all or other inputs. Settings are basic picture settings and Pro settings. Reset to defaults Resets all picture adjustments to factory default settings except for the advanced settings.
Sound Basic settings Adjusts audio quality. MENU Menu > Sound Sound mode (Standard/Music/Ambience/User) Selects your favorite sound mode. The selected mode affects all input signals. ● Standard: Provides the suitable sound quality for all types of scenes. Music: Improves sound quality for watching music videos, etc. Ambience: Improves spatial effects and provides clear sounds.
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Equalizer (150Hz/250Hz/500Hz/1kHz/2kHz/4kHz/8kHz/12kHz/Reset to defaults) Adjusts the frequency level to suit your favorite sound quality. Sound mode is set to User. This function is available when ● Select the frequency and change the frequency level by using the cursor ● button. To enhance the bass sound, raise the level of the lower frequency.
Advanced settings MENU Menu > Sound Surround (Virtual surround/Off) Enhances audio L/R response when listening to stereo. Ideal for music and action movies. Gray-out when using Home Theater. ● Bass boost (On/Off) Enhances bass sound and provides powerful sound. Gray-out when using Home Theater. ●...
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A.I. sound (On/Off) Equalizes overall volume levels across all channels and external inputs. Gray-out when using Home Theater. ● Volume leveler (+/-6) Minimizes volume disparity after switching to external inputs. Gray-out when using Home Theater. ● Distance to wall (Over 1ft (30cm)/Up to 1ft (30cm)) Setting for wall mounted TV.
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ARC (Audio Return Channel): ● A function of digital audio output using HDMI cable. HDMI input (HDMIx in) (Digital/Analog) The default setting is Digital for the HDMI connection. (Digital input signal) Select audio input terminal when a DVI cable is connected along with an analog audio input signal.
Voice guidance settings Settings for using voice guidance. MENU Menu > Sound > Voice guidance settings Voice guidance (On/Off) Enables voice guidance of the basic features (Channel banner and input source). Speed (Fast/Normal/Slow) Adjusts the readout speed of the voice guidance. Volume (High/Mid/Low) Selects the volume for voice guidance.
Network Network settings MENU Menu Network > Network connection Connects the TV to the home network. Searches for wireless network or establishes wired connection. Follow the directions on the screen to complete the network settings. Network status Tests the connection between the TV to the local router and the Internet. Displays Current settings and status screen.
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TV Remote App settings Sets a network-based remote control. TV Remote (On/Off) Enables to control the TV from the network equipment (smartphone, etc.). Set to On to enable the settings below. ● Wake on LAN / Wireless LAN (On/Off) Turns on the TV via Ethernet using a wake-up message sent from a device within the home network.
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File sharing settings File sharing server (On/Off) Set to On to enable File sharing function. Network device list You can select and play movies, photos and music files on Network Devices as USB Devices connected to the TV with Media player. Mirroring settings You can set the items for mirroring function.
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About Do Not Track Displays the information about tracking. Software update Check if software (firmware) update for the TV is available. Press OK to start the Software update screen. Follow directions on the screen. Clock first. ● New software notice (On/Off) Selects whether or not to display a notification message when a software (firmware) update is available for download.
Timer Sleep (Off timer) MENU Menu > Timer > Sleep Sleep (minutes) (Off/15 minutes/30 minutes/60 minutes/90 minutes) Selects how long the TV stays on before it automatically turns off. - 151 -...
Timer (On/Off timer) MENU Menu > Timer > Timer Timer set (On/Off) Enables or disables the Timer. Inputs Sets which input will be selected when the TV turns on. Channel Sets the channel to display when the TV turns on. Sets the day when the TV turns on.
Clock settings MENU Menu > Timer > Clock Mode (Auto/Manual) Sets the date and time manually or automatically via an Internet connection. Date, Time (Year/Month/Day/Hour/Minute) Sets current date or time. Time zone (EST/CST/MST/PST/AKST/HST/NST/AST) Selects your time zone, to enable correct automatic date and time settings. (On/Off) Selects if Daylight Saving Time is currently observed.
Auto turn off settings MENU Menu > Timer No activity for 4 hours (Power TV off/Stay on) To conserve energy, the TV automatically turns off when no operation of remote and side panel key continues for more than 4 hours. Not in use when “On/Off Timer”...
Setup Eco navigation MENU Menu > Setup > Eco navigation Set to ECO Sets the TV to the most suitable energy-saving mode automatically. Optimizes the TV’s various modes to save energy. Note: The TV’s brightness will adjust and adapt as the room lighting changes. ●...
Voice control settings Settings for using Voice control function. MENU Menu > Setup > Voice control settings Language (English/Español/Français/中文) Selects the language for voice control. Speech detection level (High/Standard) Sets sensitivity level for voice control. Terms of service Displays the terms of service of voice control. Instructions for Voice Control Displays details of the Voice control function in eHELP.
Parental control MENU Menu > Setup > Parental control Change password Creates a new password. Input the new 4-digit password twice. (Convenience features > Parental control > Password setting) Show adult app (On/Off) Set to Off to lock specific applications to restrict access to them (if available). For Internet content ●...
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Program Prohibits viewing of TV content based on the rating provided by the broadcasters. Mode (On/Off) Sets program lock status. “V-chip” technology enables restricted shows to lock according to TV ratings. Sets each rating level (MPAA, U.S.TV, C.E.L.R., C.F.L.R.). MPAA Selects U.S.
ANTENNA/Cable setup MENU Menu > Setup > ANTENNA/Cable setup ANTENNA/Cable signal (Cable/Antenna) Selects signal source connected directly to the ANTENNA/Cable In terminal. Note: When using a Cable or Satellite box, it is recommended to connect the box ● to an AV IN terminal and skip this setting. Channel surf mode (All/Favorite/Digital only/Analog only) Sets the mode to select the channel with the Channel up/down button.
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Cancel: Cancels the changes. Signal meter Check the signal strength if interference is found or freezing occurs on a digital image. If the signal is weak, check the antenna. ● If you cannot figure out the problem, consult your local dealer. ●...
Language settings MENU Menu > Setup > Language Menus language (English/Español/Français/中文) Selects the screen menu language. Preferred SAP language (English/Spanish/French) Selects the preferred language for hearing or visually impaired, if offered during digital broadcast Note: Preferred language takes precedence over the preferred audio type. ●...
Display customization MENU Menu > Setup > Display customization Smart Banner (On/Off) Sets the banner display status. Input labels Selects the terminal and label of the external equipment. Devices connected to external input terminals can be labeled for easier identification during the input selection.
Closed Caption MENU Menu > Setup > Display customization > Closed Caption Mode (CC on mute/On/Off) Displays Closed Captions. CC on mute: Displays Closed Captions when the audio is muted. (When not using, select Off.) Analog (CC1-4/T1-4) Choose the Closed Caption service of Analog broadcasting. CC1-4: Information related to pictures (Appears at the bottom of the screen) T1-4:...
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Foreground opacity Selects the opacity of text. Background Selects the color of text box. Background opacity Selects the opacity of text box. Outline Selects the outline color of text (Identifies the settings options on the screen). Reset to defaults Resets all Closed Caption settings to factory default settings. - 165 -...
VIERA Link settings MENU Menu > Setup > VIERA Link settings VIERA Link (On/Off) To use all VIERA Link functions, set to On after everything is connected. Power on link (Yes/No) Yes: The TV is turned on automatically and switches to the appropriate HDMI input whenever VIERA Link compatible equipment is initially turned on and the Play mode is selected.
System settings MENU Menu > Setup > System Keyboard type (U.S./Canadian French/Canadian multilingual std./Spanish(Latin America)/Spanish (Spain)) Selects the country/region of the keyboard connected to this TV. Factory defaults Clears all TV settings and memory to factory defaults. License Displays the software license information. - 167 -...
Other settings MENU Menu > Setup > Other settings Power save (Saving/Standard) Reduces screen brightness to lower power consumption. Eye-friendly for viewing in a dark room. - 168 -...
Useful settings MENU Menu > Setup HDCP setting (Auto/2.2/1.4) If the image is not displayed properly due to connected equipment, please select in order of Auto > 2.2 > 1.4. HDMI auto setting (Mode 1/Mode 2) If the image is not displayed properly due to connected equipment, please select in order from Mode 1.
Support / FAQ Help menu Using Help menu The TV’s built-in self-help resources. 1. Display the menu MENU Menu 2. Select Help from menu bar Select desired menu using from menu bar and press 3. Select the Help menu Select desired menu using and press (About Firefox OS/eHELP/TV Self-test/Version/Device information)
Picture - Viewing ■ Frequently Asked Questions For updated information, please visit Panasonic web site. How do I view the picture from devices such as: Cable/Satellite box, game console, Blu-ray or DVD player? INPUT Press the button on the remote to select the correct input source.
Picture - Snowy / none Why is there no picture or just a blue, black or snowy screen being displayed? Press MENU and select Help. Then select Self-test. If the test picture ● displays correctly, then the problem is with the external device (ex. Cable box, DVD player, etc.) or its connection to the TV.
Picture - Distortion The picture is distorted after selecting the “AV” input. What should I do? Ensure that the device is connected correctly to the TV’s Video/ ● Component green connector. If using VIDEO or COMPONENT: ● INPUT Press , scroll to AV, press to select Video or Component.
Picture - Continue Why is there a black box on the screen? Check the settings of Closed Caption (CC). ● Why do some small spots on the screen remain bright or dark? The panel is made up of a few million pixels and is produced with ●...
● pressing the button on the remote control. If the TV is connected to a Panasonic Home Theater via HDMI cable, then ● check VIERA Link controls. If the TV is connected to a Home Theater via optical cable, then: Check ●...
Sound - Unusual Why is the sound unusual, distorted, low volume or in another language? Check that the correct (Secondary Audio Program) is selected by ● pressing the button on the remote control. Check that all connections of external equipment connected to the TV are ●...
1. You need a broadband (High-Speed) Internet service with a speed of no less than 1.5 Mbps. 2. Connect the TV to the Internet through your router by an Ethernet cable or a Panasonic Wireless LAN (built-in). Network connection 3. Start wizard, then follow the directions on the screen to connect.
Software update How do I check for the latest software (firmware) version for my TV? In the main menu, select Network. Select Software update. The current ● version and latest version software will be displayed. If software update is grayed out, the TV is not connected to the Internet. If a newer version is available, update your TV.
Voice guidance How does the voice guidance feature work? This function provides you with useful voice guidance for basic features. ● For more information about settings or operation of voice guidance, please ● refer to the page below. Convenience features > Using Voice guidance - 179 -...
Voice control Will the TV learn my accent? Set or adjust the Voice control settings first. ● This function is not available for all dialects or regions. Performance will ● differ depending on your pronunciation, volume and your surrounding area. Voice control function may not work properly depending on the ●...
Eco navigation Why does my picture look dim and/or sometimes changes brightness levels? This TV is equipped with a money saving feature called Eco Navigation. ● The TV automatically dims the brightness to save energy. It also puts the picture in “Standard” mode and enables the C.A.T.S. feature so it will adjust the picture brightness automatically depending on the rooms ambient lighting conditions.
Other What is the easiest and best way to connect a High-Definition Cable or Satellite box to the TV? Use an HDMI cable. It carries both digital video and audio signal in HD. ● The HDMI cable is the only cable needed to connect an HD device to the Why does the button not display Closed Caption? Check if the setting is turned On or CC on mute.
Menu - Gray-out or missing items Why the Antenna/Cable option or available inputs are not listed in the Input select menu? When you label an input as Not used, then it will be hidden from the Input ● select menu. To make the input visible again: 1.
Reset to factory defaults How do I reset my TV to all factory defaults and settings? In the main menu, select Setup and then select System. Highlight ● Factory defaults and press Enter your password (if locked). Confirmation message will be displayed. Follow the directions on screen to reset the TV to its original factory defaults.
Information Data information ■ Supported Data format for Media player (USB flash memory)/ DLNA Media Compatible format Photo JPEG files (DCF and EXIF standards) ● Sub-sampling - 4:4:4, 4:2:2 and 4:2:0 Image resolution - 8 x 8 to 30,719 x 17,279 pixels Videos MP4 files ●...
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TS files ● Video codec: H.264/H.265 (HEVC) /MPEG1/ MPEG2 Audio codec: AAC/Dolby Digital/Dolby Digital Plus/ HE-AAC/MPEG Audio/MP3 WebM files ● Video codec: VP9 Audio codec: Vorbis Music MP3 files (MP3) ● M4A files (AAC/Apple Lossless) ● – Copy-protected files cannot be played back. FLAC files (FLAC) ●...
Care and Cleaning Display panel First, unplug the Power cord plug from the wall outlet. ■ Display panel The front of the display panel has been specially treated. Wipe the panel surface gently using only a cleaning cloth or a soft, lint-free cloth. If the surface is particularly dirty, after cleaning up the dust, soak a soft, ●...
Cabinet First, unplug the Power cord plug from the wall outlet. ■ Cabinet If the cabinet becomes dirty, wipe it with a soft, dry cloth. If the cabinet is particularly dirty, soak the cloth in a weak mild liquid dish ●...
Pedestal / Power cord First, unplug the Power cord plug from the wall outlet. ■ Pedestal Cleaning Wipe the surfaces with a soft, dry cloth. If the unit is particularly dirty, clean ● it using a cloth soaked with water to which a small amount of mild liquid dish soap has been added and then wipe with a dry cloth.