Panasonic 34WX53 - 34"" 16:9 HD-Ready Flat-Screen TV, Tau CT-34WX53 Operating Instructions Manual

Wide Screen TV

HDTV Monitor

Operating Instructions

Model No.

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For assistance, please call : 1-888-VIEW-PTV(843-9788)

or send e-mail to : [e-mail]
or visit us at www.panasonic.com (U.S.A)

For assistance, please call : 787-750-4300

or visit us at www.panasonic.com (Puerto Rico)

For assistance, please call : 1-800-561-5505

or visit us at www.panasonic.ca (Canada)

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WARNING: 1) To prevent electric shock, do not remove cover. No user serviceable parts inside. Refer servicing to

qualified service personnel.

2) Do not remove the grounding pin on the power plug. This apparatus is equipped with a three pin
grounding-type power plug. This plug will only fit a grounding-type power outlet. This is a safety fea­ture. If you are unable to insert the plug into the outlet, contact an electrician.
Do not defeat the purpose of the grounding plug.

WARNING: To reduce the risk of fire or electric shock, do not expose this apparatus to rain or moisture.

Do not place liquid containers (flower vase, cups, cosmetics, etc.) above the set. (including on
shelves above, etc.)

WARNING: To reduce the risk of electric shock, do not remove cover or back.
No user-serviceable parts inside. Refer servicing to qualified service personnel.

The lightning flash with
arrow-head within a triangle
is intended to tell the user
that parts inside the product
are a risk of electric shock to
persons.

The exclamation point within
a triangle is intended to tell
the user that important
operating and servicing
instructions are in the papers
with the appliance.

WARNING

RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK

DO NOT OPEN

Manufactured under license from BBE Sound, Inc.
Licensed by BBE Sound, Inc. under USP4638258 and 4482866.

BBE and BBE symbol are registered trademarks of BBE Sound, Inc.

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1) Read these instructions.
All the safety and operating instructions should be read before the appliance is operated.

2) Keep these instructions.
The safety and operating instructions should be retained for future reference.

3) Heed all warnings.
All warnings on the appliance and in the operating instructions should be adhered to.

4) Follow all instructions.
All operating and use instructions should be followed.

5) Do not use this apparatus near water.
For example, near a bathtub, wash bowl, kitchen sink, or laundry tub, in a wet basement, or near a swimming pool, and

the like.

6) Clean only with dry cloth.
Do not use liquid cleaners or aerosol cleaners. Use a dry cloth for cleaning.

7) Do not block any ventilation openings. Install in accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions.
Slots and Openings in the cabinet are provided for ventilation and to ensure reliable operation of the product and to
protect it from overheating. The openings should never be blocked by placing the product on a bed, sofa, rug, or other
similar surface.

8) Do not install near any heat sources such as radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other apparatus (including amplifiers)
that produce heat.
This product should not be placed in a built-in installation such as a bookcase or rack unless proper ventilation is
provided or the manufacturer’s instructions have been adhered to.

9) Do not defeat the safety purpose of the polarized or grounding-type plug. A polarized plug has two blades with one wider
than the other. A grounding type plug has two blades and a third grounding prong. The wide blade or the third prong are
provided for your safety. If the provided plug does not fit into your outlet, consult an electrician for replacement of the
obsolete outlet.

10) Protect the power cord from being walked on or pinched particularly at plugs, convenience receptacles, and the point
where they exit from the apparatus.

11) Only use attachments / accessories specified by the manufacturer.

12) Use only with the cart, stand, tripod, bracket, or table specified by the manufacturer, or sold with the
apparatus. When a cart is used, use caution when moving the cart / apparatus combination to avoid
injury from tip-over.
Quick stops, excessive force, and uneven surfaces may cause the appliance and cart combination
to overturn.

13) Unplug this apparatus during lightning storms or when unused for long periods of time.
This will prevent damage to the product due to lightning and power-line surges.

14) Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel. Servicing is required when the apparatus has been damaged in any
way, such as power-supply cord or plug is damaged, liquid has been spilled or objects have fallen into the apparatus,
the apparatus has been exposed to rain or moisture, does not operate normally, or has been dropped.

Important Safety Instructions

CAUTION : This TV set is intended to be used with the following TV stand: model TY-S34WX53 for the CT-34WX53.

Use with other stands may result in the TV set becoming unstable, possibly causing injury.

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Dear Panasonic Customer

FCC CAUTION:

Pursuant to 47CFR, Part 15.21 of the FCC rules, any changes or modifications to this TV not expressly approved by
Matsushita Electric Corporation of America could result in harmful interference and would void the user’s authority to
operate this device.

Note:

This product utilizes both a Cathode Ray Tube (CRT) and other components that contain lead. Disposal of these
materials may be regulated in your community due to environmental considerations. For disposal or recycling information
please contact your local authorities, or the Electronics Industries Alliance: <http:// www.eiae.org.>

Welcome to the Panasonic family of customers. We hope that you will have many years of enjoyment
from your new color television set.
To obtain maximum benefit from your set, please read these Instructions before making any adjustments,
and retain them for future reference.
Retain your purchase receipt also, and record the model number and serial number of your set in the
space provided on the back cover of these instructions.

Visit our Panasonic Web Site for USA : www.panasonic.com

for Puerto Rico : www.panasonic.com
for Canada : www.panasonic.ca

For assistance, please call : 1-888-VIEW-PTV(843-9788)

or send e-mail to : [e-mail]
or visit us at www.panasonic.com (U.S.A)

For assistance, please call : 787-750-4300

or visit us at www.panasonic.com (Puerto Rico)

For assistance, please call : 1-800-561-5505

or visit us at www.panasonic.ca (Canada)

This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a TV Broadcast Receiver, pursuant to Part 15
of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a
residential installation. This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed
and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. If this equipment
does cause or receive interference, which can be determined by turning equipment off and on, the user is encouraged
to try to correct the interference by one of the following measures:

Reorient or relocate the TV antenna.
Increase the separation between TV and other equipment.
Connect TV into separate outlet from other equipment.
Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.

Federal Communication Commission Information

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SURROUND ............................................................... 28

SPEAKERS ................................................................. 28

CHANNELS Adjustment .............................................. 29

CHANNEL SCAN ........................................................ 29

FAVORITE CHANNELS Selection .............................. 29

Selecting option menus in OTHER ADJ...................... 30

PRESET CAPTION ..................................................... 30

MANUAL CAPTION .................................................... 31

INPUT LABEL ............................................................. 31

TIMER ............................................................................ 32

SLEEP ........................................................................ 32

TIMER1 and TIMER2 .................................................. 32

CLOCK SET ................................................................ 34

LOCK Feature ............................................................... 35

CREATE CODE FIRST ............................................... 35

CODE .......................................................................... 35

LOCK SET ...................................................................35

CHANNEL ................................................................... 36

V-CHIP SET ................................................................ 36

U.S. TV PROGRAMS.................................................. 37

U.S. MOVIES .............................................................. 38

Canadian English ........................................................ 39

Canadian French ........................................................ 40

Blocking Message ....................................................... 41

HOW LONG? .............................................................. 41

Picture in Picture Operation........................................ 42

Split Screen ................................................................... 44

ASPECT Controls ......................................................... 46

Operating peripheral equipment using the remote control .....

47

Programming The Illuminated Remote Control

Using Access Codes ........................................ 47

Programming Without A Code

(When the code is not known) ......................... 48

Infrared Codes Index .................................................. 49

Mode Operational Key Chart ...................................... 52

Troubleshooting Chart................................................. 62

Cleaning ........................................................................ 62

Specifications ............................................................... 63

Table of Contents

Important Safety Instructions ....................................... 3

Table of Contents ........................................................... 5

Installation ...................................................................... 6

Receiver Location ......................................................... 6

Optional External Equipment ........................................ 6

AC Power Supply Cord ................................................. 6

Safety Precaution .......................................................... 6

Remote Control Battery Installation .............................. 6

Cable Connection........................................................... 7

Connecting the Aerial cable to the RF In Terminal ........ 7

Antenna Connection ............................................. 7

Connecting Headphones / Earphones .......................... 7

Front Control Panel ....................................................... 8

Optional Equipment Connections ................................. 8

Cable Box Connection .......................................... 8

VCR Connection ................................................... 9

VCR and Cable Box Connection ......................... 10

Digital TV - Set-Top Box (DTV-STB) or DVD Connection

... 11

Amplifier Connection (TO AUDIO AMP)................ 11

Program Out Connection (PROG OUT) .............. 12

How to connect the DIGITAL IN Terminals .................. 12

Connecting a DTV Decoder to DIGITAL IN .......... 12

Power ON / OFF ............................................................ 13

Connecting the Plug to the Wall Outlet ....................... 13

How to Turn the Power On.......................................... 13

Menu Language Selection .......................................... 13

VHF, UHF and Cable TV ............................................... 14

VHF and UHF ............................................................. 14

Cable TV ..................................................................... 15

Location of Controls .................................................... 16

Illuminated Remote Control ........................................ 16

Basic Menu Operations ............................................... 18

SET UP Operation ........................................................ 20

MENU Languages ....................................................... 20

ANTENNA Selection ................................................... 20

cc ON MUTE cc MODE (Closed Captions) ............ 20

Selecting option menus in OTHER ADJ...................... 21

MODE Selection ......................................................... 22

AUTO PROGRAM....................................................... 22

MANUAL PROGRAM.................................................. 22

AUTO POWER ON ..................................................... 23

CHAN BANNER .......................................................... 23

Geomagnetic correction (Adjusting skewing of images) ....

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IMAGE SHIFT ............................................................. 24

PICTURE Adjustment ................................................... 24

PICTURE MODE ........................................................ 24

COLOR / TINT / BRIGHTNESS / PICTURE /

SHARPNESS / NORMAL ............................... 24

Selecting option menus in OTHER ADJ...................... 25

COLOR TEMP (Temperature) / NATURAL COLOR /

VIDEO NR / 3D Y/C FILTER ............................ 25

COLOR MATRIX ......................................................... 25

VM (Velocity Modulation) ............................................ 26

FREEZE ...................................................................... 26

Audio Adjustment ........................................................ 27

Selecting STEREO/SAP/MONO ................................. 27

Selecting BASS / TREBLE / BALANCE / NORMAL.... 27

Selecting option menus in OTHER ADJ...................... 27

AI SOUND ................................................................... 27

BBE VIVA / BBE .......................................................... 28

Instalación de las pilas en el control remoto ........ 54

Conexión del cable de la antena al terminal de

entrada de RF .............................................. 54

Conexión/desconexión de la alimentación ........... 55

Conexión del enchufe a un tomacorriente ................ 55

Cómo conectar la alimentación................................. 55

Selección del idioma del menú ................................. 55

VHF, UHF y CATV ..................................................... 56

VHF y UHF ................................................................ 56

Televisión por cable .................................................. 56

Operaciones básicas con menús ........................... 57

PREPARACIÓN......................................................... 59

Selección de MODO ................................................. 59

PROGRAMA AUTOMÁTICO..................................... 59

PROGRAMA MANUAL ............................................. 59

Ubicación de los controles ..................................... 60

Control remoto iluminado .......................................... 60

Manual de instrucciones [Resumeu]

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Precaution on battery use

Incorrect installation can cause battery leakage and corrosion that
will damage the remote control transmitter.

Observe the following precautions:

1. Batteries should always be replaced as a pair. Always use new
batteries when replacing the old set.

2. Do not combine a used battery with a new one.

3. Do not mix battery types (example: “Zinc Carbon” with “Alkaline”).

4. Do not attempt to charge, short-circuit, disassemble, heat or burn
used batteries.

5. Battery replacement is necessary when remote control acts
sporadically or stops operating the TV set.

Requires two AA batteries.

1. Turn the Transmitter face down.
Remove top cover by pressing
down on marking and sliding cover
off in the direction indicated.

2. Install the batteries as shown in
the battery compartment. (Polarity
+ or – must match the markings in
the compartment).

3. Replace the cover and slide in
reverse until the lock snaps.

Two AA size

For frequent remote control users, replace old
batteries with alkaline batteries for longer life.

Helpful Hints:

The Video/Audio connection between components can be made with shielded video and audio cables. For best performance,
video cables should utilize 75 ohm coaxial shielded wire. Cables are available from your dealer or electronic supply store.
Before you purchase any cables, be sure you know what type of output and input connectors your various components
require. Also determine the length of cable you will need.

Installation

Receiver Location

This unit is intended to be used with an optional stand or entertainment center. Consult your dealer for available options. Locate for
comfortable viewing. Avoid placing where sunlight or other bright light (including reflections) will fall on the screen.
Use of some types of fluorescent lighting can reduce remote control transmitter range.
Adequate ventilation is essential to prevent internal component failure. Keep away from areas of excessive heat or moisture.
To ensure optimum color purity do not position magnetic equipment (motors, fans, other speakers, etc.) nearby.

Optional External Equipment

AC Power Supply Cord

CAUTION: To prevent electric shock, match wide blade of plug to wide slot of AC outlet and fully insert. Do not use this

(polarized) plug with a receptacle or other outlet unless the blade can be fully inserted to prevent blade exposure.

Please take safety precautions to
prevent the unit from falling over.
The unit may fall over during
earthquakes, or if someone stands on
or shakes the TV.

Safety Precaution

Fixing to a wall

Use a strong rope or a chain (not included)
to fasten the TV firmly to a strong support
such as a wall or pillar.

Whenever you remove the batteries, you may

need to reset the remote control infrared
codes. We recommend that you record the code

on page 49, prior to setting up the remote control.

Helpful Hints:

Remote Control Battery Installation

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Cable Connection

Connecting the Aerial cable to the RF In Terminal

DIGITAL

IN

S-VIDEO

COMPONENT VIDEO INPUT

INPUT

P

B

P

R

Y

VIDEO

AUDIO

R

L

TO AUDIO

AMP

R

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12

123

VIDEO

PROG

OUT

ANT1

ANT2

SPLIT

OUT

Notes:

(1) To obtain optimum quality picture and sound, an Aerial, the correct cable (75 Ohm coaxial) and the correct terminating

plug are required.

(2) If a communal Aerial system is used, you may require the correct connection cable and plug between the wall Aerial

socket and your television receiver.

(3) Your local Television Service Centre or Dealer may be able to assist you in obtaining the correct Aerial system for your

particular area and the accessories required.

(4) Any matters regarding Aerial installation, upgrading of existing systems or accessories required, and the costs incurred,

are the responsibility of you, the Customer.

Note: Certain cable systems offset some channels to

reduce interference or have Premium
(scrambled) channels. A cable converter box is
required for proper reception. Check with your
local Cable company for its compatibility
requirements.

Incoming Cable from
Home Antenna

Incoming Cable from
Cable Company

75 Ohm VHF/UHF
on back of TV

• For proper reception of VHF/UHF channels, an external antenna is required. For best reception, an outdoor antenna is
recommended. Antenna Mode must be set to TV.

• Incoming Cable from Home Antenna

Connect home antenna to ANT1 connection on back of television. Select TV mode and ANT1 in the SET UP menu.
( Cable Mode is preset at the factory. Antenna users must change to TV mode and select ANT1 in the Set Up Menu.)

Antenna Connection

VHF Aerial

UHF Aerial

Mixer

75 Ohm
Coaxial Cable

S-VIDEOVIDEOL-

AUDIO-R

INPUT 4

ACTION

TV/VIDEO

VOLUME

HPJ

CHANNEL

Connect headphones / earphones as follows.

You can listen to sound from the headphone Jack.

(M3 plug)

(Optional)

Connecting Headphones / Earphones

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Follow this diagram when connecting your television to a cable box only.

Optional Equipment Connections

Note: The remote control must be programmed with supplied codes to operate the cable box (see page 51).

Procedure

1. Select ANT2 in the SET UP menu.

2. Tune the television to Channel 3 or Channel 4.

3. Using the cable box, tune to the premium cable channel you would like to view.

Note:

To use special features such as Favorite Channels and Channel Captions, ANT1 must be selected in the SET UP menu
(see page 20).

Viewing a premium (scrambled) cable channel

Cable Box Connection

ANT INPUT

ANT OUTPUT

DIGITAL

IN

S-VIDEO

COMPONENT VIDEO INPUT

INPUT

P

B

P

R

Y

VIDEO

AUDIO

R

L

TO AUDIO

AMP

R

L

12

123

VIDEO

PROG

OUT

ANT1

ANT2

SPLIT

OUT

CABLE BOX

Incoming Cable

CONNECTIONS ON BACK OF TV

CABLES NOT
SUPPLIED

Push to open the front panel of the television to use the TV without remote control or to use the Audio/Video input jacks for
optional equipment.

Note:

The S-VIDEO connection provides higher quality picture. It overrides other VIDEO connections. Use INPUT 4, AUDIO L
and R with S-VIDEO connection.

A second VCR, video disc player, video game equipment and DSS equipment can also be connected to the video inputs.
See the optional equipment manual for details.

Front Control Panel

Press

TV/VIDEO

to select VIDEO 4 input mode.

1. Connect equipment to front Audio/Video input jacks.

2. Operate optional equipment as instructed in equipment manual.

Procedure

Note:

The front control panel can be used to access menus and
switch video mode when the remote control is not
available.

S-VIDEO VIDEOL-

AUDIO-R

INPUT 4

ACTION

TV/VIDEO

VOLUME

HPJ

CHANNEL

CAMCORDER

Cable Connection

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Cable Connection

Follow this diagram when connecting your television to a VCR only.

Note: The remote control must be programmed with supplied codes to operate the VCR (see page 49, 50).

VCR Connection

Procedure

1. Select ANT1 in the SET UP menu.

2. Tune the television to the television program you would like to view.

Viewing a television program

Procedure

• Option A

1.

Press the TV/VIDEO button on the remote control to select the video input (VIDEO 1, VIDEO 2, etc.) connected to your VCR.

2. Begin the video.

• Option B

1. Select ANT2 in the SET UP menu.

2. Tune the television to Channel 3 or 4, depending on your VCR.

3. Begin the video.

Viewing a video

Procedure

• Option A (Recording and viewing the same program)

1. Select ANT2 in the SET UP menu.

2. Tune the television to Channel 3 or 4, depending on your VCR.

3. Using the VCR, tune to the television program you would like to record.

4. Begin recording.

• Option B (Recording one program while viewing another program)

1. Select ANT1 in the SET UP menu.

2.

Press the TV/VIDEO button on the remote control to select the video input (VIDEO 1, VIDEO 2, etc.) connected to your VCR.

3. Using the VCR, tune to the television program you would like to record.

4. Begin recording.

5. Press the TV/VIDEO button on the remote control to switch back to TV mode.

6. Tune the television to the program you would like to view.

Recording a television program

S-VIDEO

VIDEO

ANT INPUT

ANT OUTPUT

AUDIO

R

L

DIGITAL

IN

S-VIDEO

COMPONENT VIDEO INPUT

INPUT

PB

PR

Y

VIDEO

AUDIO

R

L

TO AUDIO

AMP

R

L

12

123

VIDEO

PROG

OUT

ANT1

ANT2

SPLIT

OUT

CONNECTIONS ON BACK OF TV

Incoming Cable

CABLES NOT SUPPLIED

VCR

Use either the S-Video or the
Video connection.

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Cable Connection

Follow this diagram when connecting your television to both a VCR and a cable box.

Notes:

(1) Similar connections are available at the INPUT 1, 2, 3, 4 input terminals.
Input 4 is located on the front of the unit.
Select the desired VIDEO input position by pressing the TV/VIDEO button. (See page 17)
(2) When connecting video cables, priority is given to the S-Video cable when the S-Video input terminal and the video

input terminal are connected at the same time.

Note: To use special features such as Favorite Channels and Channel Captions, ANT1 must be selected in the SET UP

menu (see page 20).

Note: The remote control must be programmed with supplied codes to operate the VCR and cable box

(see page 49 - 51).

Note: To view a different channel while recording:

• Select ANT1 in the SET UP menu.

• Press the TV/VIDEO button on the remote control to TV mode.

• Tune the television to a program (except another premium cable channel).

Procedure

1. Select ANT2 in the SET UP menu.

2. Tune the television to Channel 3 or Channel 4.

3. Using the cable box, tune to the premium cable channel you would like to view.

Viewing a premium (scrambled) cable channel

Procedure

1. Select ANT2 in the SET UP menu.

2. Press the TV/VIDEO button on the remote control to select the video input (VIDEO 1, VIDEO 2, etc.) connected
to your VCR.

3. Turn the VCR ON.

4. Tune the VCR to Channel 3 or 4, depending on the switch setting on the back of VCR.

5. Using your cable box, tune to the premium cable channel you would like to record.

6. Begin recording.

Recording a premium (scrambled) cable channel

VCR and Cable Box Connection

S-VIDEO

VIDEO

ANT INPUT

ANT OUTPUT

ANT INPUTANT OUTPUT

DIGITAL

IN

S-VIDEO

COMPONENT VIDEO INPUT

INPUT

P

B

P

R

Y

VIDEO

AUDIO

R

L

TO AUDIO

AMP

R

L

12

123

VIDEO

PROG

OUT

ANT1

ANT2

SPLIT

OUT

AUDIO

R

L

Use either the S-Video or the Video connection.

Incoming Cable

VCR

CABLE BOX

CONNECTIONS ON BACK OF TV

CABLES NOT SUPPLIED

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DIGITAL

IN

S-VIDEO

COMPONENT VIDEO INPUT

INPUT

P

B

P

R

Y

VIDEO

AUDIO

R

L

TO AUDIO

AMP

R

L

12

123

VIDEO

PROG

OUT

ANT1

ANT2

SPLIT

OUT

Cable Connection

Digital TV - Set-Top Box (DTV-STB) or DVD Connection

This television is capable of displaying 1080i and 480p DTV signals when connected to a DTV Tuner set-top-box (STB). In
order to view DTV programming, the STB must be connected to the component video inputs (Y, PB , PR ) of the television.
A DTV signal must be available in your area. Select the output of the STB to either 1080i or 480p.
This television also utilizes a progressive scan doubler, which de-interlaces the NTSC signal and progressively scans the
image. This allows you to sit close to the TV and not see the thin black horizontal lines (venetian blind effect) associated
with interlaced TV pictures.
Use this diagram to connect the Panasonic DTV-STB (Digital TV-Set-Top Box) or DVD Player to the back of your TV.

Note:

There are 2 sets of three video inputs, Y, PB , and PR . Separate component color inputs provide luminance and color
separation. Use the L (left) and R (right) audio inputs.

Amplifier Connection (TO AUDIO AMP)

To listen through a separate stereo system, connect an external audio amplifier TO AUDIO AMP inputs on back of television.

Note: TO AUDIO AMP terminals cannot be connected directly to external speakers.

Select SPEAKERS OFF & FIXED AUDIO OUT to control audio functions through the external amplifier.

CABLES NOT SUPPLIED

DIGITAL TV OUTPUT

MAIN
VIDEO

AUDIO OUTPUT

P

B

P

R

Y

R

L

DIGITAL

IN

S-VIDEO

COMPONENT VIDEO INPUT

INPUT

P

B

P

R

Y

VIDEO

AUDIO

R

L

TO AUDIO

AMP

R

L

12

123

VIDEO

PROG

OUT

ANT1

ANT2

SPLIT

OUT

DTV INPUT TERMINALS ON BACK OF TV

CABLES NOT SUPPLIED

CONNECTIONS ON BACK OF TV

External Amplifier

Procedure

1. Select SPEAKERS ON located in the onscreen AUDIO menu.

2. Set amplifier volume to minimum.

3. Adjust television volume to desired level.

4. Adjust amplifier volume to match the television.

5. Select SPEAKERS OFF & VARIABLE AUDIO OUT from AUDIO menu.

6. Volume,mute,bass,treble and balance are now controlled through the television.

Audio Adjustments

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Cable Connection

Program Out Connection (PROG OUT)

To use the television audio and video with optional equipment, connect the PROG OUT and TO AUDIO AMP connections
on the back of the television.

See optional equipment manual for further instructions for recording and monitoring.

DIGITAL IN

COMPONENT VIDEO INPUT

INPUT

P

B

P

R

Y

VIDEO

AUDIO

R

L

R

L

12

123

VIDEO

ANT1

ANT2

SPLIT

OUT

DIGITAL

IN

S-VIDEO

COMPONENT VIDEO INPUT

INPUT

P

B

P

R

Y

VIDEO

AUDIO

R

L

R

L

12

123

VIDEO

PROG

OUT

ANT1

ANT2

SPLIT

OUT

TO AUDIO

AMP

TO AUDIO

AMP

CONNECTIONS ON BACK OF TV

VCR

OR

MONITOR

Procedure

1. Connect optional equipment to PROG OUT and TO AUDIO AMP terminals.

2. PROG OUT terminal display is the same as onscreen display.

How to connect the DIGITAL IN Terminals

When connecting a Digital Set -Top -Box to DIGITAL- IN, be sure not to select “SKIP” from the INPUT LABEL menu.
Failing to do so may result in a distorted display or black out (refer to page 31).

Connecting a Digital Set -Top - Box to DIGITAL IN

DIGITAL

IN

S-VIDEO

COMPONENT VIDEO INPUT

INPUT

P

B

P

R

Y

VIDEO

AUDIO

R

L

TO AUDIO

AMP

R

L

1 2

12

3

VIDEO

PROG

OUT

ANT1

ANT2

SPLIT

OUT

DIGITAL IN cable
(Not supplied)

Digital Set-Top-Box

Audio

DIGITAL IN terminals

2 × RCA plug

By inputting a High-bandwidth Digital Content Protection (HDCP) high-definition picture source to the DIGITAL IN terminal
of this television, high-definition pictures can be displayed on the screen in their digital form. (This DVI input terminal is
compliant with the EIA-861 standard and is not intended for use with personal computers.

)

Note:

The DIGITAL IN terminal can only be used with 1080i, 480p or 480i picture signals. Set the Digital Set -Top -Box DIGITAL OUT
terminal Output setting to 1080i, 480p or 480i. For detailed information, refer to the Digital Set -Top -Box instruction manual. If
you cannot display the picture because your Digital Set -Top - Box does not have a DIGITAL OUT terminal Output setting, use
the component Video Input (or the S Video Input or Video Input). In this case the picture will be displayed as an analog signal.

( DVI Input terminal )

13

Power ON / OFF

Connecting the Plug to the Wall Outlet

Note:

The TV’s power cord must first be plugged into the wall
outlet and then turned on at the POWER switch (standby
mode).

Press the POWER switch on the TV to turn the set on.
POWER-ON: Red
When the set is on press the POWER switch on the TV
to turn the set off.
STANDBY: No light

Example: The screen below is displayed for a while after

the TV is turned on. (setting condition is an
example.)

Press the POWER button on the remote control to turn
the TV on: Red
Press the POWER button on the remote control to turn
the TV off: No light (standby)

How to Turn the Power On

Remote Control Sensor

CH 3

SAP

JUST

VIVID

A

C

T

I

O

N

TV

DTV

CBL

AUX

DVD

VCR

DBS

RCVR

CH

CH

VOL VOL

RECALL

SAP

BBE
MENU

M

U

T

E

A

S

P

E

C

T

T

V

/

V

I

D

E

O

L

I

G

H

T

POWER

POWER

Menu Language Selection

In SET UP Menu, Select IDIOMA/LANGUE to change menu language to ENGLISH, ESPAÑOL (Spanish) or FRANÇAIS
(French). (refer to page 20)

Note:

The TV will still consume some power as long as the power cord is still inserted
into the wall outlet.

14

VHF, UHF and Cable TV

Press to turn the TV on (See page 13).

Press

TV

to operate the TV set with the remote

control.

Press to select the desired channel.

Select the desired volume level.

Notes:

(1) The channel number and volume level remain the same even after

the TV is turned off.

(2) Power consumption and howling of sound can be reduced if the

volume level is lowered.

POWER

1

2

3

123

456

7809

DTV

AUX

DVD

VCR

DBS

RCVR

RECALL

BBE
MENU

PLAY

R-TUNE PROG

GUIDE

SAP

PAGEEXIT

PIP SPLIT MOVE SWAP

STOPPAUSE

REC

PIP MAX

FF

PIP MIN

REW

FREEZE
TV/VCR

PIP CH

VCR CH

SEARCH

OPEN/CLOSE

M

U

T

E

A

S

P

E

C

T

T

V

/

V

I

D

E

O

L

I

G

H

T

POWER

CBL

CH

CH

VOL VOL

A

C

T

I

O

N

TV

TV

A

C

T

I

O

N

CH

CH

VOL VOL

A

C

T

I

O

N

CH

CH

VOL VOL

4

VHF and UHF

S-VIDEOVIDEOL-

AUDIO-R

INPUT 4

ACTION

TV/VIDEO

VOLUME

HPJ

CHANNEL

S-VIDEOVIDEOL-

AUDIO-R

INPUT 4

ACTION

TV/VIDEO

VOLUME

HPJ

CHANNEL

Power switch

Remote control sensor

Operation can be done
from the TV set.

•

Channel selectors

•

Volume adjusters

15

A

C

T

I

O

N

123

456

7809

TV

DTV

AUX

DVD

VCR

DBS

RCVR

CH

CH

VOL VOL

PLAY

R-TUNE PROG

GUIDE

RECALL

SAP

PAGEEXIT

PIP SPLIT MOVE SWAP

STOPPAUSE

REC

PIP MAX

FF

PIP MIN

REW

BBE
MENU

FREEZE
TV/VCR

PIP CH

VCR CH

SEARCH

OPEN/CLOSE

M

U

T

E

A

S

P

E

C

T

T

V

/

V

I

D

E

O

L

I

G

H

T

POWER

CBL

Confirming

Confirm that registration with cable TV provider and connection of
equipment are completed. Turn the CABLE BOX on and select the
desired volume level.

Press while pointing the remote control towards
the CABLE BOX.

Note:

The remote control code number is set for
Panasonic products.
When peripheral equipment does not operate,
reset code (See page 47 - 48).

Operate the CABLE BOX and select the desired volume level.

POWER

CBL

1

2

3

Press

CBL

to confirm.

INPUT

OUTPUT

S-VIDEOVIDEOL-

AUDIO-R

INPUT 4

ACTION

TV/VIDEO

VOLUME

HPJ

CHANNEL

ANTENNA TERMINAL ON
THE BACK OF THE TV

CABLE BOX

To Antenna

Input

Incoming Cable from Antenna
or Cable TV System.

Cable TV

When the antenna cable is connected to the TV antenna terminal via a cable box or VCR, set the TV channel to CH3 or CH4.
This does not apply when signal is input from VIDEO INPUT.

VHF, UHF and Cable TV

16

Illuminated Remote Control

Location of Controls

Power button

Press to turn the TV ON or OFF (See page 13).
Note: The TV’s power cord must first be plugged into the wall outlet

and then turned on at the POWER switch (standby mode).

R-TUNE button

Switches to previously viewed channel or video mode.

MUTE button

Press this button to mute the sound, press again to cancel the mute.

Operation of other Device

TV

DTV

CBL

AUX

DVD

VCR

DBS

RCVR

Mode Selection buttons

Selects the operation mode for the remote control. (See page 48)

VCR Mode Selection for Remote Control

Digital Video Disk Mode Selection for Remote Control

Aux Mode Selection for Remote Control

TV Mode Selection for Remote Control

Digital Broadcasting Satellite for
Remote Control

Receiver/Amplifier Mode Selection
for Remote Control

Digital TV Mode Selection for Remote Control

Cable TV Mode Selection for Remote Control

PIP or SPLIT FREEZE

TV/VCR Switch
TV/DBS Switch

-

-

PIP or SPLIT CH up/down

VCR CH up/down

TV/DBS CH up/down

-

-

PIP Search

-

-

OPEN/CLOSE

-

TV

VCR

CABLE/DBS

DVD/LD/CD

RCVR

TV

VCR

CABLE/DBS

DVD/LD/CD

RCVR

PIP Minimize/Maximize

VCR REW/FF

-

Skip Search REW/FF

Surround -/+

-

PLAY

-

PLAY

-

­VCR RECORD
DBS RECORD

-

-

-

Pause

-

Pause

-

-

STOP

-

STOP

-

ButtonsButtons

Device

PIP MAX

FF

STOP

PIP MIN

REW

PLAY

PAUSE

ButtonsButtons

Device

SEARCH

OPEN/CLOSE

REC

FREEZE

TV/VCR

PIP CH

VCR CH

ASPECT button

Change of screen size (See page 46).

R-TUNE

ZOOM FULL JUST

4 : 3

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A

C

T

I

O

N

123

456

7809

TV

DTV

CBL

AUX

DVD

VCR

DBS

RCVR

POWER

CH

CH

VOL VOL

PLAY

R-TUNE PROG

GUIDE

RECALL

SAP

PAGEEXIT

PIP SPLIT MOVE SWAP

STOPPAUSE

REC

PIP MAX

FF

PIP MIN

REW

BBE
MENU

FREEZE

TV/VCR

PIP CH

VCR CH

SEARCH

OPEN/CLOSE

M

U

T

E

A

S

P

E

C

T

T

V

/

V

I

D

E

O

L

I

G

H

T

A

C

T

I

O

N

CH

CH

VOL VOL

RECALL

BBE
MENU

GUIDEPAGEEXIT

Direct program number
selection buttons

Lights the remote control buttons.

The selected button blinks when lit.

Returns to normal viewing from the MENU screen.
Previous item in MENU.

TV/VIDEO button

The input mode changes each time this button is pressed.

GUIDE button
for DBS.

Location of Controls

SAP button

Selects Audio mode (See page 27).

Page up/down for DBS,
skip +/- for DVD & CD.

Swap pictures in Split Screen and Picture in Picture operation

(See page 42, 45).

PROG dash button

Program dash channel numbers for DTV and DBS.

PROG

Move PIP frame in Picture in Picture Operation (See page 43).

Split Screen (see page 44)

Picture in Picture Operation (see page 42)

COMPONENT 2

DIGITAL-IN

TV

COMPONENT 1

VIDEO 3VIDEO 4 VIDEO 1VIDEO 2

Reduces volume

Moves cursor to the
left during menu
mode.

Displays menu

Press to access
DTV, DBS or DVD
menus.
During TV mode press
to select BBE VIVA ON
or BBE VIVA OFF.

Changes to the next channel down

Moves cursor downward during menu mode.

Increases volume

Moves cursor to
the right during
menu mode.

Changes to the next channel up

Moves cursor upward during menu mode.

Press to display
time, channel,
sleep timer and
other options.

STEREO SAP MONO

18

Basic Menu Operations

1

A

C

T

I

O

N

CH

CH

VOL VOL

Press to display the menu screen.

Press to select desired menu icon.

Press to enter submenu field.

2

Press to select desired submenu feature.

Press to select or adjust.

A

C

T

I

O

N

CH

CH

VOL VOL

Press to select OTHER ADJ.

Press to enter option menu field.

A

C

T

I

O

N

CH

CH

VOL VOL

Proceed to selection and adjustment of
the option menu.

[ for OTHER ADJ.]

A

C

T

I

O

N

CH

CH

VOL VOL

Press to return.

To return to MAIN MENU: To return to previous screen:

A

C

T

I

O

N

CH

CH

VOL VOL

Press to exit from the MENU screen.
This returns the set to the normal
viewing condition.

To end adjustments:

PICTURE

PIC MODE
COLOR
TINT
BRIGHTNESS
PICTURE
SHARPNESS
NORMAL
OTHER ADJ.

VIVID

:

EXIT

:

SUB MENU

NO

PICTURE

PIC MODE
COLOR
TINT
BRIGHTNESS
PICTURE
SHARPNESS
NORMAL
OTHER ADJ.

VIVID

PRESS ACTION FOR MAIN MENU

NO

PICTURE

PIC MODE
COLOR
TINT
BRIGHTNESS
PICTURE
SHARPNESS
NORMAL
OTHER ADJ.

VIVID

PRESS ACTION FOR MAIN MENU

NO

PRESS ACTION TO RETURN

35COLOR

PICTURE

PIC MODE
COLOR
TINT
BRIGHTNESS
PICTURE
SHARPNESS
NORMAL
OTHER ADJ.

PRESS ACTION FOR MAIN MENU

PRESS TO ENTER

PICTURE

OTHER ADJ.

COOL

ON

OFF

ON
SD
ON

SPLIT

COLOR TEMP

NATURAL COLOR
VIDEO NR
3D Y/C FILTER
COLOR MATRIX
VM
FREEZE

PRESS ACTION FOR MAIN MENU

PICTURE

PIC MODE
COLOR
TINT
BRIGHTNESS
PICTURE
SHARPNESS
NORMAL
OTHER ADJ.

VIVID

:

EXIT

:

SUB MENU

NO

NORMAL PICTURE

PICTURE

PIC MODE
COLOR
TINT
BRIGHTNESS
PICTURE
SHARPNESS
NORMAL
OTHER ADJ.

VIVID

PRESS ACTION FOR MAIN MENU

NO

PRESS ACTION TO RETURN

35COLOR

19

Basic Menu Operations

PICTURE

AUDIO

CHANNELS

TIMER

LOCK

SET UP

PICTURE

PIC MODE
COLOR
TINT
BRIGHTNESS
PICTURE
SHARPNESS
NORMAL
OTHER ADJ.

VIVID

:

EXIT

:

SUB MENU

SET

PICTURE

PIC MODE
COLOR
TINT
BRIGHTNESS
PICTURE
SHARPNESS
NORMAL
OTHER ADJ.

PRESS ACTION FOR MAIN MENU

PRESS TO ENTER

PICTURE

OTHER ADJ.

NORMAL

ON

OFF

ON
SD
ON

SPLIT

COLOR TEMP

NATURAL COLOR
VIDEO NR
3D Y/C FILTER
COLOR MATRIX
VM
FREEZE

PRESS ACTION FOR MAIN MENU

MODE
BASS
TREBLE
BALANCE
NORMAL
OTHER ADJ.

STEREO SAP MONO

SET

AUDIO

PRESS ACTION FOR MAIN MENU

MODE
BASS
TREBLE
BALANCE
NORMAL
OTHEAJ.

AUDIO

PRESS ACTION FOR MAIN MENU

PRESS TO ENTER

OTHER ADJ.

CH. SCAN
FAVORITES

OTHER ADJ.

ALL

CHANNELS

ENTER CHANNEL 3
FAVORITE CHANNELS
2 5 8 10
18 25

: ADD
: DELETE

PRESS ACTION FOR MAIN MENU

CH. SCAN
FAVORITES

OTHER ADJ.

CHANNELS

PRESS ACTION FOR MAIN MENU

PRESS TO ENTER

CHANNELS

PRESET CAPTION

MANUAL CAPTION

INPUT LABEL

PRESS ACTION TO RETURN

OTHER ADJ.

CHANNELS

A&E
AMC
BET
BRAVO
CNBC
CNN/SI
COMEDY
COURT

PRESS ACTION TO RETURN

PRESET CAPTION

ABC

CBS
FOX
NBC
PBS
CNN
ESPN
HBO

PRESS

FOR

MORE CHANNELS

CHANNELS

ENTER CHANNEL 10

ENTER CAPTION

PRESS ACTION TO RETURN

MANUAL CAPTION

TO MOVE CURSOR

TO SELECT CHANNEL

CHANNELS

COMPONENT1

COMPONENT2

DIGITAL-IN

VIDEO1
VIDEO2
VIDEO3
VIDEO4

PRESS ACTION TO RETURN

INPUT LABEL

TO MOVE CURSOR

TO SELECT LEBEL

NO

TIMER
SLEEP
TIMER1
TIMER2
CLOCK SET

PRESS ACTION FOR MAIN MENU

MON FRI

NO

TIMER

TIMER1

PRESS ACTION TO RETURN

DAY

ON TIME
OFF TIME
ENTER CHANNEL
SET

TIMER

CLOCK SET

PRESS ACTION TO RETURN

CREATE
CODE FIRST

LOCK

PRESS ACTION FOR MAIN MENU

LOCK SET
V - CHIP SET

HOW LONG?

CODE

PRESS ACTION FOR MAIN MANU

LOCK

OFF

U.S. MOVIES

SESTTING:

12HOURS

BLOCK PROGRAMS :

CHANG CODE

OTHER ADJ.

SET UP

PRESS ACTION FOR MAIN MENU

ENGLISH

ANT1

NO

OFF

IDIOMA/
LANGUE
ANTENNA
ON MUTE
MODE

PRESS TO ENTER

OTHER ADJ.

SET UP

PRESS ACTION TO RETURN

CABLE

OFF

ON

MODE

AUTO PROGRAMA
MANUAL PROGRAMA

AUTO POWER ON
CHAN BANNER
GEOMAGNETIC CORR
PRESS FOR MORE

OTHER ADJ.

SET UP

PRESS ACTION TO RETURN

OFF

PRESS FOR MORE
IMAGE SHIFT
ON IS RECOMMENDED

PRESS ACTION FOR MAIN MENU

ENTER CODE

LOCK

AI SOUND

BBE VIVA 3D

BBE
SURROUND

SPEAKERS
ON

ON

ON

ON

3D

AUDIO

PRESS ACTION TO RETURN

OTHER ADJ.

20

SET UP Operation

MENU Languages

In SET UP Menu, select IDIOMA / LANGUE to change menu language to
ENGLISH, ESPAÑOL (Spanish) or FRANÇAIS (French).

A

C

T

I

O

N

CH

CH

VOL VOL

Press to select IDIOMA / LANGUE.

ENGLISH

Press to select ENGLISH, SPANISH or FRENCH.

ANT1 ANT2

ANTENNA Selection

To select either ANT1 or ANT2.

Press to select ANT1 or ANT2.

A

C

T

I

O

N

CH

CH

VOL VOL

Press to select ANTENNA.

cc

ON MUTE

cc

MODE (Closed Captions)

This receiver has a built in decoder that provides a visual depiction of the audio portion of a television program in the form
of written words across the screen (white or colored letters on a black background). It allows the viewer to read the
dialogue of a television program or other information.

cc ON MUTE

Activates the On-Screen Closed Caption feature, when the MUTE button on the Remote Control is pressed. To deactivate,
press the MUTE button again.

Note:

This feature functions when the Closed Caption Mode is in the “OFF” position. The program being viewed must be
broadcast with Closed Caption.

A

C

T

I

O

N

CH

CH

VOL VOL

Press to select cc ON MUTE.

Press to select from the following:

NO (OFF) C1 C2 C3 C4

OTHER ADJ.

SET UP

PRESS ACTION FOR MAIN MENU

ENGLISH

ANT1

NO

OFF

IDIOMA/
LANGUE
ANTENNA
ON MUTE
MODE

OTHER ADJ.

SET UP

PRESS ACTION FOR MAIN MENU

ENGLISH

ANT1

NO

OFF

IDIOMA/
LANGUE
ANTENNA
ON MUTE
MODE

OTHER ADJ.

SET UP

PRESS ACTION FOR MAIN MENU

ENGLISH

ANT1

NO

OFF

IDIOMA/
LANGUE
ANTENNA
ON MUTE
MODE