Panasonic CT-27D11D, CT-27D31C, CT-2772SC, CT-32D11C, CT-32D31C User Manual

®

Color Television

Operating Instructions

CT-27D11D CT-27D31C CT-2772SC

CT-32D11C CT-36D11C CT-32D31C CT-36D31C CT-3274SC

TQB2AA0398-1 10112 PRINTED IN MEXICO

WARNING

RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK

DO NOT OPEN

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: To prevent fire or shock hazard, do not expose this appliance to rain or moisture.

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TABLE OF CONTENTS
Table of Contents
Feature Comparison Chart ......................................	3
Congratulations ........................................................	4
Customer Record .....................................................................	4
Care and Cleaning ...................................................................	4
Specifications ...........................................................................	4
Installation.................................................................	5
Television Location...................................................................	5
Optional Cable Connections.....................................................	6
AC Power Supply Cord ............................................................	6
Cable / Antenna Connection ....................................................	6
Optional Equipment Connections...........................	7
VCR Connection.......................................................................	7
Digital TV - Set Top (DTV-STB) or DVD Player connection.....	8
Amplifier Connection (To Audio Amp) ......................................	8
1 Tuner Picture In Picture (PIP) Operation Only ....	9
PIP Operation with a VCR and Cable Box ...............................	9
PIP Operation with a VCR - No Cable Box ............................	10
2 Tuner Picture In Picture (PIP) Operation Only ..	11
PIP Operation with a VCR and Cable Box .............................	11
PIP Operation with a VCR - No Cable Box ............................	12
Main Menu ...............................................................	13
Remote Control Buttons .........................................................	13
Remote Control Guide............................................................	13
Main Menu Feature Chart.......................................	14
Special Features .....................................................	17
Menu Languages....................................................................	17
Program Channels .................................................................	17
CC (Closed Captioning) .........................................................	17
Other Adjustments - Auto Power ON/Channel Banner ..........	17
Sleep Timer ............................................................................	18
Timer 1 and Timer 2 ...............................................................	18
Picture -Video Adjustments ....................................................	19
Picture - Other Adjustments ...................................................	19
Channels - Favorites ..............................................................	20
Channels - Caption.................................................................	20
Skip Feature ...........................................................................	20
Lock - Mode............................................................................	21
Troubleshooting Chart ...........................................	22

Read these instructions completely before operating TV.

Contents are subject to change without notice or obligation.

Copyright 2001 by Matsushita Electric Corporation of America. All rights reserved. Unauthorized copying and distribution is a violation of law.

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FEATURE COMPARISON CHART

SPECIAL FEATURES

AUDIO

A/V JACKS

Feature Comparison Chart

	MODELS	27D11D-CT	27D31C-CT	2772SC-CT	32D11C-CT	32D31C-CT	3274SC-CT	36D11C-CT	36D31C-CT
	FEATURES
	MENU LANGUAGE	r	r	r	r	r	r	r	r
	ENG/SPAN/FR
	NO PIP	r			r			r
	1 TUNER PIP			r
	2 TUNER PIP		r			r	r		r
	VIDEO INPUT	r	r	r	r	r	r	r	r
	PICTURE MEMORY
	CLOSED CAPTIONING	r	r	r	r	r	r	r	r
	V-CHIP CAPABILITY	r	r	r	r	r	r	r	r
	75 OHM INPUT	r	r	r	r	r	r	r	r
	CHANNEL INFO	r	r	r	r	r	r	r	r
	BANNER
	VIDEO NORM	r	r	r	r	r	r	r	r
	AUDIO NORM	r	r	r	r	r	r	r	r
	STEREO	r	r	r	r	r	r	r	r
	AI SOUND	r	r	r	r	r	r	r	r
	BASS/BALANCE/TREBLE	r	r	r	r	r	r	r	r
	SURROUND	r	r	r	r	r	r	r	r
	NUMBER OF SPEAKERS	2	2	2	2	2	2	2	2
	A/V IN	3	3	3	3	3	3	3	3
	(REAR/FRONT)	(2/1)	(2/1)	(2/1)	(2/1)	(2/1)	(2/1)	(2/1)	(2/1)
	AUDIO OUT	r	r	r	r	r	r	r	r
	S-VHS INPUT	r	r	r	r	r	r	r	r
	COMPONENT INPUT	r	r	r	r	r	r	r	r
	HEADPHONE JACK	r	r	r	r	r	r	r	r

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CONGRATULATIONS

Congratulations

Your new TV features a solid state chassis that is designed to give you many years of enjoyment. It was thoroughly tested and tuned at the factory for best performance.

Customer Record

The model and serial number of this product are located on the back of the TV. You should note the model and serial number in the space provided and retain as a permanent record of your purchase. This will aid in identification in the event of theft or loss.

Model

Number

Serial

Number

Care and Cleaning

Screen (Turn TV Off)

rUse a mild soap solution or window cleaner with a soft clean cloth. DO NOT USE ABRASIVE CLEANERS.

rAvoid excessive moisture and wipe dry.

Note: Do not spray any type of cleaning fluid directly on the screen.

Cabinet and Remote Control

rFor cabinets and remote control, use a soft cloth dampened with water or a mild detergent solution. Avoid excessive moisture and wipe dry.

rDo not use benzene, thinner or other petroleum based products.

Specifications

	Power Source
	CT-27D11D (2.0A)
	CT-27D31C (2.1A)
	CT-2772SC (2.1A)	120V AC, 60Hz
	CT-32D11C (2.2A)
	CT-32D31C (2.2A)
	CT-3274SC (2.2A)
	CT-36D11C (2.4A)
	CT-36D31C (2.4A)
	Channel Capability - 181	VHF-12; UHF-56; Cable-125
	Video Input Jacks	1Vp-p, 75 Ohm, Phono Jack Type
	Audio Input Jacks	500mV RMS 47K Ohm
	Audio Output Jacks	0-2.0V RMS 4.7K Ohm
	Component Input (Y / PB / PR)	75 Ohm, Phono Jack Type
	S-Video Input Jacks	S-Video (Y-C) Connector

Specifications are subject to change without notice or obligation.

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INSTALLATION

Installation

Television Location

This unit is intended to be used with an optional stand or entertainment centre-. Consult your dealer for available options.

rAvoid excessive sunlight or bright lights, including reflections.

rKeep away from excessive heat or moisture. Inadequate ventilation may cause internal component failure.

rFluorescent lighting may reduce remote control transmitting range.

rKeep away from magnetic equipment, including motors, fans and external speakers.

CAUTION: Use this television receiver 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. In order to avoid injury to children, never place your television receiver on a piece of furniture that is capable of being tilted by a child leaning on it, pulling on it, standing on it, or climbing on it.

CT-27D11D, CT-27D31C, CT-2772SC:

CAUTION: This television receiver for use only with PANASONIC TY-27GPN stand. Use with other carts (or stands) is capable of resulting in instability causing possible injury.

CT-32D11C, CT-32D31C, CT-3274SC:

CAUTION: This television receiver for use only with PANASONIC TY-32GPN stand. Use with other carts (or stands) is capable of resulting in instability causing possible injury.

CT-36D11C, CT-36D31C:

CAUTION: This television receiver for use only with PANASONIC TY-36G22 stand. Use with other carts (or stands) is capable of resulting in instability causing possible injury.

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INSTALLATION

Optional Cable Connections

Shielded audio and video cables should be used between components. For best results:

rUse 75-ohm coaxial shielded cables.

rUse appropriate input and output connectors, that match your component connectors.

rAvoid long cables to minimize interference.

AC Power Supply Cord

CAUTION: TO PREVENT ELECTRIC SHOCK MATCH WIDE

BLADE OF PLUG TO WIDE SLOT OF AC OUTLET AND FULLY

Polarized plug

INSERT. DO NOT USE A PLUG WITH A RECEPTACLE OR OTHER OUTLET UNLESS THE BLADE CAN BE FULLY INSERTED TO PREVENT BLADE EXPOSURE.

PROTECT POWER CORDS FROM BEING WALKED ON, ROLLED OVER, CRIMPED, BENT OR PINCHED, PARTICULARLY AT PLUGS, CONVENIENCE RECEPTACLES, AND THE POINT WHERE THEY EXIT FROM THE APPARATUS.

Cable / Antenna Connection

For proper reception, either a cable or antenna connection is required.

Cable Connection

Connect the cable supplied by your local cable company.

Note: A cable converter box may be required for proper reception. Check with your local cable company for compatibility requirements.

Antenna Connections

Incoming Cable from Cable Company

75 Ohm VHF/UHF

on back of TV

rFor proper reception of VHF/UHF channels, an external antenna is required. For best reception an outdoor antenna is recommended.

rAntenna Mode must be set to TV.

Incoming Cable from Home Antenna

Cable Preset

Cable Mode is preset at the factory. Antenna users must change to Antenna Mode in the Setup Menu.

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OPTIONAL EQUIPMENT CONNECTIONS

Optional Equipment Connections

VCR Connection

VCRs, video disc players, video game equipment, and DSS equipment can also be connected to the video inputs. See the optional equipment manual for more information.

CONNECTION ON BACK OF TV

VCR

COMPONENT	R	AUDIO		L
VIDEO INPUT
TO AUDIO
AMP		PR	PB		Y/VIDEO
INPUT 1
L
R
S-VIDEO
INPUT 2	R	AUDIO		L	VIDEO

CABLES NOT SUPPLIED

Procedure

VIDEO OUT

	L
AUDIO OUT
	R
ANT IN	ANT OUT

HPJ	VIDEO 3 L AUDIO IN R

Jack used for 1/8" headpone plug

FRONT OF TV

1.Connect equipment as shown to front or rear Audio/Video input jacks.

Note: Front and rear Audio/Video connectors cannot be operated at the same time.

2.Select the Video mode by pressing TV/VIDEO button.

3.Operate optional equipment as instructed in equipment manual.

IMPORTANT INFORMATION REGARDING USE OF VIDEO GAMES, COMPUTERS, DSS OR OTHER FIXED IMAGE DISPLAYS.

The extended use of fixed image program material can cause a permanent “shadow image” on the picture tube. This background image is viewable on normal programs in the form of a stationary fixed image. This type of irreversible picture tube deterioration can be limited by observing the following steps:

A.Reduce the brightness/contrast setting to a minimum viewing level.

B.Do not display the fixed image for extended periods of time.

C.Turn the power off when not in actual use.

Note: The marking or retained image on the picture tube resulting from fixed image use is not an operating defect and as such is not covered by Warranty. This product is not designed to display fixed image patterns for extended periods of time.

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OPTIONAL EQUIPMENT CONNECTIONS

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

Use this diagram to connect the Panasonic DTV-STB (Digital TV-Set-Top Box) to the back of your TV.

TERMINALS ON BACK OF DTV-STB OR DVD PLAYER

	CABLES NOT SUPPLIED
			COMPONENT		R	AUDIO		L
			VIDEO INPUT
			TO AUDIO
	Y	PB	AMP
R-AUDIO-L			PR			PR	PB		Y/VIDEO
			INPUT 1
			L
	R-AUDIO-L		R	S-VIDEO
			VIDEO S-VIDEO
		NTSC OUTPUT			R	AUDIO			VIDEO
			INPUT 2					L
	DIGITAL OUTPUT

COMPONENT VIDEO INPUT TERMINALS ON BACK OF TV

Notes:

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

rSelect DTV-STB to 480i output mode. TV set can receive 480i signal only.

Amplifier Connection (To Audio Amp)

Connect to an external audio amplifier input for listening to a stereo system.

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

Audio Adjustments

1.Select TV SPEAKERS ON from AUDIO menu.

2.Set amplifier volume to minimum.

3.Adjust TV volume to desired level.

4.Adjust amplifier volume to match the TV.

5.Select TV SPEAKERS OFF&VAO from AUDIO menu.

6.Volume, mute, bass, treble and balance are now controlled from the TV.

Note: In OFF&FAO the volume is controlled by the external amplifier.

			CONNECTIONS ON BACK OF TV
External Amplifier		TO AUDIO	COMPONENT	R	AUDIO		L
			VIDEO INPUT
		AMP
		L	INPUT 1		PR	PB		Y/VIDEO
		R
	CABLES NOT SUPPLIED		S-VIDEO
			INPUT 2	R	AUDIO		L	VIDEO

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1 TUNER PICTURE IN PICTURE (PIP) OPERATION ONLY

1 Tuner Picture In Picture (PIP) Operation Only

Note: Refer to the FEATURE COMPARISON CHART on page 3 for your television PIP capability.

PIP Operation with a VCR and Cable Box

This television includes a Picture In Picture (PIP) feature. A second video source (VCR, Camcorder, etc.) is required to provide a second picture.

Connect your television to a VCR and Cable Box, as shown.

	CONNECTION ON BACK OF TV				VCR	CABLE BOX
	COMPONENT	R	AUDIO	L	VIDEO OUT	ANT OUT
	VIDEO INPUT
	TO AUDIO
	AMP		PR PB	Y/VIDEO		ANT IN
	INPUT 1
					L
	L				AUDIO OUT
ANT IN	R				R
	S-VIDEO
	INPUT 2	R	AUDIO	L VIDEO	ANT IN ANT OUT

CABLES NOT SUPPLIED

Cable splitter (not supplied)

Incoming

Cable

Note: The Remote Control must be programmed with supplied codes to operate the VCR and Cable Box. See Programming the Remote Control in the Remote Control Quick Reference Guide.

Procedure

Press the PIP button on the Remote Control to display the PIP frame.

Note: The PIP picture is the same as the main picture, initially.

To view a different picture in the PIP frame:

rPress the TV/VIDEO button on the Remote Control to select the video PIP source.

rVerify the CABLE BOX and VCR are ON and the VCR is tuned to channel 3.

rChoose channels for the PIP frame by pressing the CBL button on the Remote Control and using the numeric keypad or CH up/down buttons.

rChoose channels for the Main Picture by pressing the TV button on the Remote Control and using the numeric keypad or CH up/down buttons.

SWAP and RECALL Buttons

The SWAP button switches the PIP and Main Picture source. Press the RECALL button for on screen PIP and Main Picture source status.

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1 TUNER PIP OPERATION WITH A VCR - NO CABLE BOX

1 Tuner PIP Operation with a VCR - No Cable Box

Note: Refer to the FEATURE COMPARISON CHART on page 3 for your television PIP capability.

This television includes a Picture In Picture (PIP) feature. A second video source (VCR) is required to provide a second picture.

Connect your television to a VCR, as shown:

		CONNECTION ON BACK OF TV					VCR
		COMPONENT	R	AUDIO	L		VIDEO OUT	ANT IN
		VIDEO INPUT
	TO AUDIO							Incoming
	AMP			PR PB		Y/VIDEO		Cable
		INPUT 1
	L						L
							AUDIO OUT
ANT IN	R	S-VIDEO					R
			R	AUDIO		VIDEO		ANT OUT
		INPUT 2			L

CABLES NOT SUPPLIED

Note: The Remote Control must be programmed with the supplied codes to operate the VCR. See Programming the Remote Control in the Remote Control Quick Reference Guide.

Procedure

Turn the VCR OFF and tune the TV to channel 3.

Press the PIP button on the Remote Control to display the PIP frame on screen.

Note: The PIP picture is the same as the Main picture, initially.

rPress the TV/VIDEO button on the Remote Control to select the VIDEO PIP source.

rPress the VCR button on the Remote Control and turn ON the VCR.

rPress the TV/VCR button on the Remote Control.

rChoose channels for PIP frame by pressing VCR CHANNEL up/down buttons on the Remote Control.

rChoose channels for the Main Picture by pressing the TV button on the Remote Control and using the numeric keypad or CH up/down buttons.

SWAP and RECALL Buttons

The SWAP button switches the PIP and Main Picture source. Press the RECALL button for on screen PIP and Main Picture source status.

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2 TUNER PICTURE IN PICTURE (PIP) OPERATION

2 Tuner Picture In Picture (PIP) Operation

Note: Refer to the FEATURE COMPARISON CHART on page 3 for your television PIP capability.

PIP Operation with a VCR and Cable Box

This television includes a two tuner Picture In Picture (PIP) feature. This allows watching two (2) live broadcasts at the same time without or with an external video source (VCR).

Without A VCR (External Video Source) Procedure

7.Connect incoming cable to antenna (ANT) input on back of TV.

8.Press the PIP button on the Remote Control to display the PIP frame.

Note: The audio is for the Main Picture only.

9.Choose channels for the PIP frame by pressing the Remote Control PIP CHANNEL up/down buttons.

10.Choose channels for the Main Picture by pressing the Remote Control CH up/down buttons or by using the numeric keypad.

With A VCR (External Video Source) And Cable Box

Connect your television to a VCR and Cable Box, as shown.

		CONNECTION ON BACK OF TV					VCR	CABLE BOX
		COMPONENT	R	AUDIO	L		VIDEO OUT	ANT OUT
		VIDEO INPUT
	TO AUDIO
	AMP			PR PB		Y/VIDEO		ANT IN
		INPUT 1
	L						L
							AUDIO OUT
ANT IN	R	S-VIDEO					R
		INPUT 2	R	AUDIO	L	VIDEO	ANT IN ANT OUT

CABLES NOT SUPPLIED

Incoming Cable

Note: The Remote Control must be programmed with supplied codes to operate the VCR and Cable Box. See Programming the Remote Control in the Remote Control Quick Reference Guide.

Procedure

Press the PIP button on the Remote Control to display the PIP frame.

Note: The audio is from the Main Picture only.

To view scrambled channels through your Cable Box in the PIP frame:

1.Press the TV/VIDEO button on the Remote Control to select the same video input to which your cable box is connected.

2.Verify the CABLE BOX and VCR are ON and the VCR tuned to channel 3.

3.Choose channels for the PIP frame by pressing the CBL button on the Remote Control and using the numeric keypad or PIP CHANNEL up/down buttons.

4.Choose channels for the Main Picture by pressing the TV button on the Remote Control and using the numeric keypad or CH up/down buttons.

Note: The SWAP button switches the on screen PIP and Main Picture source. Press the RECALL button for PIP and Main Picture source status.

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2 TUNER PIP OPERATION WITH A VCR - NO CABLE BOX

2 Tuner PIP Operation with a VCR - No Cable Box

Note: Refer to the FEATURE COMPARISON CHART on page 3 for your television PIP capability.

This television includes a two tuner Picture In Picture (PIP) feature. This allows watching two (2) live broadcasts at the same time without or with an external video source (VCR).

Connect your television to a VCR, as shown.

		CONNECTIONS ON BACK OF TV					VCR
		COMPONENT	R	AUDIO	L		VIDEO OUT	ANT IN
		VIDEO INPUT
	TO AUDIO
	AMP			PR PB		Y/VIDEO
		INPUT 1
	L						L	Incoming
							AUDIO OUT
ANT IN	R	S-VIDEO					R	Cable
			R	AUDIO		VIDEO		ANT OUT
		INPUT 2			L

CABLES NOT SUPPLIED

Note: The Remote Control must be programmed with the supplied codes to operate the VCR. See Programming the Remote Control in the Remote Control Quick Reference Guide.

Procedure

Press the PIP button on the Remote Control to display the PIP frame on screen.

Note: The audio is from the Main Picture only.

To view an external video source in the PIP frame:

1.Press the TV/VIDEO button on the Remote Control to select the same video input to which your VCR is connected.

2.Verify the VCR is on.

3.Choose channels for the Main Picture by pressing the TV button on the Remote Control and using the numeric keypad or CH up/down button.

4.Choose channels for the PIP frame by pressing the TV button on the Remote Control and using the PIP Channel up/down buttons.

.

SWAP and RECALL Buttons

The SWAP button switches the PIP and Main Picture source. Press the RECALL button for on screen PIP and Main Picture source status.

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MAIN MENU

Main Menu

Main Menu

EXIT

Procedures

1.Press the ACTION button on the remote control to display Main Menu.

2.Press the CH up/down or VOL right/left button to highlight the desired icon.

3.Press the ACTION button to display icon features and submenus.

4.Press the CH up/down buttons to select desired icon features.

5.Press the VOL right button to highlight submenus.

6.Press the CH up/down to select desired submenu.

7.Press the VOL right/left button to select or adjust submenu.

8.Press the ACTION button repeatedly to exit menus.

Remote Control Buttons

Remote ACTION / Navigation Button

CH

VOL

VOL

CH

Remote Control Guide

The Remote Control Quick Reference Guide is located within the package provided with this TV.

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MAIN MENU FEATURE CHART

Main Menu Feature Chart

MENU	DESCRIPTION

				SET UP
LANGUAGES			r	Select English, Spanish, or French menu.
			r MODE - Select Cable or TV. See Installa-
				tion section in manual.
PROG. CHAN			r	AUTO PROGRAM - Automatically program
(Program Channels)				channels having a signal into memory.
			r	MANUAL PROGRAM - Manually add or
				delete channels from memory.
			r CC ON MUTE - Activate C1-C2 for Closed
				Captioning display when the remote MUTE
	CC			button is pressed.
(Closed Captioning)			r	CC MODE - Select C1 or C2 for Closed
				Captioning, program guides and other
				information.

rAUTO POWER ON - Select SET to power up the TV at the same time as the Cable Box or other components or select OFF.

	OTHER ADJ.			r	CHAN BANNER - Select ON to display
					onscreen banner when changing channels.
				Note:		Press	RECALL to display			onscreen
						Channel Banner at any time.
								AUDIO
				r	MODE - Select STEREO, SAP (Second
					Audio Program) or MONO. (Use MONO
					when stereo signal is weak.)
				r	BASS - Increase or decrease the bass
	AUDIO ADJ.				response.
				r TREBLE - Increase or decrease the treble
	(Adjustments)
					response.
				r BALANCE			-	Emphasize	the	left/right
					speaker volume.
				r	NORMAL - Reset BASS, TREBLE and
					BALANCE to factory default.
	OTHER ADJ.			r	AI SOUND -			Automatically adjust volume
					to	maintain	a	comfortable	listening level.
	(Adjustments)
					(AI sound is not available in VIDEO mode).
	SURROUND			r Enhances audio response when listening
					to stereo.

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