Panasonic CT-27G24 User Manual [en, es]

Panasonic

Color Television
Operating Instructions

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Table of Contents

Table of Contents

Congratulations

Customer Record

Care and Cleaning................................................................3

Specifications

Installation.................................................................................4

Television Location...............................................................4

Optional Cable Connections.................................................4

AC Power Supply Cord

Cable / Antenna....................................................................4

Cable Connection.................................................................4

Antenna Connection..................................;

Optional Equipment Connections.........................................5

To Audio Amplifier

Audio Adjustments................................................................6

Main Menu.................................................................................6

ACTION Button.....................................................................6

CH/VOL Buttons...................................................................6

Picture In Picture (PIP) Operation.............................................7

' PIP Operation with a VCR and Cable Box

PIP Operation with a VCR - No Cable Box
Main Menu Feature Chart

Special Features.....................................................................11

Languages.........................................................................11

Timer...................................................................................11

Sleep Timer

Program Timer...................................................................11

CH CAP (Channel Caption)................................................12

LOCK..................................................................................13

Game Guard Lock and Unlock...........................................13

Troubleshooting Chart

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Safety Instructions

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WARNING

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WARNING: To reduce the risk of electric shock do not remove cover or back.

No usef'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

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WARNING: To prevent fire or shock hazard, do not expose this appliance to

rain or moisture.

parts inside the product are a
risk of electric shock to persons.

Read these instructions completely before operating TV.
Contents are subject to change without notice or obligation.

Copyright 1999 by Matsushita Electric Corporation of America. All rights reserved.
Unauthorized copying and distribution is a violation of law.

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

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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 mode) 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. Product registration is available for U.S.
customers at

Care and Cleaning

Screen (Turn TV Off)

Cabinet and Remote Control

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• Use a mild soap solution or window cleaner with a soft clean

• Avoid excessive moisture and wipe dry.

• Use a soft cloth dampened with water or a mild detergent

• Avoid excessive moisture and wipe dry.

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cloth. DO NOT USE ABRASIVE CLEANERS.

solution. Do not use benzene, thinner, or other petroleum
based cleaners.

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Specifications

Power Source

CT-27G24 CT-32G24
CT-35G24 CT-36G24

Channel Capability -181

Video Input Jacks

Audio Input Jacks

To Audio AMP Jack

S-VHS Input Jack

{some models)

Specifications are subject to change without notice or obligation.

120V AC, 60Hz

VHF-12; UHF-56: Cable-113

1 Vp.p, 75 Ohm, Phono Jack Type

500mV RMS 47K Ohm

0-2.0V RMS 4.7K Ohm

S-Video (Y-C) Connector

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iNSTALLATiON

Instaliation

Television Location

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

□ Avoid excessive sunlight or bright lights, including reflections.
□ Keep away from excessive heat or moisture. Inadequate ventilation

may cause Internal component failure.
□ Fluorescent lighting may reduce remote control transmitting range.
□ Avoid magnetic equipment, including motors, fans, or external speakers.

Optional Cable Connections

Shielded audio and video cables should be used between components. For
best results:
□ Use 75-ohm coaxial shielded cables.
Cl Use appropriate input and output connectors that match your

component connectors.
□ Avoid 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 INSERT. DO NOT USE A PLUG Polarized plug
WITH A RECEPTACLE OR OTHER OUTLET UNLESS
THE BLADE CAN BE FULLY INSERTED TO PREVENT BLADE

EXPOSURE. FOR SOME MODELS THAT ARE NON-POLARIZED, THE
USE OF AN AC ADAPTOR CONNECTOR MAY BE NECESSARY.

Remote Control

Cable/Antenna

The Remote Control Quick Reference Guide is located within the package

provided with this TV.

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.

Incoming Cable from

Cable Company

75 Ohm VHF/UHF

on back ol TV

Antenna Connection

• For proper reception oi VHF/UHF Incoming cable from
channels, an external antenna is
required. For best reception an
outdoor antenna is recommended.

• Antenna Mode must be set to TV.

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

Optional Equipment Connections

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.

(Some models have only one video input and some models have an S-Video input.)

TERMINALS ON BACK OF TV VCR

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Home Antenna

headphone plug

TERMINALS ON FRONT OF TV

(some models)

Procedure

1. Connect equipment as shown to front or rear AudioA/ideo input
jacks.

Note: Front and rear AudioA/ideo connectors cannot be

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

3. Operate optional equipment as instructed in equipment manual.

Note: If both S-VIDEO and VIDEO input are used at the same time, two

images will appear on the TV screen.

operated at the same time.

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Main Menu

TO AUDIO AMPlifier

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

Note:

Audio Adjustments

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

Main Menu

Do not connect
external speakers.

1. Select TV SPEAKERS ON from the AUDIO menu.
Set amplifier volume to minimum.
Adjust TV volume to desired level.
Adjust amplifier volume to match the TV.
Select TV SPEAKERS OFF&VAO from the AUDIO menu.
Volume and Mute are now controlled by the TV,

TO AUDIO AMP terminals directly to

Main Menu

ACTION Button

CH / VOL Buttons

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Press the ACTION button to display the Main Menu and submenus. Press

the ACTION button repeatedly to exit.

Press the CH (channel) or VOL (volume) buttons to select an icon. Use the
CH buttons to highlight the desired features. Use VOL buttons to select and
adjust features.

Remote Navigation Buttons

Picture In Picture (PIP) Operation

Picture In Picture (PIP) Operation

PIP Operation with a VCR and Cabie 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. (Some models
have only one video input and some models have an S-VIDEO video input.)

TERMINALS ON BACK OF TV VCR CABLE BOX

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 fxcture, initially.

To view a different picture in the PiP frame:

• Press the TV/VIDEO button on the Remote Control to select
the video PiP source.

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

• Choose channeis for the PIP frame by pressing the CBL
button on the Remote Controi and using the numeric keypad
or CH up/down buttons.

• 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.

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

Picture In Picture (PtP) Operation

PIP Operation with a VCR - No Cable Box

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. (Some models have only one
video input and some models have an S-VIDEO input.)

TERMINALS ON BACK OF TV VCR

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.

• Press the TVA/IDEO button on the Remote Control to select

the VIDEO PIP source.

• Press the VCR button on the Remote Control and turn ON
the VCR.

• Press the TVA/CR button on the Remote Control,

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

• 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.

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 Feature Chart

Main Menu Feature Chart

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SET TIME

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AUTO PROG

MANUAL PROG Manually add or delete channels from memory.

CC MODE

LANGUAGES

When entered, TIME will display on screen after pressing

POWER button, RECALL button, or changing channels.

Choose CABLE or TV to match the signal at your
antenna input.

Automatically program channels with a signal
into memory.

Select CC for Closed Captioning display. Select OFF to
display closed captioning when MUTE button is pressed.

Select English, Spanish, or French menu.

DESCRfliTION.

SETUP

AUDIO

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Select the audio mode:
O STEREO - Two channel audio reception,

MODE

Al SOUND

TV SPEAKERS

n SAP - (Second Audio Program) Tune to the

alternate audio channel if available in your area
(bilingual or descriptive audio).

□ MONO - One channel audio. Use when stereo

signal is weak.

Automatically maintain constant volume between
programs and commercials.

Select TV SPEAKERS:
□ ON - TV SPEAKERS operate normally.
□ OFF&VAO (Variable Audio Output) - TV Speakers

off - audio adjustable by TV.

□ OFF&FAO (Fixed Audio Output) - TV Speakers off

audio adjustable only by the external amplifier
(some models).

CHANNEL CAPTION

CH CAP

Provide labels for up to 30 stations using up to four
characters for each station.

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Main Menu Feature Chart

Main Menu Feature Chart (Cont)

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SLEEP TIMER

PROGRAM TIMER

Program TV to automatically turn off In 30, 60, or
90 minutes. Select NO to turn timer off.

Program TV to automatically turn on and off at selected
time, on a selected channel, and on a selected day
or daily.

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PICTURE NORM

COLOR Adjust desired color intensity.

TINT

BRIGHTNESS

PICTURE

SHARPNESS

Reset all picture adjustments to factory default settings.

Adjust natural flesh tones.
Adjust dark areas for crisp detail.
Adjust white areas of picture.
Adjust clarity of outline detail.

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TIMER

PICTURE

LOCK

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GAME GUARD

Program to prevent video games, cable box, and VCRs
from being viewed.