Panasonic ct-27hc15 Operation Manual

HDTV Monitor Operating Instructions

Écran à haute définition Manuel d’utilisation

CT-27HL15

CT-32HC15CT-27HC15 CT-32HL15

TQB2AA0531 50222 PRINTED IN USA IMPRESO EN EE.UU IMPRIMÉ AUX ÉTATS-UNIS

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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

1. Read these instructions.

2. Keep these instructions.

3. Heed all warnings.

4. Follow all instructions.

5. Do not use this apparatus near water.

6. Clean only with dry cloth.

7. Do not block any ventilation openings. Install in accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions.

8. Do not install near any heat sources such as radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other apparatus (including

9. Do not defeat the safety purpose of the polarized or grounding type plug. A polarized plug has two blades with

10. Protect the power cord from being walked on or pinched particularly at plugs, convenience

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

13. Unplug this apparatus during lightning storms or when unused for long periods of time.

14. Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel. Servicing is required when the apparatus has been dam-

The lightning flash with arrow head

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 Class II insulation symbol (square within a square) indicates that this product has been evaluated and tested to comply with Class II insulation requirements.

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 REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE OR ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS

APPARATUS TO RAIN OR MOISTURE. DO NOT PLACE ANY OBJECTS FILLED WITH LIQUIDS, SUCH AS VASES, ON THIS APPARATUS.

amplifiers) that produce heat.

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.

receptacles, and the point where they exit from the apparatus.

with the apparatus. When a cart is used, use caution when moving the cart/apparatus combination to avoid injury from tip-over.

aged 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.

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

TABLE OF CONTENTS

Important Information ..................................... 2

Congratulations ............................................... 3

Customer Record........................................................ 3

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

Specifications.............................................................. 3

Feature Chart.............................................................. 3

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

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

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

AC Power Supply Cord............................................... 4

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

Remote Control Battery Installation ............................ 4

Initial Set Up Menu........................................... 5

Optional Equipment Connections..................6

VCR ............................................................................ 6

Cable Box ................................................................... 6

VCR and Cable Box.................................................... 6

Amplifier (TO AUDIO AMP) ........................................ 7

Digital TV - Set-Top Box (DTV-STB) or DVD Players 7

Front Control Panel..................................................... 7

Program Out connection............................................. 8

HDMI input connection ............................................... 8

Basic Menu Navigation ................................. 9

Icon Menus Operation................................... 10

Picture......................................................................... 10

Audio........................................................................... 10

Channels .................................................................... 11

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

Lock............................................................................ 12

Set Up ............................................................................ 15

Special Remote Buttons................................................. 15

Manual de instrucciones [Resumen]

Felicidades ................................................................ 16

Instalación de Pilas en el Control Remoto............. 16

Programación Inicial ................................................ 16

Conexiones de Equipo Opcional ............................ 17

Conexión de la Videocasetera ............................... 17

Conexión del Decodificador de Cable.................... 17

Conexiones del Decodificador de Cable y

Videocasetera ..................................................... 17

Conexión del Amplificador de Sonido .................... 18

Conexión del Decodificador de Televisión Digital

(DTV-STB) ó DVD................................................ 18

Panel de Control Frontal ........................................ 18

Conexión de Salida del Programa (PROG OUT)... 19

Conexión de entrada Interface Visual Digital......... 19

Navegación básica del menú .................................. 20

Troubleshooting Chart ................................. 21

Index............................................................... 22

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Note: Remote Control section, the warranty and service center information are located in the back of this manual.

REMOTE CONTROL SECTION

SECCIÓN DE CONTROL REMOTO

WARRANTY AND SERVICE CENTER SECTION

SECCIÓN DE GARANTÍA Y CENTRO DE SERVICIO

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Remote

Remoto

Garantía

Warranty

IMPORTANT INFORMATION

Important Information

FCC CAUTION: ANY CHANGES OR MODIFICATIONS TO THIS TV RECEIVER NOT EXPRESSLY APPROVED BY

PANASONIC CORPORATION OF NORTH AMERICA COULD CAUSE HARMFUL INTERFERENCE, WHICH WOULD VOID THE USER’S AUTHORITY TO OPERATE THIS EQUIPMENT.

FCC INFORMATION

This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limit for a TV Broadcast Receiver accordance with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. The limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against radio and television 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. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause interference to radio or television reception, which you can determine by turning the equipment off and on, try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures.

• Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.

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• Increase the separation between the equipment and the receiver.

• Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected.

• Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.

ENVIRONMENTAL NOTICE:

THIS PRODUCT UTILIZES CATHODE RAY TUBES (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.>

The Energy Star label, a symbol for energy efficiency, was created by the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and the U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) to help customers identify products that can save them money and protect the environment by saving energy. Energy Star compliant products generally consume less energy than similar standard products.

HDMI, the HDMI logo and High Definition Multimedia Interface are trademarks or registered trademarks of HDMI Licensing LLC.

Manufactured under license from BBE Sound, Inc. Licensed by BBE Sound, Inc. under USP4638258, 5510752 and 5736897.

High Definition Sound

BBE and BBE symbol are registered trademarks of BBE Sound, Inc. BBE High Definition Sound restores clarity and presence for better speech intelligibility and music realism.

Important Information Regarding The Use of Video Games, Computers, Or Other Fixed Image Displays

WARNING: The marking or retained image on the picture tube resulting from viewing fixed image is not an operating defect and as such is not covered by Warranty.

The television is designed to display constantly moving images on the screen. Continuous viewing of stationary images such as letterbox pictures on standard screen TVs (with top/bottom bars), non-expanded standard (4:3) pictures on wide screen TVs (with side bars shown on each side of an image), stock market report bars (ticker running at the bottom of the screen), video game patterns, fixed scoreboards, bright station logos, on-line (Internet) or repetitive computer style patterns should be limited. The extended use of fixed image program material can cause permanent picture tube damage, shown as a “shadow image” viewable on normal programs. This type of irreversible picture tube deterioration can be limited by performing the following steps:

• Limit the display of fixed image program material to no more than 15% of total viewing time per week.

• Turn the power off when not in use.

WARNING: KEEP UNNEEDED SMALL PARTS AND OTHER OBJECTS OUT OF THE REACH OF SMALL CHILDREN.

THESE OBJECTS CAN BE ACCIDENTALLY SWALLOWED. ALSO, BE CAREFUL ABOUT PACKAGING MATERIALS AND PLASTIC SHEET.

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Congratulations

Your new Panasonic Tau television features state-of-the-art technology for high quality picture and sound with complete audio/video connections for your home theater system. Your TV 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. Product registration for U.S. customers is available at: www.prodreg.com/panasonic.

Feature Chart

MODELS

FEATURES

MENU LANGUAGE ENG/

SPAN/FR

CLOSED CAPTIONING

CONGRATULATIONS

CT-27HL15

CT-27HC15

CT-32HC15

• • • •

CT-32HL15

Model Number

Serial Number

Care and Cleaning

Screen (Turn TV Off)

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

• Avoid excessive moisture and wipe dry.

Warning: Do not spray any type of cleaning fluid directly on the

screen.

Cabinet and Remote Control

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

• Do not use benzene, thinner or other petroleum based products.

Specifications

Specifications are subject to change without notice or obligation.

Power Source

CT-27HC15 (3.1A) CT-27HC15U (3.1A) CT-32HC15 (3.3A) CT-32HC15U (3.3A) CT-27HL15 (3.1A) CT-27HL15U (3.1A) CT-32HL15 (3.3A) CT-32HL15U (3.3A)

Channel Capability - 181 VHF-12; UHF-56; Cable-113

Video Input Jacks 1Vp-p, 75 Ohm, Phono Jack Type Audio Input Jacks 500mV RMS 47K Ohm

Video out jack 1Vp-p, 75 Ohm, Phono Jack Type

Audio Output Jacks 0-2.0V RMS 4.7K Ohm

HDMI Input jack Type A

Component Input (Y / PB/ PR)

S-Video Input Jacks S-Video (Y-C) Connector

120V AC, 60Hz

75 Ohm, Phono Jack Type

V-CHIP CAPABILITY

VIDEO INPUT SKIP

VIDEO PICTURE MEMORY

TILT CORRECTION

HDTV MONITOR EDTV MONITOR

VIDEO NORM

AUDIO NORM

STEREO

AI SOUND

BASS/BALANCE/TREBLE

SURROUND

BBE

A/V IN (REAR/FRONT)

HDMI/HDCP INPUT

COMPONENT INPUTS

S-VIDEO INPUT

(REAR/FRONT)

AUDIO OUT

A/V PROGRAM OUT

• • • •

• •

1080i, 1080i, 1080i, 1080i, 480p 480p 480p 480p

• • • •

(2/1)3 (2/1)4 (3/1)4 (3/1)

• • •

2 2 2 2

1/1 1/1 2/1 2/1

• • • •

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INSTALLATION

Installation

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.

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

WARNING: Use this television receiver only with the cart, stand, tripod, bracket, or table specified by the

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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. A falling television can cause serious injury or even death.

CT-32HC15, CT-32HC15U:

CAUTION: These television receivers for use only with PANASONIC TY-32SC15T stand. Use with other carts (or stands) is capable of resulting in instability causing possible injury.

CT-32HL15, CT-32HL15U:

CAUTION: These television receivers for use only with PANASONIC TY-32HL15T stand. Use with other carts (or stands) is capable of resulting in instability causing possible injury.

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. Tighten with fingers only. Use of any tool (e.g. pliers) for tightening may result in tuner damage.

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 of TV

Antenna Connection

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

• Connect home antenna to ANT connection on back of television. Select TV mode in the SET UP menu.

Note: Cable Mode is preset at the

factory. Antenna users must change to TV Mode in the Set Up menu (page 15).

Incoming Cable from

Home Antenna

Remote Control Battery Installation

Requires two AA batteries (supplied).

Battery Polarity

AA / 1.5A

Optional Cable Connections

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

• Use 75-ohm coaxial shielded cables.

• 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 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.

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Polarized plug

AA / 1.5A

Procedure

1. Turn the remote control face down. Remove battery cover by pressing down on the marking on the cover and sliding it off in the direction indicated.

2. Install batteries matching (+) and (-) polarity signs.

3. Replace the battery cover by sliding in reverse until the lock snaps.

Note: Incorrect installation can cause battery leakage and

corrosion that will damage the Remote Control.

Precautions

• Replace batteries in pairs.

• Do not mix battery types (zinc carbon with alkaline).

• Do not recharge, heat, short-circuit, disassemble, or

burn batteries.

Initial Set Up Menu

For your convenience, Auto Set up menu will be displayed on screen when the set is turned on for the first time. If needed, follow the menus and procedures for setting up the features.

IDIOMA/LANGUE

To change menu language to ENGLISH, SPANISH or FRENCH.

Procedure

• Press VOL X to select English, Spanish or French.

FIRST PLEASE

CONNECT THE ANTENNA

INITIAL SET UP

IDIOMA/LANGUE

MODE AUTO PROGRAM TILT CORRECTION

PRESS ACTION TO EXIT

MODE

To select TV (antenna) or CABLE mode depending on the signal source.

Procedure

• Press VOL X to select TV or CABLE.

FIRST PLEASE

CONNECT THE ANTENNA

INITIAL SET UP

IDIOMA/LANGUE

MODE

AUTO PROGRAM TILT CORRECTION

PRESS ACTION TO EXIT

ENGLISH 

CABLE 



ENGLISH 

CABLE 



INITIAL SET UP MENU

TILT CORRECTION

This feature is used to adjust the tilt of the picture due to the earth’s magnetic field in the area.

Procedure

• Press VOL X to display adjustment menu.

• Press W VOL or VOL X to adjust picture tilt.

FIRST PLEASE

CONNECT THE ANTENNA

INITIAL SET UP

IDIOMA/LANGUE MODE AUTO PROGRAM

TILT CORRECTION

PRESS ACTION TO EXIT

ENGLISH 

CABLE 



Note: Tilt Correction is not available in models CT-27HC15 and

CT-27HL15.

TILT CORRECTION

TO ADJUST PRESS ACTION TO EXIT

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AUTO PROGRAM

To automatically program all channels with a signal.

Procedure

• Press VOL X to start Auto Programming.

FIRST PLEASE

CONNECT THE ANTENNA

INITIAL SET UP

IDIOMA/LANGUE MODE

AUTO PROGRAM

TILT CORRECTION

PRESS ACTION TO EXIT

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CABLE 



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OPTIONAL EQUIPMENT CONNECTIONS

Optional Equipment Connections

Note: The remote control must be programmed with supplied

codes to operate the optional equipment.

VCR Connection

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

VCR

PLAY

E W

STOP

AV IN

AV OUT

VIDEO

LRL

AUDIO

ANT IN ANT OUT

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Incoming Cable

Note: Rear A/V jacks may vary, depending on model. Please

refer to the FEATURE CHART on page 3 for your model’s capabilities.

Viewing a television program Procedure

• Tune the television to the program you want to view.

Viewing a video Procedure

 Option A

• Press the TV/VIDEO button and the numeric keys on the

remote control to select the video input (VIDEO 1, VIDEO 2, etc.) connected to your VCR.

• Begin the video.

 Option B

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

• Begin the video.

Recording a television program Procedure

 Option A (Recording and viewing the same program).

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

• Using the VCR, tune to the television program you want to record.

• Begin recording.

 Option B (Recording one program while viewing another

program)

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

• Using the VCR, tune to the television program you want to record.

• Begin recording.

• Press the TV/VIDEO button and the numeric keys on the remote control to switch back to TV mode.

• Tune the television to the program you want to view.

ANT

HDMI

AV IN

TERMINALS ON BACK OF TELEVISION

COMPONENT

VIDEO INPUT

AUDIO

S-VIDEO



123

CABLES NOT INCLUDED



VIDEO INPUT

PROG

OUT

VIDEO

TO AUDIO

Cable Box Connection

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

TERMINALS ON BACK OF TELEVISION

COMPONENT

CABLE BOX

ANT IN ANT OUT

Incoming Cable

AMP

Note: Rear A/V jacks may vary, depending on model. Please

refer to the FEATURE CHART on page 3 for your

ANT

HDMI

AV IN

VIDEO INPUT

AUDIO

S-VIDEO



VIDEO INPUT

123

CABLES NOT INCLUDED

PROG

OUT

VIDEO

TO AUDIO

AMP

model’s capabilities.

Viewing a premium (scrambled) cable channel Procedure

• Tune the television to Channel 3.

• Using the cable box, tune to the premium cable channel you want to view.

VCR and Cable Box Connection

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

VCR

PLAY

E W

STOP

VIDEO OUT

AUDIO OUT

ANT IN ANT OUT

ANT OUT ANT IN

Note: Rear A/V jacks may vary, depending on model. Please

refer to the FEATURE CHART on page 3 for your model’s capabilities.

Viewing a premium (scrambled) cable channel Procedure

• Tune the television to Channel 3.

• Using the cable box, tune to the premium cable channel you want to view.

ANT

Incoming Cable

HDMI

AV IN

AUDIO

CABLE BOX

TERMINALS ON BACK OF TELEVISION

COMPONENT

VIDEO INPUT

S-VIDEO



VIDEO INPUT

PROG

OUT

123

CABLES NOT INCLUDED

VIDEO

TO AUDIO

AMP

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VCR and Cable Box Connection (Cont.)

Recording a premium (scrambled) cable channel Procedure

• Press the TV/VIDEO button and the numeric keys on the

remote control to select the video input (VIDEO 1, VIDEO 2, etc.) connected to your VCR.

• Turn the VCR ON.

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

• Using your cable box, tune to the premium cable channel you want to record.

• Begin recording.

 To view a different channel while recording:

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

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

Amplifier Connection (TO AUDIO AMP)

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

Note: TO AUDIO AMP terminals can not be connected directly

to external speakers.

CONNECTIONS ON BACK OF TELEVISION

COMPONENT

VIDEO INPUT

HDMI

AV IN

ANT

AUDIO

S-VIDEO



VIDEO INPUT

123

PROG

OUT

VIDEO

TO AUDIO

AMP

CABLES NOT SUPPLIED

EXTERNAL AMPLIFIER

90.7 MHZ

Note: Rear A/V jacks may vary, depending on model. Please

refer to the FEATURE CHART on page 3 for your model’s capabilities.

Audio Adjustments

• Select SPEAKERS ON located in the onscreen AUDIO menu.

• Set amplifier volume to minimum.

• Adjust television volume to desired level.

• Adjust amplifier volume to match the television.

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

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

Note: Select SPEAKERS OFF & FIXED AUDIO OUT to control

audio functions through the external amplifier.

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 STV 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

OPTIONAL EQUIPMENT CONNECTIONS

thin black horizontal lines (venetian blind effect) associated with interlaced TV pictures.

Use this diagram to connect the DTV-STB (Digital TV Set-TopBox) or DVD player to the back of television.

TERMINALS ON BACK OF DTV-STB OR DVD PLAYER

DIGITAL TV OUTPUT

MAIN VIDEO

L-AUDIO-R

R-AUDIO-L - VIDEO S-VIDEO

NTSC OUTPUT

HDMI

AV IN

ANT

TERMINALS ON BACK OF TELEVISION

COMPONENT

VIDEO INPUT

AUDIO

S-VIDEO



VIDEO INPUT

PROG

OUT

123

CABLES NOT INCLUDED

VIDEO

TO AUDIO

AMP

Note: Rear A/V jacks may vary, depending on model. Please

refer to the FEATURE CHART on page 3 for your model’s capabilities.

Front Control Panel

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

Note: The ON/OFF indicator LED (red) will be lit when set

is on.

1 2 3

POWER

S-VIDEO

VIDEO 4 L - AUDIO - R



OUTPUT

Palmcorder

VCR

PLAY

R E

STOP

or or

See the optional equipment manual for details.

Procedure

• Connect equipment to front Audio/Video input jacks.

• Press TV/VIDEO button and the numeric keys to select VIDEO 3 or VIDEO 4 input mode depending on your model.

• Operate optional equipment as instructed in equipment manual.

Front Panel CT-27HC15

VOLUME  CHANNEL  ACTION TV/VIDEO



Front Panel for CT-27HL15

-/ VOL +/

TV/VIDEO

ACTION

12 3

POWER

 VOL

Front Panel for CT-32HC15

Front Panel for CT-32HL15

S-VIDEO VIDEO L - AUDIO - R

/

/



VOL 



TV/VIDEOPOWER BBE

12 3

INPUT 4

TV / VIDEO

S-VIDEO

 VOL

VIDEO L - AUDIO - R

S-VIDEO

CH

VOL 

CH

INPUT 3

L - AUDIO - RVIDEO

Buttons and function

Video Game Console

INPUT 3

POWER ON/OFF

ON/OFF indicator

Infrared

sensor

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OPTIONAL EQUIPMENT CONNECTIONS

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.

Note: If the Main Picture signal is HDMI or Component Video

Input, no Program out signal will be available.

TERMINALS ON BACK OF TELEVISION

COMPONENT

VIDEO INPUT

HDMI

AV IN

ANT

AUDIO

S-VIDEO



VIDEO INPUT

123

PROG

OUT

VIDEO

TO AUDIO

AMP

CABLES NOT INCLUDED

Monitor

Note: Rear A/V jacks diagram may vary, depending on model.

Please refer to the FEATURE CHART on page 3 for your

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model capabilities.

Procedure

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

• PROG OUT terminal display is the same as on-screen display.

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

HDMI (High Definition Multimedia Interface) input connection

Note: HDMI input is not available in model CT-27HC15.

About HDMI

HDMI is the first all digital consumer electronics A/V interface that supports several uncompressed standards, enhanced and high definition video formats as well as existing multi-channel audio format. One jack supports both

video and audio information. The HDMI/HDCP

be connected to an EIA/CEA 861

compliant consumer electronic device, such as a set top box or DVD player equipped with an HDMI or DVI output connection. By inputting a High-bandwidth Digital Content Protection (HDCP) high definition picture source to the HDMI terminal of this TV, high definition pictures can be displayed on the screen in their digital form. The HDMI input terminal is not intended to be used with personal computers. This TV is compatible with 1080i, 480p and 480i formats. Select the output of the connecting device to match that of the TV.

Notes:

1. HDMI/HDCP = High Definition Multimedia Interface / High-Bandwidth Digital Copy Protection.

2. EIA/CEA-861 Profiles compliance covers profiles for transmission of uncompressed digital video including high bandwidth digital content protection.

input can

Compatible formats

This TV is compatible with the following formats. Please set the connecting device to the following format.

Video signal

Format No. of dots

1080i 1920 x 1080i 59.94 / 60

480p

VCR

PLAY

R E

STOP

480i 720 x 480i 59.94 / 60

720 x 480p 640 x 480p

Vertical scanning

frequency (Hz)

59.94 / 60

Audio signal

When digital audio is included in the HDMI connection,

the compatible sampling frequencies are 48 KHz /

44.1KHz / 32 KHz.

Connection diagram

Follow the diagram below to connect the TV to a set top box or a DVD player.

HDMI

AV IN

Incoming Cable

Note: Use analog audio when digital audio is not available

ANT

CABLES NOT INCLUDED

COMPONENT VIDEO INPUT

AUDIO

TERMINALS ON BACK OF TELEVISION

S-VIDEO



VIDEO INPUT

123

L AUDIO

OUT R

EXTERNAL DIGITAL COMPONENT

PROG

OUT

VIDEO

TO AUDIO

HDMI

OUT

AMP

* The HDMI connector on this television is Type A.

Procedure

• Connect the HDMI output from the set top box or a DVD player to the HDMI input on the back of the TV.

• Press TV/VIDEO button on the remote control to select HDMI input. The interface on the TV is an HDMI Type A connector.

• If the external device has a DVI output only, use a DVI to HDMI adaptor cable*

the TV. Also, connect the Audio Out signal from the external device (set top box or DVD player) to the Audio

jacks below the HDMI input.

In*

• If you cannot display the picture because your Digital Set Top Box does not have a Digital Out terminal 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.

Notes:

*3. HDMI-DVI conversion cable (TY-SCH03DH) available

on Panasonic Website: www.panasonic.com (only for USA customers).

*4. Please refer to pages 10 and 11 for Audio setting detail.

to connect to the HDMI jack on

8 z

Basic Menu Navigation

BASIC MENU NAVIGATION

EXIT

Press

to display the Main Menu.

Press

to choose the desired icon.

Press to enter the sub-

menu field.

Press to select desired

sub-menu.

PICTURE

PIC MODE

PICTURE

BRIGHTNESS

COLOR

TINT

SHARPNESS

NORMAL

OTHER ADJ.

 : EXIT  : SUB MENU

PICTURE

PIC MODE

PICTURE

BRIGHTNESS

COLOR

TINT

SHARPNESS

NORMAL

OTHER ADJ.

PRESS ACTION FOR MAIN MENU

sub Menu Field

PICTURE

PIC MODE

PICTURE

BRIGHTNESS

COLOR

TINT

SHARPNESS

NORMAL

OTHER ADJ.

PRESS ACTION FOR MAIN MENU

VIVID

- - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - -I

- - - - - - - - - - - - - I- - - - - - - - - - - - - -

- - - - - - - - - - - - -I- - - - - - - - - - - - - -

SET

EXIT

VIVID

- - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - -I

- - - - - - - - - - - - - I- - - - - - - - - - - - - -

- - - - - - - - - - - - -I- - - - - - - - - - - - - -

VIVID

- - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - -I

- - - - - - - - - - - - - I- - - - - - - - - - - - - -

- - - - - - - - - - - - -I- - - - - - - - - - - - - -

- - - - - - - - - - - I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I



- - - - - - - - - - - I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I

SET

- - - - - - - - - - - I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I

SET

Press

to enter sub submenu field.

Press to select desired

sub sub-menu.

Press to select or adjust

desired sub submenu.

PICTURE

COLOR TEMP

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

OTHER ADJ.

PRESS ACTION TO RETURN

sub sub- Menu Field

PICTURE

COLOR TEMP NATURAL COLOR

VIDEO NR

3D Y/C FILTER

COLOR MATRIX

VM MPEG NR

OTHER ADJ.

PRESS ACTION TO RETURN

PICTURE

COLOR TEMP NATURAL COLOR

VIDEO NR

3D Y/C FILTER

COLOR MATRIX

VM MPEG NR

OTHER ADJ.

PRESS ACTION TO RETURN

NORMAL

COOL



OFF

ON SD ON

OFF



OFF



OFF

ENGLISH

Press

to select or adjust desired sub-menu.

Note: For sub -menu with OTHER ADJ.

Press to select OTHER ADJ.

BRIGHTNESS 32 ---------I---------

PICTURE

PIC MODE

PICTURE

BRIGHTNESS

COLOR

TINT

SHARPNESS

NORMAL

PRESS  TO ENTER

OTHER ADJ.

PRESS ACTION FOR MAIN MENU

Note: To EXIT menus.

Press

repeatedly until Main Menus icon is highlighted.

Press to exit

Main Menu.

EXIT

Main Menu Icon

Normal Picture

9 z

ICON MENUS OPERATION

Icon Menus Operation

Notes:

• Some menus vary depending on model.

• Refer to page 9 for Icon menu navigation procedures.

PICTURE

Note: While sub-menu features are highlighted, press VOL X

to adjust or activate.

 PIC MODE - Lets you choose one of three pre-set

Picture Modes that best suits the program you are viewing. Selecting this feature will also affect Color Temperature setting.

PIC MODE - COLOR TEMP DEFAULT SETTINGS

PIC MODE COLOR TEMP

VIVID COOL

STANDARD NORMAL

ENGLISH

Note: Each mode has its own picture settings (Color, Tint, Brightness,

Picture and Sharpness) and Color Temp. settings.

• VIVID - This is the default mode, It provides

• STANDARD - Recommended for normal viewing

• CINEMA - Select this mode for watching movies in

 PICTURE - Adjusts white areas of picture.  BRIGHTNESS - Adjusts dark areas of picture.  COLOR - Adjusts desired color intensity.  TINT - Adjusts natural flesh tones.  SHARPNESS - Adjusts clarity of outline detail.  NORMAL - Reset adjustments to factory default

settings.

 OTHER ADJ. Highlight OTHER ADJ. and press VOL X to display the sub sub-menu.

Note: While sub sub-menu features are highlighted, press

VOL X to select or activate.

• COLOR TEMP (temperature) - To increase or decrease WARM (red) and COOL (blue) colors to suit personal preferences.

• NATURAL COLOR - To increase the color reproduction range with natural color gradation and highly delicate hues.

• VIDEO NR - Reduces noise in the channel, commonly called snow.

CINEMA WARM

enhanced picture contrast and sharpness for viewing in a well-lit room.

conditions with subdued room lighting.

a darkened room. It provides a soft, film-like picture.

PICTURE

PIC MODE

PICTURE

BRIGHTNESS

COLOR

TINT

SHARPNESS

NORMAL

OTHER ADJ.

- - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - I

- - - - - - - - - - - - - I- - - - - - - - - - - - - -

PRESS ACTION FOR MAIN MENU

PICTURE

COLOR TEMP

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

OTHER ADJ.

PRESS ACTION TO RETURN

VIVID



- - - - - - - - - - - I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I

SET

NORMAL



OFF

ON SD ON

OFF

• 3D Y/C FILTER - Minimizes noise and cross color in the picture.

Note: Above feature is not available in models CT-27HC15 and

CT-32HC15.

• COLOR MATRIX - Available only with 480p signal. Select HD or SD to automatically adjust color parameters for HD (high definition) and SD (standard definition). This feature is not selectable when viewing regular TV (NTSC) program.

Note: When viewing a non-standard DTV signal

format, you can change color parameters manually for the best picture quality.

• VM (VELOCITY MODULATION) - Increases picture sharpness and provides crisp white to black transitions.

• MPEG NR - This feature reduces the block noise caused by the MPEG video compression used in DVD and HDTV sources.

AUDIO

Note: While sub-menu features are highlighted, press

VOL X to adjust or activate.

 MODE - Select STEREO, SAP (Second Audio

Program) or MONO. (Use MONO when stereo signal is weak).

 BASS - Increase or decrease the bass response.  TREBLE - Increase or decrease the treble response.  BALANCE - Emphasize the left/right speaker volume.

 NORMAL - Reset BASS, TREBLE and BALANCE

adjustments to factory default settings.

AUDIO

MODE

BASS

TREBLE

BALANCE NORMAL

OTHER ADJ.

 OTHER ADJ.

Note: While sub sub-menu features are highlighted, press

VOL X to adjust or activate.

OTHER ADJ.

• AI SOUND - Equalize overall volume levels across all channels. (AI sound is not available in VIDEO mode).

• BBE® - BBE High Definition Sound restores clarity and presence for better speech intelligibility and music

realism.

• SURROUND - Enhances audio response when listening to stereo.

• HDMI IN - When using HDMI, this feature will let you switch between Analog audio input and Digital audio input.

• Auto - Automatically selects Analog / Digital audio.

• Analog - Selects analog audio signal received via

separate RCA terminals.

STEREO SAP MONO

- - - - - - - I - - - - - - -

- - - - - - - - - - - I - - - - - - - - - - -

PRESS ACTION FOR MAIN MENU

AUDIO

AI SOUND BBE SURROUND

HDMI IN

SPEAKERS ON

PRESS ACTION TO RETURN

AUTO

SET

ON ON ON



10 z

ICON MENUS OPERATION

AUDIO (cont.)

• Digital - Selects Digital audio signal received via the HDMI terminal.

• SPEAKERS - This feature is used when connecting to an external amplifier.

• ON - TV speakers operate normally.

• OFF & Variable Audio Out - TV speakers off - audio

adjustable by television.

• OFF & Fixed Audio Out - TV speakers off - audio

adjustable by the external amplifier only.

CHANNELS

 CHANNEL SCAN - Select FAV or ALL.

Note: Use remote numeric keypad to select desired FAV

channels.

 FAVORITES - To enter up to 16 favorite channels. Use

remote control numeric keypad to select desired channels.

CHANNELS

CH. SCAN

FAVORITES

ENTER CHANNEL

FAVORITE CHANNELS 3

: ADD

OTHER ADJ.

: DELETE

PRESS ACTION FOR MAIN MENU

 OTHER ADJ.

Highlight OTHER ADJ. and press VOL X to display the sub sub-menu.

• PRESET CAPTION - To enter channel numbers for popular TV stations.

Procedure

•Press CH T to select desired preset caption.

• Then use the remote numeric keypad to select

desired channel (refer to your local TV guide).

CHANNELS

PRESET CAPTION

MANUAL CAPTION

INPUT LABEL

OTHER ADJ.

PRESS ACTION TO RETURN

Note: To delete a channel, press W VOL while channel

number is highlighted.

• MANUAL CAPTION - To enter numbers and captions manually.

Note: Use the remote numeric keypad to select desired

channel (refer to your local TV guide).

CHANNELS

PRESET CAPTION

MANUAL CAPTION

INPUT LABEL

OTHER ADJ.

PRESS ACTION TO RETURN

• INPUT LABEL - To label video input connections for onscreen display.

ALL

CHANNELS

PRESET CAPTION

ABC

CBS FOX NBC PBS CNN ESPN HBO

PRESSG FOR MORE CHANNELS

ENTER CHANNEL

ENTER CAPTION

S TO MOVE CURSOR T

W TO SELECT CHANNEL X

PRESS ACTION TO RETURN

A&C

- - AMC

- - -

BET

- - -

BRAVO

- - -

CNBC

- - -

CNN/SI

- - -

COMEDY

- - -

COURT

- - -

PRESS ACTION TO RETURN

CHANNELS

MANUAL CAPTION

_ _ _ _

- - -

CHANNELS

OTHER ADJ.

PRESS ACTION TO RETURN

PRESET CAPTION

MANUAL CAPTION

INPUT LABEL

For model CT-32HC15 only. Model CT-27HC15 does not have HDMI input.

For models CT-27HL15 and CT-32HL15

CHANNELS

INPUT LABEL

COMPONENT1

COMPONENT2 HDMI VIDEO1 VIDEO2 VIDEO3 VIDEO4

 TO MOVE CURSOR 

 TO SELECT LABEL 

PRESS ACTION TO RETURN

CHANNELS

INPUT LABEL

COMPONENT1

COMPONENT2 HDMI VIDEO1 VIDEO2 VIDEO3

 TO MOVE CURSOR 

 TO SELECT LABEL 

PRESS ACTION TO RETURN

SKIP

VCR

DVD

SKIP

VCR

Procedure

• Press CH S or CH T to select the desired Video

input.

• Press W VOL or VOL X to select desired preset

input label (see chart below).

INPUT LABEL CHART

PRESET

LABELS

VCR Select when VCR is connected to video input. DVD Select when DVD is connected to video input.

SKIP

CABLE

DBS Select when DBS is connected to video input.

DTV STB

PVR (Personal Video Recorder)

GAME

AUX

_____ Select to delete input label.

REASON FOR SELECTING

Select to skip unused video input when

pressing TV/VIDEO button.

Select when CABLE box is connected

to video input.

Select when digital TV set-top-box is

connected

to video input.

Select when a personal video recorder is

connected to video input.

Select when Video GAME is connected

to video input.

Select when other components are

connected.

TIMER

Note: Use CH S or CH T to highlight and use W VOL or

VOL X to select.

TIMER

SLEEP

TIMER 1

TIMER 2

CLOCK SET

PRESS ACTION FOR MAIN MENU

 SLEEP - Select to turn TV off in 30, 60, or 90 minutes.

Select NO to turn sleep timer off.

 TIMER 1 and TIMER 2 - Select one or both timers to

turn the TV on and off at selected times, on selected channel, and on selected days.

Notes:

• The television automatically turns OFF after 90 minutes when turned ON by the TIMER. If the OFF time is selected or if a key is pressed, the automatic OFF after 90 minutes will be cancelled.

ENGLISH

11 z

ICON MENUS OPERATION

• The TIMER is active when the television is OFF or ON. The television will switch to the selected channel at the selected time set in the TIMER.

 CLOCK SET - Set the time of the day and the day of

the week.

LOCK

 ENTER CODE - Use the remote numeric keypad to

enter a four-digit secret code (Use a code that is easy to remember and record it in a safe place).

LOCK

ENTER CODE

ENGLISH

 LOCK SET - To prevent video games, VCR tapes and

all channels and video modes from being viewed.

LOCK SET

V-CHIP SET

HOW LONG?

CODE

PRESS ACTION FOR MAIN MENU

Notes:

• If you do not remember your code, LOCK will unlock in 12, 24, or 48 hours, depending on the current setup. Be cautious when selecting ALWAYS. If ALWAYS is selected, and you forget your secret code, the TV must be serviced by a qualified technician to clear the LOCK setup.

• If you select CHANGE CODE, and you change your code from the one used in the LOCK menu, your new code becomes the controlling code.

Procedure

• Press VOL X to select.

• OFF - Turns Lock function off.

• GAME - Lock CH 3, 4 and Video inputs.

• CHANNEL - Lock up to four channels.

• ALL - Locks all channels and video inputs.

LOCK SET

V-CHIP SET

HOW LONG?

CODE

PRESS ACTION FOR MAIN MENU

• Press then CH T to highlight HOW LONG?.

• Press VOL X to select 12 Hours, 24 Hours, 48 Hours or ALWAYS.

Note: If GAME, CHANNEL or ALL is selected, and if a blocked

channel or video input is selected, the message LOCKED displays in the upper left corner of the TV screen.

ACTION

- - - -

LOCK

OFF X

BLOCK PROGRAMS:

U.S. TV PROGRAMS

SETTING:

12 HOURS

CHANGE CODE

LOCK

OFF X

BLOCK PROGRAMS:

U.S. TV PROGRAMS

SETTING:

12 HOURS

CHANGE CODE

- - - -

 V-CHIP SET - V-Chip technology allows parents to use

the TV rating codes to block programs that they feel are inappropriate for their children to watch.

LOCK

LOCK SET

V-CHIP SET

HOW LONG?

CODE

BLOCK PROGRAMS:

U.S. TV PROGRAMS X

CHANGE CODE

PRESS ACTION FOR MAIN MENU

OFF

SETTING:

12 HOURS

- - - -

Procedure

• Press CH T to highlight Enter Code.

• Use the numeric keypad to enter your four digit code.

(Use a code that is easy to remember and record it in a safe place.)

• Press CH T to highlight V-CHIP SET.

• Press W VOL or VOL X to select desired mode, U.S.

TV Programs, U.S. Movies, Canadian English or Canadian French mode.

• Press CH T to highlight SETTING.

• Press W VOL or VOL X to display desired rating chart

U.S. TV Programs, U.S. Movies, Canadian English or Canadian French.

• Press VOL X to select ON or OFF.

• Press CH T to select VIEW NR PROGRAMS? for U.S.

TV Programs and U.S. Movies or VIEW E PROGRAMS for Canadian English and Canadian French.

• Press VOL X to select YES or NO.

U.S TV Programs

This TV model features the “V-Chip technology” which allows you to use U.S. TV PROGRAMS Guide ratings to block various types of TV programs.

LOCK

U. S. TV PROGRAMS

VIEW NR PROGRAMS?

SETTING: TV-Y TV-Y7 FV

- - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - TV-G

TV-PG V S L D TV-14

V S L D

TV-MA

V S L

PRESS ACTION TO RETURN

BASIC

OFF

YES

Note: Selecting “Yes”, NR programs will be received. Selecting

“NO”, NR programs will be blocked (See Customer Caution on next page).

Procedure

• Press CH T to select SETTING.

• Press VOLX to select BASIC or DETAILED.

BASIC - Allows you to select only general ratings such as TV-Y, TV-PG, etc. DETAILED - Allows you to select both general ratings and content such as V, L, etc.

• Press CH T or CH S to move between different ratings.

• Use W VOL or VOL X to select ratings you want to block (RED) and unblock (GREEN).

• Press to return to V-CHIP SET.

• Press CH T to select HOW LONG?

• Press W VOL or VOL X to select 12, 24, 48 hours or

• Press to return to Main Menu, then press CH S

ACTION

ALWAYS.

ACTION

to exit.

12 z

LOCK (cont.)

U.S TV Programs (cont.)

Customer Caution

The V-Chip system that is used in this set is capable of blocking “NR” programs (non rated, not applicable and none) per FCC Rules Section 15.120(e)(2). If the option of blocking “NR” programs is chosen “unexpected and possibly confusing results may occur, and you may not receive emergency bulletins or any of the following types of programming:”

• Emergency Bulletins (Such as EAS messages, weather warnings and others)

• Locally originated programming

•News

• Political programming

• Public Service Announcements

• Religious programming

•Sports

•Weather

U.S. TV Programs Rating Chart Description

NR Not Rated. SEE CUSTOMER CAUTION above.

All children. The themes and elements in this

TV-Y

TV-Y7

TV-G

TV-PG

TV-14

TV-MA

FV FANTASY/CARTOON VIOLENCE

V VIOLENCE SSEX L OFFENSIVE LANGUAGE D DIALOGUE WITH SEXUAL CONTENT

U.S. Movies

This TV model features the “V-Chip technology” which allows you to use Motion Picture Ratings when viewing movies or video tapes. This innovation allows parents to block various types of movies and video tapes at their discretion.

program are specifically designed for a very young audience, including children from ages 2-6.

Directed to older children. Themes and elements in this program may include mild physical or comedic violence, or may frighten children under the age of 7.

General audience. It contains little or no violence, no strong language, and little or no sexual dialogue or situations.

Parental guidance suggested. The program may contain infrequent coarse language, limited violence, some suggestive sexual dialogue and situations.

Parents strongly cautioned. This program may contain sophisticated themes, sexual content, strong language and more intense violence.

Mature audiences only. This program may contain mature themes, profane language, graphic violence, and explicit sexual content.

ICON MENUS OPERATION

LOCK

U.S. MOVIES X

G PG PG-13 R NC-17 X

OFF

SETTING:

12 HOURS

LOCK

OFF X

YES

LOCK

OFF

SETTING:

12 HOURS

- - - -

LOCK SET

V-CHIP SET

HOW LONG?

CODE

PRESS ACTION FOR MAIN MENU

BLOCK PROGRAMS:

CHANGE CODE

Note: Some movies are not rated for a variety of reasons. Old

movies and foreign films are usually not rated.

U.S. MOVIES

VIEW NR PROGRAMS?

PRESS ACTION TO RETURN

Procedure

• Press CH T or CH S to move between different ratings.

• Use W VOL or VOL X to select ratings you want to block (RED) and unblock (GREEN).

• Press to return to V-CHIP SET.

ACTION

• Press CH T to select HOW LONG?

• Press W VOL or VOL X to select 12, 24, 48 hours or ALWAYS.

• Press to return to Main Menu, then press CH S

ACTION

to exit.

U.S. Movies Rating Chart Description

CONTAINS NO RATING (NOT RATED) AND NA

G GENERAL AUDIENCES. All ages admitted.

PG-13

NC-17 NO ONE 17 AND UNDER ADMITTED.

XADULTS ONLY.

(NOT APPLICABLE) PROGRAMS. Movie has

not been rated or rating does not apply.

PARENTAL GUIDANCE SUGGESTED. Some material may not be suitable for children.

PARENTS STRONGLY CAUTIONED. Some material may be inappropriate for children under

13. RESTRICTED. Under 17 requires accompanying

parent or adult guardian.

Canadian English

The V-CHIP used in this TV model allows you to block various types of movies and television programs based on the two rating systems used in Canada.

LOCK SET

V-CHIP SET

HOW LONG?

CODE

PRESS ACTION FOR MAIN MENU

BLOCK PROGRAMS: CANADIAN ENGLISH X

CHANGE CODE

ENGLISH

13 z

ICON MENUS OPERATION

LOCK (cont.)

Canadian English (cont.)

Note: E (Exempt) programming includes: news, sports,

documentaries and other information programming, talk shows, music videos, and variety programming.

CANADIAN ENGLISH

VIEW E PROGRAMS?

PRESS ACTION TO RETURN

Procedure

• Press CH T or CH S to move between different ratings.

• Use W VOL or VOL X to select ratings you want to block (RED) and unblock (GREEN).

ENGLISH

• Press twice to return to V-CHIP SET.

ACTION

• Press CH T to select HOW LONG?

• Press W VOL or VOL X to select 12, 24, 48 hours or ALWAYS.

• Press to return to Main Menu, then press CH S

ACTION

to exit.

Canadian English Rating Description

Exempt - Exempt programming includes:

C8+

14+

18 ADULTS ONLY

news, sports, documentaries and other information programming, talk shows, music videos, and variety programming.

Programming intended for children under age

8. No offensive language, nudity or sexual content.

Programming generally considered acceptable for children 8 years and over. No profanity, nudity or sexual content.

General programming, suitable for all audiences.

Parental Guidance suggested. Some material may not be suitable for children.

Programming contains themes or content which may not be suitable for viewers under the age of 14. Parents are strongly cautioned to exercise discretion in permitting viewing by pre-teens and early teens.

Canadian French

The V-CHIP used in this TV model also lets you block or unblock Canadian French programs according to various ratings categories.

LOCK SET

V-CHIP SET

HOW LONG?

CODE

PRESS ACTION FOR MAIN MENU

LOCK

OFF X

YES

C C8+ G PG 14+ 18+

LOCK

BLOCK PROGRAMS: CANADIAN FRENCH X

CHANGE CODE

OFF

SETTING:

12 HOURS

- - - -

LOCK

G 8 ANS+ 13ANS+ 16ANS+ 18ANS+

OFF X

YES

CANADIAN FRENCH

VIEW E PROGRAMS?

PRESS ACTION TO RETURN

Procedure

• Press CH T or CH S to move between different ratings.

• Use W VOL or VOL X to select ratings you want to block (RED) and unblock (GREEN).

• Press twice to return to V-CHIP SET.

ACTION

• Press CH T to select HOW LONG?

• Press W VOL or VOL X to select 12, 24, 48 hours or ALWAYS.

• Press to return to Main Menu, then press CH S

ACTION

to exit.

Canadian French Rating Description

E Exempt - Exempt programming.

General - Programming intended

8 ans +

13 ans +

16 ans +

18 ans +

for audience of all ages. Contains no violence, or the violence content is minimal or is depicted appropriately.

8+ General - Not recommended for young children. Programming intended for a broad audience but contains light or occasional violence. Adult supervision recommended.

Programming may not be suitable for children under the age of 13 Contains either a few violent scenes or one or more sufficiently violent scenes to affect them. Adult supervision strongly suggested.

Programming may not be suitable for children under the age of 16 Contains frequent scenes of violence or intense violence.

Programming restricted to adults. Contains constant violence or scenes of extreme violence.

Blocking Message

If V-Chip is enabled and the program exceeds the rating limit set by you, the blocking message will appear and the audio will be muted. Enter your four-digit secret code if you wish to continue viewing the program. After entering your code, all locks and rating blocks are disabled until the TV is turned off or until all settings are off.

Note: If you enter your four-digit secret code to override rating

blocks, you must reset all rating blocks by either reprogramming or turning the TV off.

PROGRAM RATING EXCEEDED ACCESS CODE

Note: E (Exempt) programming includes: news, sports,

documentaries and other information programming, talk shows, music videos, and variety programming.

14 z

ICON MENUS OPERATION

SET UP

 While the desired sub menu is highlighted, press VOL X to

select or activate feature.

SET UP

IDIOMA/ LANGUE

MODE

OTHER ADJ.

PRESS ACTION FOR MAIN MENU

 IDIOMA/LANGUE - Select to change menu language

to ENGLISH, ESPAÑOL (Spanish) or FRANÇAIS (French).

 MODE - This television contains a built-in decoder

that displays (Closed Captioned) text across the

screen (white or colored letters on black background). It allows the viewer to read the dialogue of a television program or other information. The program viewed must include Closed Captioning for the feature to work. Activate the onscreen Closed Caption feature by selecting one of the following modes.

IDIOMA/ LANGUE

MODE

OTHER ADJ.

PRESS ACTION FOR MAIN MENU

• OFF - When Closed Caption is not desired.

• C1 - For video related information to be displayed, up to 4 lines onscreen at a time. (It does not block relevant parts of the picture). Text may be in any language.

• C2 to C4 - For other modes of video related information.

• T1 to T4 - For program guide and other information to be displayed, when available. (Blocks a large portion of the picture on the television screen).

Note: C1 mode is recommended for viewing Closed Caption.

 OTHER ADJ.

Highlight OTHER ADJ. and press VOL X to enter sub sub-menu field.

Note: While sub sub-menu features are highlighted, press

VOL X to adjust or activate.

SET UP



MODE

AUTO PROGRAM MANUAL PROGRAM AUTO POWER ON

OTHER ADJ.

TILT CORRECTION IMAGE SHIFT

PRESS ACTION TO RETURN

For models CT-32HC15 and CT-32HL15 only.

• MODE - To select TV (antenna) or CABLE mode depending on the signal source.

• AUTO PROGRAM - To automatically program all channels with a signal.

• MANUAL PROGRAM - To manually add or delete channels.

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

• TILT CORRECTION - This feature is used to adjust the tilt of the picture due to earth’s magnetic field in the area.

CABLE

OFF

 



ENGLISH

OFF

SET UP

ENGLISH

OFF



SET UP



 FOR MORE

CABLE

OFF

 

MODE

AUTO PROGRAM MANUAL PROGRAM AUTO POWER ON

OTHER ADJ.

IMAGE SHIFT

PRESS

PRESS ACTION TO RETURN

For models CT-27HC15 and CT-27HL15 only.

OTHER ADJ.

PRESS ACTION TO RETURN

SET UP

MODE AUTO PROGRAM MANUAL PROGRAM AUTO POWER ON

TILT CORRECTION

IMAGE SHIFT ON

CABLE

OFF

 



TILT CORRECTION

TO ADJUST PRESS ACTION TO EXIT

Note: Tilt Correction is not available in models CT-27HC15 and

CT-27HL15.

• IMAGE SHIFT - This feature prevents the image retention associated with viewing a fixed image for a long period of time. When this feature is selected (ON), the image is shifted up or down in small increments at turn ON, when changing channels or when the fixed image is left On for a long time. Selecting ON is recommended for this feature.

SET UP

MODE AUTO PROGRAM MANUAL PROGRAM AUTO POWER ON

OTHER ADJ

TILT CORRECTION

IMAGE SHIFT

PRESS ACTION TO RETURN

CABLE

OFF

 

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For models CT-32HC15 and CT-32HL15 only.

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For models CT-27HC15 and CT-27HL15 only.

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Special Remote Buttons

SAP Button

Press this button to let you cycle through different audio modes.

For example:

• If receiving STEREO, SAP and MONO or receiving

STEREO and MONO only, pressing SAP button the will toggle the audio as follows:

STEREO J SAP J MONO

TV/VIDEO Button Direct Video Input Selection

This feature lets you select video inputs directly using the TV/VIDEO button and the numeric keys on the remote control.

Procedure

• Press TV/VIDEO button on the remote control to

display the Input selection menu.

1 TV

2 COMPONENT1 3 COMPONENT2 4 HDMI 5 VIDEO1 6 VIDEO2 7 VIDEO3 8 VIDEO4

For models CT-27HL15 and CT-32HL15

For model CT-32HC15 only. Model CT-27HC15 does not have HDMI input.

• Press corresponding number key on the remote

control to select the input of your choice.

Note: Video input can also be selected by pressing the TV/VIDEO,

then the CH STbuttons.

ASPECT Button

Press this button to select the desired viewing aspect (16:9 or 4:3) when receiving 480i signals from broadcast or cable input or receiving 480p/480i signals from a STB or a DVD player. No aspect selection is possible for 1080i signal (default aspect is 16:9).

1 TV

2 COMPONENT1 3 COMPONENT2 4 HDMI 5 VIDEO1 6 VIDEO2 7 VIDEO3

ENGLISH

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+ 39 hidden pages

Panasonic ct-27hc15 Operation Manual

Table of Contents

Important Information

Congratulations

Customer Record

Feature Chart

Care and Cleaning

Specifications

Installation

Television Location

Cable / Antenna Connection

Remote Control Battery Installation

Optional Cable Connections

AC Power Supply Cord

Initial Set Up Menu

Optional Equipment Connections

CABLE BOX

Front Control Panel

Basic Menu Navigation

Icon Menus Operation

PICTURE

AUDIO

CHANNELS

TIMER

LOCK

SET UP

Special Remote Buttons