Panasonic CT-30WX50 User Manual

Panasonic’

Wide Screen TV

Operating Instructions

Model No. CT-30WX50

[ English )

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

or send e-mail to : consumerproducts@panasonic.com

or visit us at www.panasonic.com (U.S.A)

For assistance, please call: 787-750-4300

(Puerto Rico)

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WARNING

RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK

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

DO NOT OPEN

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

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

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

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

qualified service personnel.

2) Do not remove the grounding pin on the power plug. This apparatus is equipped with a three pin grounding-type power plug. This plug will only fit a grounding-type power outlet. This is a safety feature.

If you are unable to insert the plug into the outlet, contact an electrician.

Do not defeat the purpose of the grounding plug.

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.

Important Safety Instructions

1) Read these instructtons

All the safety and operating instructions should be read before the appliance is operated

2) Keep these instructions

The safety and operating instructions should be retained for future reference

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

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

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

and the like

6) Clean only with dry cloth

Do not use liquid cleaners or aerosol cleaners Use a dry cloth for cleaning

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

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

that produce heat This product should not be placed in a built-in installation such as a bookcase or rack unless proper ventilation is provided or the manufacturer’s instructions have been adhered to

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

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

11) Only use attachments / accessories specified by the manufacturer

12) Use only with the cart, stand, tripod, bracket, or table specified by the manufacturer, or sold with the

apparatus When a cart is used, use caution when moving the cart / apparatus combination to avoid injury from tip-over Quick stops, excessive force, and uneven surfaces may cause the appliance and cart combination to overturn

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

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

CAUTION • This TV set for use only with TV-stand (Model TY-S30WX50) Use with other stand is capable of

resulting in stability causing possible injury

Dear Panasonic Customer

Welcome to the Panasonic family of customers We hope that you will have many years of

enjoyment from your new color television set

To obtain maximum benefit from your set, please read these Instructions before making any

adjustments, and retain them for future reference

Retain your purchase receipt also, and note down the model number and serial number of

your set in the space provided on the back cover of these instructions

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

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or visit us at www.panasonic.com (U S.A)

For assistance, please call: 787-750-4300

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(Puerto Rico)

FCC CAUTION

Pursuant to 47CFR, Part 15 21 of the FCC rules, any changes or modifications to this TV not expressly approved by Matsushita Electric Corporation of America could result in harmful interference and would void the user’s authority to operate this device

Important Safety Instructions..........................................2

Installation

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

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

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

Safety Precaution

Remote Control Battery Installation.............................7

Connecting the Antenna Cable to the RF In Terminal

Antenna / Cable Connection........................................9

How to connect the “1, 2, 3, 4” input terminals

How to connect the COMPONENT VIDEO Input Terminals .... 12

How to connect the AV Prog. Out Terminals

Connecting Headphones / Earphones.......................13

Location of Controls......................................................14

Illuminated Remote Control.......................................14

Controls and Terminals on the TV.............................16

Power ON/OFF.............................................................17

Connecting the Plug to the Wall Outlet

How to Turn the Power On Flow Chart of Main Menu Tuning channels {Automatic channel programming)

Tuning channels (Manual channel programming)........21

ASPECT Controls

VHF, UHFand CATV.....................................................24

Cable TV.......................................................................25

Searching for the desired channel (channel search) Playing a VCR or other peripheral equipment

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Playing games in game mode

Recall / Mute................................................................29

Split screen..................................................................30

Adjusting screen position and size Audio Adjustments

Picture Adjustments...................................................36

Playing special video software

Closed Captions..........................................................40

Lock Feature................................................................42

Customizing the VIDEO INPUT labels

Selecting STEREO/SAP/MONO

Using the off-timer......................................................49

Viewing with reduced brightness (POWER SAVE).50 Video game player to VIDEO INPUT Optimizing display for DVC recording mode (DVC PLAYBACK MODE) Adjusting unnatural video images (3D Y/C FILTER).53

Automatically changing screen size for VIDEO INPUT modes.54

Cancelling automatic enlarging of screen

Setting when 480p signals (sequential scan) are

Geomagnetic correction (Adjusting skewing of images).57

Switching languages for display Operating peripheral equipment using the remote control.59

Troubleshooting..........................................................67

Specifications

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Receiver Location

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

Locate for comfortable viewing. Avoid placing where sunlight or other bright light (including reflections) will fall on the

screen.

Use of some types of fluorescent lighting can reduce remote control transmitter range. Adequate ventilation is essential to prevent internal component failure. Keep away from areas of excessive heat or moisture.

To insure optimum color purity do not position magnetic equipment (motors, fans, other speakers, etc.) nearby.

Optional External Equipment

The Video/Audio connection between components can be made with shielded video and audio cables. For best performance,

video cables should utilize 75 ohm coaxial shielded wire. Cables are available from your dealer or electronic supply store. Before you purchase any cables, be sure you know what type of output and input connectors your various components

require. Also determine the length of cable you’ll need.

AC Power Supply Cord

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

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

Safety Precaution

or pillar.

Remote Control Battery Installation

Requires two AA batteries 1 Turn the Transmitter face down

Remove top cover by pressing

down on marking and sliding cover

off in the direction indicated

Helpful Hint:

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

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

Installation

Replace the cover and slide in

reverse until the lock snaps

Note: In order to maximize the life of the batteries, the lighted buttons on the Remote Control can be turned OFF and ON by pressing R-TUNE and RECALL at the same

time.

Precaution on battery use

Incorrect installation can cause battery leakage and corrosion that will damage the remote control transmitter Observe the following precautions: 1 Battenes should always be replaced as a pair Always use new batteries when replacing the old set 2 Do not combine a used battery with a new one 3 Do not mix battery types (example “Zinc Carbon” with “Alkaline”) 4 Do not attempt to charge, short-circuit, disassemble, heat or burn used batteries 5 Battery replacement is necessary when remote control acts sporadically or stops operating the TV set

Helpful Hint:

Whenever you remove the battenes, you may need to reset the remote control infrared codes We recommend that you record the code on page 62, prior to setting up the remote

Installation

Connecting the Antenna Cable to the RF In Terminal

Antenna Connection - For proper reception of VHF/UHF channels, an external antenna is required. For best reception an

outdoor antenna is recommended. Antenna Mode must be set to TV.

Installation

Antenna / Cable Connection

Incoming Cable From Home Antenna (75 Ohm)

VHF/UHF

on Back of Set

Incoming 75 Ohm Cable (From Cable Company)

Cable Connection - For reception of cable channels (01 - 125) connect the cable supplied by your local cable company Antenna Mode must be set to CABLE (Refer to Antenna Mode section )

VHF/UHF

on Back of Set

Note;

Certain cable systems offset some channels to reduce interference or have Premium (scrambled) channels A cable

converter box is required for proper reception Check with your local Cable company for its compatibility requirements

Installation

Antenna Connection (Cable Box, no VCR)

Use this configuration when connecting the TV to a cable TV system using a Cable Box.

System

Antenna Connection (Cable Box, and VCR)

Use this configuration when connecting the TV to a cable TV system using a Cable Box and VCR.

Note: When the antenna cable is connected to the TV antenna terminal via a cable box or VCR, set the TV channel to CH3

or CH4, cable. This does not apply when signal is input from VIDEO INPUT

How to connect the “1, 2, 3, 4” input terminals

Connects VCRs and other peripheral equipment

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(1) When a monaural VCR is used, connect the monaural audio cable to the AUDIO-L (Left) terminal. (2) Similar connections are available at the INPUT 1, 2, 3, 4 input terminals.

Input 4 is located on the front of the unit. Select the desired VIDEO input position by pushing the TVA/IDEO button. (See page 27)

(3) When connecting video cables, priority is given to the S-Video cable when the S-Video input terminal and the video

input terminal are connected at the same time.

Installation

How to connect the COMPONENT VIDEO Input Terminals

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How to connect the AV Prog. Out Terminals

The “Prog. Out” Terminals output the same signals as main picture on the TV screen and sound from the speaker at that time, e.g. TV programs or signals from INPUT 1,2, 3, 4 terminals.

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Recording Equipment

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(1) Never connect the VIDEO IN and Prog. OUT terminals to the same video recorder, as this could cause incorrect

operation. (2) The monitor output emits the main picture normal video and audio signals. (3) Even if the television is in picture-out-picture condition, Prog. OUT terminals output the same signals as main picture on

the screen and sound from speaker. Sub picture including strobe, still, channel search, etc. will not be output at the

PROG. OUT terminals. (4) DVD signal (Y, Pb, Pr) is not output at the Prog. OUT terminals. (5) COMPONENT VIDEO INPUT

In order to prevent colors from interfering, image signals are divided into three signals of brightness, red and blue

(green is created automatically from these three signals). Each signal is processed from its own circuit and combined

on the screen, creating a natural picture.

Connecting Headphones / Earphones

Connect headphones / earphones as follows.

Installation

You can listen to sound from each of the headphones Jacks as shown below.

Front jack

Sounds from speakers are turned

off.

Speakers also function.

M3 plug jack

Headphones (stereo) or earphones (monaural)

• Volume and sound effects will vary, depending on the connected headphones or earphones.

RIGHT P. (PICTURE)

• During single screen, volume adjustments can be made.

• During split screen, sound from the right screen is played and its volume adjustments can be made.

1. Press the RH-SPLIT button.

2. Immediately make

volume adjustments.

LEFT headphones plug:

When a LEF^ headphones plug is inserted into the LEFT headphones socket, all speakers will be automatically disconnected;

only the headphones will function. Use Volume Up ► or Down ^ button to control volume level.

Illuminated Remote Control

Power button

Press to turn the TV ON or OFF {See page 17)

Note.

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

MUTE button'

Push this button to mute the sound (See page 29)

Mode Selection buttons

Selects the operation mode for the remote control (See page 58)

Digital Video Disk Mode Selection for Remote Control

VCR Mode Selection for Remote Control

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This input mode changes each time this button is pressed. (See page 27)

Reduces volume

Moves cursor to the left during menu mode,

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R-TUNE button.

Changes to the next channel up

Moves cursor upward during menu mode.

Increase volume

Moves cursor to the right during menu mode.

The screen below is displayed for 10 seconds

Changes to the next channel down

Moves cursor downward during menu mode.

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NORMALIZATION button

Each setting in the MENU screen is reset to its standard values (PICTURE, ADVANCE, AUDIO, POSITION/SIZE)

AV ADJUSTMENT button

AV-adjustments are displayed. (See page 35, 37)

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

Direct program number selection buttons

VCR Record button

GAME button

(See page 28)

VCR RECOGUIDE

RH-SPLIT button

Operates the right screen (See page

31).

GUIDE button

for DBS.

Location of Controls

Controls and Terminals on the TV

Press the ▲ mark on the center of the front cover to open

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Program number selection buttons (see page 19,24)

Volume up(+) / down(-) buttons (see page 18, 24)

Input mode selection buttons (see page 27)

Action button (see page 19)

Menu button (see page 18)

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Connecting the Plug to the Wall Outlet

Note:

Main plug types vary between countries. The power plug shown at left may, therefore, not be the type fitted to

your set.

How to Turn the Power On

Push the POWER switch on the TV to turn the set on.

If the MENU button is pressed, the MENU screen will be displayed If the MENU button is pressed once more while the menu screen

IS displayed, the MENU screen

will be cleared

The MENU button on the main body can also be pressed to display the MENU screen

Select MENU desired by pushing Right “ ► ” button or Left “ ◄ ” button

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Automatically searches and adds receivable channels in the installed area and/or CATV signals to the program.

Channel tuning cannot be performed when the MAIN picture is not receiving a TV broadcast (tuning is not possible)

^ Press the MENU button to display the MENU screen and select SETUP

Press to select PROGRAM CHANNEL

Press to display the PROGRAM CHANNEL

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Channels will automatically advance until all channels have been scanned Channel numbers with a video signal present will turn blue Which indicates it has been stored in the Channel Scan Memory

5 Press the MENU button to exit the set up menu

Notes*

• When buttons are pressed with AUTO PROGRAM running, the TV set will return to normal viewing {Channel searched up to this point are added )

• After AUTO PROGRAM is finished, the lowest channel number added will be received

• When there are no receivable channels, channel 69 is displayed (channel 125 for cable TV)

Use this setting when changing setting of receiving channels or changing the channel display.

Turn the TV on and select the broadcast channel Follow the steps on the previous page to display the PROGRAM CHANNEL screen

This PROGRAM CHANNEL screen can be displayed when the MAIN picture is a TV broadcast

Selecting the PROGRAM CHANNELS menu.

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Adding or deleting channels

Press to add channels to memory ( blue ) Press to select channel

Press to delete channels from memory ( yellow )

Repeat steps 4 and 5 to continue adding or deleting channels

^ Press the MENU button to exit the set up menu

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