Panasonic CT-32D20U User Manual [en, es]

Panasonic

Color Television Operating Instructions

CT-27D20
CT-27D20U

CT-32D20
CT-32D20U

CT-36D20
CT-36D20U

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Table of Contents

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Table of Contents

Congratulations

Customer Record

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

Specifications

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

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

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

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

Cable / Antenna Connection

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

VCR Connection......................................................................5

Amplifier Connection (Tо Audio Amp)

Picture In Picture (PIP) Operation

PIP Operation with a VCR and Cable Box

PIP Operation with a VCR - No Cable Box

Main Menu

ACTION Button........................................................................8

CH / VOL Buttons....................................................................8

Remote Control Guide.............................................................8

Main Menu Feature Chart
Special Features

Menu Languages...................................................................12

Program Channels.................................................................12

Sleep Timer...........................................................................13

Timer 1 and Timer 2

Other Adjustrnents (Picture)..................................................14

Favorite Channels and Caption.............................................14

Mode (Lock) ..........................................................................15

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Digital TV - Set-Top (DTV-STB) Connection

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Glossary..................................................................17

Frequently Asked Questions About Digital TV.... 18

Troubleshooting Chart

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

Copyright 2000 by Matsushita Electric Corporation of America. All rights reserved.
Unauthorized copying and distribution is a violation of law.

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. Product registraton for U.S. customers is available at:

Panasonic.

Care and Cleaning

Screen (Turn TV Off)

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

□ Avoid excessive moisture and wipe dry.

Note: 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
□ Do not use benzene, thinner or other petroleum based products.

Specifications

Model
Number

Serial
Number .

ABRASIVE CLEANERS.

solution. Avoid excessive moisture and wipe dry.

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Power Source

CT-27D20 (2.1A)
CT-27D20U (2.1A)
CT-32D20 (2.2A)
CT-32D20U (2.2A)
CT-36D20 (2.4A)
CT-36D20U (2.4A)

Channel Capability -181

3 Video Input Jacks

6 Audio Input Jacks

Component Input (Y / P0 / Pp)

S-Video Input Jacks

VHF-12; UHF-56; Cable-125

1 Vp-p, 75 Ohm, Phono Jack Type

500mV RMS 47K Ohm

75 Ohm, Phono Jack Type

S-Video (Y-C) Connector

Specifications are subject to change without notice or obligation.

120VAC,60Hz

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.

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

Polarized plug

Non-Polarized plug

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.

O Antenna Connections
a For proper reception of VHF/UHF channels, an external antenna is

required. For best reception an outdoor antenna is recommended,
n Antenna Mode must be set to TV.

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Cable Preset

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

Incoming Cable from

Cable Company

75 Ohm VHF/UHF

on back of TV

Incoming Cable from

Home Antenna

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.

'mRMINALS ON BACK OF TV

iNSTALLATiON

Procedure

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.

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.

Picture iN Picture (PIP) Operation

Picture In Picture (PIP) Operation

PIP Operation with a VCR and Cable Box

This television incjudes 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.

TERMINALS ON BACK OF TV

Noto: 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

VCR CABLE BOX

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:

□ Press the TV/VIDEO button on the Remote Control to select the video PIP source.
O Verify the CABLE BOX and VCR are ON and the VCR is tuned to channel 3.
O Choose channels for the PIP frame by pressing the CBL button on the Remote Control 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.

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

PIP Operation with a VCR - No Cable Box

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:

TERMINALS ON BACK OF TV

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

VCR

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, initialiy.

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

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

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Press the TV/VCR button on the Remote Control.

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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.

Main Menu

Main Menu

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LOCK

Main Menu

TIMER

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CHANNELS

ACTION Button

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

CH / VOL Buttons

buttons to highlight the desired features. Use VOL buttons to select and adjust
features.

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SET UP

PICTURE

UDIO

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EXIT

Press the CH (channel) or VOL (volume) buttons to select an icon. Use the CH

Remote ACTION / Navigation Button

VOL

VOL

Remote Control Guide

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

Main Menu Feature Chart

Main Menu Feature Chart

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SET UP

LANGUAGES

PRO& CHAN

(Program Channels)

(Closed Captioning)

OTHER ADJ.

AUDIO ADJ.
(Adjustments)

OTHER ADJ.

(Adjustments)

SURROUND

SPEAKERS

□ Select English, Spanish, or French menu.

MODE - Select Cable or TV. See Installa

tion section in manual.
AUTO PROGRAM - Automatically program
channels having a signal into memory.

MANUAL PROGRAM - Manually add or

delete channels from memory.
CC ON MUTE - Activate C1 -C2 for Closed

Captioning display when the remote MUTE
button is pressed.
CC MODE - Select C1 or C2 for Closed
Captioning, program guides and other
infomation.

AUTO POWER ON - Select SET to power

up the TV at the same time as the Cable
Box or other components or select OFF.

AUDIO

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 to factory default.
Al SOUND - Automatically adjust volume

to maintain a comfortable listening level.

(Al sound is not available in VIDEO mode).

Enhances audio response when listening
to stereo.

□ 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.

Main Menu Feature Chart

Main Menu Feature Chart (Cont)

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TIMER

TIMER

Set the time and the day of the week.

CLOCK SET

SLEEP

TIMER 1
TIMER 2

PICTURE

VIDEO ADJ.

{Adjustments)

OTHER ADJ.
(Adjustments)

(Time will display onscreen after turning on
the television, pressing the RECALL button
or changing channels).

Set timer to turn off TV in 30, 60 or
90 minutes. Select NO to turn timer off.

Set one or both timers to automatically turn
television on and off at selected times, on
selected channels, and on selected days.

(Clock nnust be set to use Timer features).

PICTURE

□ COLOR - Adjust desired color intensity.
□ TINT - Adjust natural flesh tones.
□ BRIGHTNESS - Adjust dark areas for crisp

detail.

□ PICTURE - Adjust white areas of picture.
□ SHARPNESS - Adjust clarity of outline

detail.

□ NORMAL- Reset all picture adjustments to

factory default settings.

COLOR TEMP - Adjust white balance to

COOL (blue). WARM (red) or NORMAL.

CHANNELS

FAVORITES

CAPTION

CHANNELS

CHANNEL SCAN - Select FAV (16
favorites) or ALL channels to scan

channels using the up/down CH buttons.

n MANUAL CAPTION - Enter channel

numbers and captions manually.

□ INPUT LABEL - Label video connections

for onscreen display of optional equipment.

LOCK

Main Menu Feature Chart

Main Menu Feature Chart (Cont)

□ Lock All Channels or Game with a secret

code.

MODE

HOW LONG?

Noto: For more information about Biock

Programs, see the V-CHiP Parental Lock
manual provided with the TV package.

□ Select the period of time (12, 24, 48 hours

or ALWAYS) for your option to be locked.

SPECIAL Features

Special Features

SET UP

Menu Languages

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

SETUP

IDIOMA/
LANGUE

PROG CHAN
CC
OTHER ADJ.

MODE ENGLISH ►

Prog Chan (Program Channels)

In SET UP menu under PROG CHAN select:

n MODE to select TV (antenna) or CABLE mode deperiding on the signal source.
O AUTO PROGRAM to automatically program all channels with a signal.
□ MANUAL PROGRAM to manually add or delete channels.

SET UP

IDIOMA/
LANGUE

lPROG.CHAN„J>

CC
OTHER ADJ.

MODE
AUTO PROGRAM ►
MANUAL PROGRAM ►

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