Panasonic CT 32HX40 User Manual

Color Television Operating Instructions

CT-32HX40 CT-36HX40

For assistance, please call: 1-800-211-PANA (7262) or send e-mail to: consumerproducts@panasonic.com (USA only)

TQB2AA0337-1 00619 PRINTED IN USA

WARNING

RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK

DO NOT OPEN

WARNING: To reduce the risk of electric shock do not remove cover or back. No user-

serviceable parts inside. Refer servicing to qualified service personnel.

The lightning flash with arrow head within a triangle is intended to tell the user that parts inside the product are a risk of electric shock to persons.

WARNING: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE OR ELECTRIC SHOCK , DO

NOT EXPOSE THIS APPARATUS TO RAIN OR MOISTURE.

Certain audio features of this product are manufactured under a license from Desper Products, Inc.

Spatializer® and the circle-in-square device are trademarks owned by Desper Products, Inc. Spatializer U.S. Patents are: 4,308,423; 4,355,203 and 5,412,731.

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ABLE OF CONTENTS

Ta ble of Contents

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Cable / Antenna Connection ....................................................5

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

Additional Equipment Connections ..........................................8

Amplifier Connection (TO AUDIO AMP)...................................8

Program Out Connection (PROG OUT)...................................9

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

or DVD Connection ..................................................................9

Home Theater Connection ....................................10

Picture In Picture (PIP) Operation.........................11

Split Screen Operation...........................................12

Roller Guide Menu™ ..............................................13

Basic Navigation.....................................................................13

Remote Control Guide............................................................13

Roller Guide Feature Chart....................................14

Special Features.....................................................17

Menu Languages....................................................................17

Prog Chan (Program Channels).............................................17

Closed Captioning..................................................................18

Geomagnetic Correction ........................................................19

Sleep Timer....... .......................................................... ....... ....20

Timer 1 and Timer 2...............................................................20

Picture Adjustments ...............................................................21

Dolby Center Mode & Fixed Audio Out..................................22

Favorite Channels and Captions............................................23

Lock........................................................................................24

Troubleshooting Chart...........................................25

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

Congratulations

ONGRATULATIONS

Your new Panasonic Tau television is designed to provide state-of-the-art picture quality and features an innovative PureFlat

elegant styling 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 television. 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.

Care and Cleaning

Screen (Turn TV Off)

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

Cabinet and Remote Control

r For cabinets and remote control, use a soft cloth dampened with water or a mild detergent r Do not use benzene, thinner or other petroleum based products.

picture tube. The new silver-gray cabinet with compact,

Model Number

Serial Number

• Use a mild soap so lut ion or w in dow c lea ner wi th a sof t cl ean cl oth . D O NO T US E ABRASIVE CLEANERS.

• Avoid excessive moisture and wipe dry.

solution. Avoid excessive moisture and wipe dry.

Specifications

Power Source CT-36HX40 (3.7A)

CT-32HX40 (3.7A)

Channel Capability - 181 VHF-12; UHF-56; Cable-125

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

Audio Output Jacks 0-2.0V RMS 4.7K Ohm

Component Input 75 Ohm, Phono Jack Type

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

Specifications are subject to change without notice or obligation.

120V AC, 60Hz

NSTALLATION

Installation

Television Location

This unit is intended to be used as part of an entertainment center. Consult your dealer for available options

r Avoid excessive sunlight or bright lights, including reflections. r Keep away from excess ive heat or moisture. Inadequate ventilation may cause internal

r Fluorescent lighting may reduce remote control transmitting range. r Keep away from magnetic equipment, including motors, fans and external speakers.

CAUTION: Use this television receiver only with the cart, stand, tripod, bracket,

or table specified by the manufacturer, or sold with the apparatus. When a cart is used, use caution w hen mo vi ng th e c art/apparatus combination to avoid in ju ry fro m tip-over. In order to avoid injury to children, never place your television receiver on a piece of furniture that is capable of being tilted by a child leaning on it, pulling on it, standing on it, or climbing on it.

CT-36HX40:

CAUTION:

Use with other carts (or stands) is capable of resulting in instability causing possible injury.

CT-32HX40:

CAUTION:

Use with other carts (or stands) is capable of resulting in instability causing possible injury.

component failure.

This television receiver for use only with PANASONIC TY-36HX40P stand.

This television receiver for use only with PANASONIC TY-32HX40P stand.

Optional Cable Connections

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

r Use 75-ohm coaxial shielded cables. r Use appropriate input and output connectors that match your component connectors. r 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.

Polarized plug

Cable / Antenna Connection

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

Cable Connection

Connect the cable supplied by your local cable company to ANT or ANT1 connection on back of tele visio n. Sele ct cab le mod e and AN T1 in SET UP menu under Prog Chan (Program Channels).

Note: A cable converter box may be required for proper reception.

Check with your local cable company for compatibility requirements.

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 or ANT1 connection on back of television. Select TV mode and ANT1 in the SET UP menu under Prog Chan.

Note: Cable Mode is pre set at the facto ry. Antenna users must chang e

to TV mode and select ANT1 in the Set Up Menu under Prog Chan.

Optional Equipment Connections

Cable Box Connection

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

CABLE BOX

ANT INPUT

ANT OUTPUT

CABLES NOT SUPPLIED

Incoming Cable

ANT 1

SPLIT OUT

ANT 2

CENTER CHANNEL

INPUT

CONNECTIONS ON BACK OF TV

S-VIDEO

VIDEO

AUDIO

VIDEO

AUDIO

DIGITAL TV INPUT

NSTALLATION

Incoming Cabl e from

Cable Company

75 Ohm VHF/UHF

ncoming Cable from

Home Antenna

INPUT

on back of TV

PROG OUT

TO AUDIO

INPUT

AMP

Note: The remote control must be programmed with supplied codes to operate the cable

box. See Programming the Remote Control in the Remote Control Quick Reference Guide.

Viewing a premium (scrambled) cable channel Procedure

1. Select ANT2 in the SET UP menu under Prog Chan (Program Channels).

2. Tune the television to Channel 3.

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

Note: T o use spe cial fe atures such as Favorite C hanne ls and Channel C aptio ns (se e Specia l

Features section for more information), ANT1 must be selected in the SET UP menu under Prog Chan.

NSTALLATION

VCR Connection

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

VCR

VIDEO OUT

AUDIO OUT

OUTPUT

ANT INPUT

CABLES NOT SUPPLIED

Incoming Cable

ANT 1

SPLIT OUT

ANT 2

CENTER CHANNEL

INPUT

CONNECTIONS ON BACK OF TV

S-VIDEO

VIDEO

AUDIO

DIGITAL TV INPUT

VIDEO

AUDIO

INPUT

Use either the S-Video or Video connection.

INPUT

PROG OUT

TO AUDIO

AMP

Note: The remote control must be p rogrammed with supp lied c odes to operate the VCR. Se e

Programming the Remote Control in the Remote Control Quick Reference Guide.

Viewing a television program Procedure

1. Select ANT1 in the SET UP menu under Prog Chan (Program Channels).

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

Viewing a video Procedure

r Option A

1. Select ANT1 in the SET UP menu under Prog Chan.

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

3. Begin the video.

r Option B

1. Select ANT2 in the SET UP menu under Prog Chan.

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

3. Begin the video.

Recording a television program Procedure

r Option A (Recording and viewing the same program)

1. Select ANT2 in the SET UP menu under Prog Chan.

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

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

4. Begin recording.

r Option B (Recording one program while viewing another program)

1. Select ANT1 in the SET UP menu under Prog Chan.

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

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

4. Begin recording.

5. Press the TV/VIDEO button on the remote control to switch back to TV mode.

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

NSTALLATION

VCR and Cable Box Connection

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

VCR

ANT OUTPUT

CABLE BOX

ANT INPUT

VIDEO OUT

AUDIO OUT

ANT INPUT

ANT OUTPUT

Incoming Cable

CABLES NOT SUPPLIED

ANT 1

SPLIT OUT

ANT 2

CENTER CHANNEL

INPUT

CONNECTIONS ON BACK OF TV

S-VIDEO

VIDEO

AUDIO

VIDEO

AUDIO

DIGITAL TV INPUT

INPUT

Use either the S-Video or Video connection.

INPUT

PROG OUT

TO AUDIO

AMP

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.

Viewing a premium (scrambled) cable channel Procedure

1. Select ANT2 in the SET UP menu under Prog Chan (Program Channels).

2. Tune the television to Channel 3.

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

Note: T o use spe cial fe atures such as Favorite C hanne ls and Channel C aptio ns (se e Specia l

Features section for more information), ANT1 must be selected in the SET UP menu under Prog Chan.

Recording a premium (scrambled) cable channel Procedure

1. Select ANT2 in the SET UP menu under Prog Chan.

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

3. Turn the VCR ON.

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

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

6. Begin recording.

Note: To view a different channel while recording:

• Select ANT1 in the SET UP menu under Prog Chan.

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

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

channel).

NSTALLATION

Additional Equipment Connections

Push to open the front panel of the television to use the Audio/Video input jacks for optional equipment. Press the TV/VIDEO button to select VIDEO 4 input mode.

CONNECTIONS ON FRONT OF TV

INPUT 4

HPJ

S-VIDEO

VIDEO

L- AUDIO -R

A second VCR, a video disc player, video game equipment and DSS equipment can also be connected to the video inputs. See the optional equipment manual for details.

Procedure

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

2. Select the corresponding video input by pressing TV/VIDEO button.

3. Operate optional equipment as instructed in equipment manual.

Note: The S-VIDEO connection provides higher quality picture. It overrides other

VIDEO connections. Use INPUT 4, AUDIO L and R with S-VIDEO connection.

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

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

A. Reduce the brightness/contrast setting to a minimum viewing level. B. Do not display the fixed image for extended periods of time. C. Turn the power off when not in actual use.

Note: The marking or ret ain ed ima ge on the pic ture tub e re sulti ng from fixed image use i s not

an operating defect and as such is not covered by Warranty. This product is not designed to display fixed image patterns for extended periods of time.

Amplifier Connection (TO AUDIO AMP)

To listen through a separate stereo system, connect an external audio amplifier TO AUDIO AMP inputs on back of televisio n.

Note: TO AUDIO AMP term in als c ann ot b e c onn ec ted dire ctly to external speakers.

Audio Adjustments

1. Select SPEAKERS ON located in the onscreen AUDIO menu.

2. Set amplifier volume to minimum.

3. Adjust television volume to desired level.

4. Adjust amplifier volume to match the television.

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

6. 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.

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.

Procedure

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

2. PROG OUT terminal display is the same as onscreen display.

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

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

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

TERMINALS ON BACK OF DTV-STB OR DVD PLAYER

CABLES NOT SUPPLIED

DTV INPUT TERMINALS ON BACK OF TV

DIGITAL TV OUTPUT

MAIN

VIDEO

L-AUDIO-R

R-AUDIO-L

PRP

-VIDEO

NTSC OUTPUT

S-VIDEO

ANT 1

SPLIT OUT

ANT 2

CENTER CHANNEL

INPUT

VIDEO

AUDIO

DIGITAL TV INPUT

S-VIDEO

VIDEO

AUDIO

INPUT

NSTALLATION

PROG OUT

INPUT

TO AUDIO

AMP

INPUT

Note: There are 2 sets of three video inputs, Y, PB, and PR. Separate component color

inputs provi de luminance and color separation. Use the L (left) a nd R (right) audio inputs.

OME THEATER CONNECTION

Home Theater Connection

Your televisio n’s internal speakers can be connected as the center channel for a surround sound home theater system. Connect a surround sound amplifier (center channel speaker output) to CENTER CHANNEL INPUT on the back of the television , as shown. DOLBY* CENTER MODE & FIXED AUDIO OUT must be selected in the AUDIO Roller Guide Menu™** under SPEAKERS.

CONNECTIONS ON BACK OF TV

(1) Push and hold

down button.

(2) Insert bare wire

into hole and release button.

Video Component

ANT 1

SPLIT OUT

ANT 2

Left Front

Speaker

VIDEO

CENTER CHANNEL

INPUT

Surround Amplifier

TV Speakers

Center Channel

AUDIO

DIGITAL TV INPUT

Right Front

Speaker

S-VIDEO

VIDEO

AUDIO

INPUT

VCR

PROG OUT

TO AUDIO

AMP

Left Rear Surround

Speaker

Right Rear

Surround

Speaker

Listener

*Manufactured under license from Dolby Laboratories. “Dolby”, “AC-3”, “Pr o Logic” and the double-D symbol are trademarks of Dolby Laboratories.

**US Patent Pending

Picture in Picture (PIP) Operation

This television includes a two-tuner Picture In Picture (PIP) feature. This allows you to watch two (2) live broadcasts at the same time with or without an external video source such as a VCR, cable box, etc.

Basic PIP Operation

Procedure

Press the PIP button on the remote control to display the

Note: The audio is from the Main Picture only.

1. Choose channels for the up/down buttons.

2. Choose channels for the buttons or by using the numeric keypad.

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

PIP Operation with a Cable Box

Procedure

r To view premium (scrambled) cable channels through your cable box in the

Note: Use this procedure if you want to watch premium cable channels in the Main Picture

while viewing a television program or video in the PIP

1. Select ANT2 in the SET UP menu under Prog Chan (Program Channels).

2. Tune television to Channel 3.

3. Press the PIP button on the remote control to display the

Note: The audio is from the Main Picture only.

4. Verify the cable box is ON.

5. Choose channels for the

6. Choose channels for the and using the PIP CHANNEL up/down buttons.

Note: Swap is not available when us ing the cable box to tune cha nnels . If your cable bo x ha s

a video output, it can be connected to the television to allow you to use all PIP functions. See the equipment manual for more information. (Tune the PIP to the video input connected to the cable box).

ICTURE IN PICTURE

PIP

frame onscreen.

PIP

frame by pressing the remote control PIP CHANNEL

Main Picture

by pressing the remote control CH up/down

(PIP) O

PERATION

SWAP Button

Main Picture

frame

PIP

frame onscreen.

Main Picture

PIP

frame by pressing the TV button on the remote control

by tuning the cable box.

PLIT SCREEN OPERATION

Split Screen Operation

This feature lets you watch two different channels side by side with or without an external video source. The audio is from the Main picture only (left side).

Basic SPLIT Operation

Procedure

SPLIT/SIZE

Press the button on the remote control to display the

Note: The audio is from the Main Picture only.

1. Choose channels for the

2. Choose channels for the

3. The SWAP button switches the SPLIT and MAIN Picture source. Press RECALL

PLAY

up/down buttons. buttons or by using the numeric keypad. button for onscreen SPLIT and Main Picture source status.

MAIN SPLIT

SPLIT Picture

Main Picture

by pressing the remote control PIP CHANNEL

by pressing the remote control CH up/down

SPLIT

screen.

Roller Guide Menu

Basic Navigation

Procedure

r Press the ACTION button in the middle of the large blue button on the remote control to

display the Roller Guide Menu.

r Press the CH up/down buttons to rotate the Roller Guide. r Press the left VOL button to exit the Roller Guide Menu.

Navigation in the Roller Guide Procedure

r Press the ACTION button to select main menu items. r Press the CH up/down buttons to highlight submenus r Press the VOL buttons to select and adjust features. r Press the ACTION button to return to submenus.

OLLER GUIDE MENU

ROLLER GUIDE MENU SELECTIONS

Note: Be careful to press the ACTION button in the middle of the button. If you do

not press in the middle of the button, the channel or volume keys may be activated.

ACTION

VOL VOL

Remote Control Guide

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

OLLER GUIDE FEATURE CHART

ENU

Roller Guide Feature Chart (Cont.)

ESCRIPTION

SET UP

LANGUAGES

PROG CHAN

(Program Channels)

(Closed Captioning)

OTHER ADJ

(Adjustments)

Select English, Spanish or French menu.

MODE - Select TV or Cable mode. See Installation section in Manual.

ANTENNA - Select ANT1 or ANT2. See Installation 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-C4 for Closed Captioning display when the remote MUTE button is pressed.

CC MODE - Select T1-T4 or C1-C4 for Closed Captioning, program guides, and other infor mation.

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

GEOMAGNETIC CORR - Special adjustment

option that compensates for the earth’s geomagnetic field. Adjustment may be required for geomagnetic fields in the area.

AUDIO

AUDIO ADJ.

(Adjustments)

OTHER ADJ.

(Adjustments)

SURROUND

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 defaul t.

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

SPATIALIZER® - Three dimensional surround

sound with two speakers.

Roller Guide Feature Chart (Cont.)

ENU

SPEAKERS

CLOCK SET

SLEEP

TIMER 1 TIMER 2

OLLER GUIDE FEATURE CHART

ESCRIPTION

ON - TV speakers operate normally.

OFF & Variable Audio OutTV speakers off - audio adjustable by television.

OFF & Fixed Audio OutTV speakers off - audio adjustable by the external amplifier only.

Dolby Center Mode & Fixed Audio Out - Makes television the surround sound center channel and the audio adjustable by the external amplifier only.

TIMER

Set the time and the day of the week. (Time will display onscreen after turning on the television, pressing the RECALL button or changing channels).

Set timer to turn off television 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 must be set to use Timer features).

VIDEO ADJ1

(Adjustments)

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.

OLLER GUIDE FEATURE CHART

ENU

VIDEO ADJ2

OTHER ADJ.

(Adjustments)

Roller Guide Feature Chart (Cont.)

ESCRIPTION

COLOR TEMP NORMAL - Adjust white balance to COOL (blue), WARM (red) or NORMAL.

NATURAL COLOR - Expands the color reproduction range resulting in vivid pictures with natural color gradation and highly delicate hues.

VIDEO NR - Reduces noise in the channel, commonly called snow. Remains off when receiving strong signal.

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

ASPECT - Select picture size (ratio) to match programming format.

SCAN MODE - Select TV mode (frame doubling) for optimum detail and clarity. Select GAME mode (line doubling) to optimize picture when playing complex, fast action video games.

COLOR MATRIX - Select HD or SD to automatically adjust color parameters for HD (high definition and SD (standard definition) transmissions.

FAVORITES

CAPTION

MODE

HOW LONG?

CHANNELS

CHANNEL SCAN - Select FAV (16 favorites) or ALL channels to scan channels using the CH up/ down buttons.

PRESET CAPTION - Assign channel numbers to preset popular television stations.

MANUAL CAPTION - Enter channel numbers and captions manually.

INPUT LABEL - Label video connections to display optional equipment.

LOCK

Lock All, Channels or Game with a secret code.

Select the period of time (12, 24, 48 hours or ALWAYS) for your option to be locked.

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