Panasonic GX740Z Ehelp

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Model No.
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HELP
English
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Read first
Before use
•Licence 13
•4K resolution 16
•Home 17
•TV Anytime 18
•Dual Tuner 19
•Satellite TV 20
•Easy Mirroring 21
•Data Service Application 22
Home
Home
•Information 23
•How to use 25
•Pin to HOME 27
•Option menu 28
Devices
•How to use 29
•Option menu 30
Apps
•How to use 31
•Option menu 32
Live TV
•How to use 33
•Option menu 34
Watching
Basic
•Basic connection 35
•Selecting channel 39
•Information banner 40
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•AV Options 42
•Subtitle 44
•Last view 45
•Off Timer 46
•Energy saving functions 47
•Adjusting time 49
•Language 51
4K resolution
•4K compatible equipment 52
•HDMI Auto Setting 53
•Valid 4K format 54
External equipment
•External connection 55
•Watching external input 59
•Operating with TV’s remote control 61
•HDMI features 63
•HDMI HDR Setting 65
•HDMI 2.1 Settings 66
•Valid input signals 67
For best picture
•Viewing Mode 68
•Aspect 70
•Basic settings 71
•Ambient Sensor 74
•HDR Brightness Setting 75
•Noise reduction settings 76
•Advanced Settings 77
•Option Settings 82
•Screen Settings 86
•Lock Settings 89
•Copy Adjustment 90
For best audio
•Sound mode 91
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•Basic settings 92
•Volume settings 95
•Headphone terminal output setting 97
•Voice Guidance Settings 99
•Audio Description 100
•Advanced settings 101
TV Guide
•Using TV Guide 105
•Timer Programming 107
Teletext
•Viewing Teletext 108
•Teletext mode 110
Tuning and editing channels
•Setting menu 111
•Favourites Edit 112
•Channel List 114
•Auto Tuning 115
•Manual Tuning 117
•Update Channel List 118
•New Channel Message 119
•Signal Condition 120
•Add TV Signal 121
Recording
USB HDD setup
•Preparations 122
•Setting for USB HDD 124
Recording current programme
•One Touch Recording 126
Timer Programming
•Setting Timer Programming 127
•Editing Timer Programming 129
•Remote recording 131
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•Note 132
Technical information
•USB HDD 133
Media Player
Using Media Player
•Information 134
•Selecting device / mode 136
Easy List View
•Selecting file 137
•Filtering files 139
Mix Folder View
•Selecting file 140
•Filtering files 142
•Sorting files 143
Playback
•Playback 144
•Slideshow Settings 146
•Video Setup 148
•Audio output settings 149
Recorded TV mode
•Selecting content 150
•Watching recorded TV 151
•Grouping content 153
•Deleting content 154
•Chapter List 155
•Audio output settings 156
Other settings
•USB Sharing 157
Connected device
•Device handling caution 159
•USB devices 160
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Supported format
•Photo format 161
•Video format 162
•Music format 165
Network
Internet content
•Information 166
•Selecting internet content 167
•Note 168
Home network
•In-House streaming 169
•Preparations 171
Network connections
•Internet connection 172
•Home network connection 173
•Note 176
Network settings
•Network Connection 177
•Custom - Wireless 179
•Custom - Wired 182
•Custom - Wireless Access Point 184
•Network Status 185
•TV Name 186
•TV Remote App Settings 187
•Network Link Settings 189
•TV Anytime Settings 191
•Smart Speaker Settings 192
•Mirroring Settings 193
•Control4 Settings 194
•VOD Content Refresh 195
•Software Update 196
•New Software Message 197
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•Terms of Service and Settings 198
Photos
•Selecting file 199
•Viewing photo 200
•Using Slideshow 201
Videos
•Selecting file 202
•Watching video 203
•Video Setup 205
•Audio output settings 207
Music
•Selecting file 209
•Playing music 210
•Music Setup 211
Supported format
•Photo format 212
•Video format 213
•Music format 216
Functions
TV Anytime
•How to use 217
•TV Anytime Settings 218
Mirroring
•How to use 219
•Mirroring Settings 220
Multi Window
•Information 221
•How to use 222
•Note 224
VIERA Link “HDAVI Control™”
•Summary of VIERA Link 225
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•Preparations 231
•Easy playback 232
•Power on Link 233
•Power off Link 234
•Standby Power Save 235
•Intelligent Auto Standby 236
•VIERA Link Control 237
•Speaker Selection 239
•Note 240
Child Lock
•Using Child Lock 241
•PIN number 243
•Parental Rating 244
Power LED Indicator
•Using Power LED Indicator 245
Data Service Application
•Using Data Service Application 246
•Privacy Setting 247
•Note 248
Shipping Condition
•Shipping Condition 249
Updating the TV Software
•Information 250
•Auto update 251
•Manual update 252
Setting characters
•Using Numeric buttons 253
Bluetooth devices
•Bluetooth Setup 254
Keyboard
•Keyboard 256
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Settings
Setting menu
•How to use 257
Picture
•Viewing Mode 259
•Basic settings 260
•Ambient Sensor 262
•HDR Brightness Setting 263
•Noise reduction settings 264
•Advanced Settings 265
•Option Settings 266
•Screen Settings 268
•Lock Settings 269
•Copy Adjustment 270
•Reset Picture Defaults 271
Sound
•Mode 272
•Basic settings 273
•Volume settings 274
•Headphone terminal output setting 275
•Voice Guidance Settings 276
•Audio Description 277
•Advanced settings 278
•Reset Sound Defaults 279
Network
•Network Connection 280
•Network Status 281
•TV Name 282
•TV Remote App Settings 283
•Network Link Settings 284
•TV Anytime Settings 285
•Smart Speaker Settings 286
•Mirroring Settings 287
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•Control4 Settings 288
•Other settings 289
Timer
•Off Timer 290
•Timer Programming 291
•Clock Settings 292
•Auto Standby 293
•No signal Power off 294
Setup
•Eco Navigation 295
•USB Device Setup 296
•Recording Setup 297
•Bluetooth Setup 298
•Child Lock 299
•Tuning Menu 300
•Language 302
•Display Settings 303
•HDMI Auto Setting 304
•HDMI HDR Setting 305
•HDMI 2.1 Settings 306
•VIERA Link Settings 307
•Data Service Application 308
•System Menu 309
•Other Settings 310
Support
Help menu
•Using Help menu 311
FAQs
•Picture 312
•Digital TV 314
•Sound 315
•HDMI 316
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•Network 317
•Other 319
•Detailed information 321
Maintenance
•Care and Cleaning 322
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How to use
■ Meaning of signs
OK :
Letters enclosed in brackets indicate remote control buttons.
Menu :
Letters in cyan indicate on-screen display items.
:
References in this eHELP
You can jump to the page by pressing OK while the cursor is on the references.
■ Operation guide
= Note =
The design and specifications are subject to change without notice.
The images shown in this eHELP are for illustrative purposes only.
This eHELP covers all models, however, some features may not be available on certain models.
Refer to the paper manual and the actual menu in the TV etc. to confirm your model’s features.
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Read first

Before use

Licence

Even if no special notation has been made of company or product trademarks, these trademarks have been fully respected.
DiSEqC™ is a trademark of EUTELSAT.
THX and the THX logo are trademarks of THX Ltd., registered in the United States and other countries.
®
The Bluetooth Bluetooth SIG, Inc. and any use of such marks by Panasonic Corporation is under license.
word mark and logos are registered trademarks owned by
The terms HDMI and HDMI High-Definition Multimedia Interface, and the HDMI Logo are trademarks or registered trademarks of HDMI Licensing Administrator, Inc. in the United States and other countries.
x.v.Colour™ is a trademark.
Dolby, Dolby Vision, Dolby Atmos, Dolby Audio, and the double-D symbol are trademarks of Dolby Laboratories.
Manufactured under license from Dolby Laboratories.
Confidential unpublished works.
Copyright © 2013-2015 Dolby Laboratories. All rights reserved.
Text-to-Speech Powered by Nuance
2002-2019 Nuance Communications, Inc. All rights reserved.
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“PlayReady” is a trademark registered by Microsoft. Please be aware of the following.
(a) This product contains technology subject to certain intellectual property rights of Microsoft. Use or distribution of this technology outside of this product is prohibited without the appropriate license(s) from Microsoft.
(b) Content owners use Microsoft PlayReady™ content access technology to protect their intellectual property, including copyrighted content. This device uses PlayReady technology to access PlayReady-protected content and/or WMDRM-protected content. If the device fails to properly enforce restrictions on content usage, content owners may require Microsoft to revoke the device’s ability to consume PlayReady-protected content. Revocation should not affect unprotected content or content protected by other content access technologies.
Content owners may require you to upgrade PlayReady to access their content.
If you decline an upgrade, you will not be able to access content that requires the upgrade.
This product incorporates the following software:
(1) the software developed independently by or for Panasonic Corporation,
(2) the software owned by third party and licensed to Panasonic Corporation,
(3) the software licensed under the GNU General Public License, Version 2.0 (GPL V2.0),
(4) the software licensed under the GNU LESSER GENERAL PUBLIC LICENSE Version 2.1 (LGPL V2.1), and/or,
(5) open sourced software other than the software licensed under the GPL V2.0 and/or LGPL V2.1.
The software categorized as (3) - (5) are distributed in the hope that it will be useful, but WITHOUT ANY WARRANTY, without even the implied warranty of MERCHANTABILITY or FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE. Please refer to the detailed terms and conditions thereof shown in the “Software Licence” menu on this product.
At least three (3) years from delivery of this product, Panasonic will give to any third party who contacts us at the contact information provided below, for a charge no more than our cost of physically performing source code distribution, a complete machine-readable copy of the corresponding source code covered under GPL V2.0, LGPL V2.1 or the other licenses with the obligation to do so, as well as the respective copyright notice thereof.
Contact Information: oss-cd-request@gg.jp.panasonic.com
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The source code and the copyright notice are also available for free in our website below.
https://panasonic.net/cns/oss/tv/EUIDTV19.html
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Features

4K resolution

You can watch content in 4K format that has twice the horizontal and vertical resolution of the 1080p signal.
Watching > 4K resolution > 4K compatible equipment
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Home

“Home” is a gateway to the TV programmes, applications and connected devices.
It provides you an easy way to access all the features.
Home > Home > Information
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TV Anytime

You can watch TV and set timer event with the network equipment (smartphone, etc.) from outside the home network.
Due to network conditions or certain broadcaster restrictions, this function may not be available.
Functions > TV Anytime > How to use
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Dual Tuner

Only for dual tuner model
You can watch or record 2 programmes simultaneously, watch a programme while recording another programme, etc.
Functions > Multi Window > How to use
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Satellite TV

Only for the model supporting the satellite reception
Receives the digital satellite broadcasts.
Watching > Basic > Basic connection
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Easy Mirroring

You can watch and display images of other devices (smartphone, etc.) on the TV screen using a mirroring function. You can also start the mirroring function from the other devices without operating the TV.
Functions > Mirroring > How to use
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Data Service Application

You can enjoy Hybrid Broadcast Broadband TV application that is one of the interactive data services for digital broadcasting.
Functions > Data Service Application > Using Data Service Application
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Home

Home

Information

“Home” is a gateway to the TV programmes, applications and connected devices.
Home is displayed by pressing HOME and it provides you an easy way to access all the features as shown below (example).
Home
Devices
– Gateway to connected devices (HDMI equipment, USB device, network
equipment, etc.)
Home > Devices
Apps
– Gateway to various applications (internet content, etc.)
Home > Apps
Live TV
– Gateway to TV programmes
Home > Live TV
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= Note =
Be sure to update the software when a software update notice is displayed on the TV screen. If the software is not updated, you may not be able to use Home. You can update the software later manually.
Network > Network settings > Software Update
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How to use

From Home, you can access all the features such as TV programmes, applications and connected devices.
1. Display Home with HOME.
(Example)
Press / to display the tabs which provide you with the relevant programme information, recommended content, etc.
A broadband network environment is required to use internet services.
Network > Network connections > Internet connection
2. Select Devices / Apps / Live TV and press OK to access.
To watch full-screen TV, select Live TV.
(Example)
= Note =
The design and specifications are subject to change without notice.
■ Search
You can search for content from various sources.
1. Display Home with HOME.
2. Press
to select Search and press OK to access.
A search history may be displayed and you can select it for keyword search.
To delete the search history
1) Select Search or a keyword and press OPTION.
2) Select Delete all histories / Delete a history and press OK.
3. Follow the on-screen instructions.
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■ Setting
You can set up Home, tabs, etc.
1. Display Home with HOME.
2. Press
3. Select one of the following items and press OK to access.
Tab Settings / Enable Auto Pin / Disable Auto Pin
4. Follow the on-screen instructions.
Tab Settings
Edits the tabs of Home.
Enable Auto Pin / Disable Auto Pin
Selects whether to automatically add a shortcut for a feature frequently used on Home.
repeatedly to display the setting tab.
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Pin to HOME

You can add a shortcut for a frequently used feature on Home.
1. Display Home with HOME.
2. Select Devices / Apps / Live TV and press OK to access.
3. Select a feature (device / application / TV programme).
4. Display the option menu with OPTION.
5. Select Pin to HOME and press OK to set.
6. Select the position to add on Home and press OK to set.
To remove a shortcut from Home, set Unpin from HOME.
Home > Home > Option menu
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Option menu

You can customise Home.
1. Display the option menu with OPTION.
2. Select one of the following items and press OK to access.
Unpin from HOME / Move
3. Set the item and press OK to store.
Unpin from HOME
Removes a shortcut from Home.
Move
Arranges the position of the icons.
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Devices

How to use

Connected devices (HDMI equipment, USB device, network equipment, etc.) can be accessed easily from Devices.
1. Display Home with HOME.
2. Select Devices and press OK to access.
(Example)
To exit Devices
EXIT
To add a shortcut icon
Home > Home > Pin to HOME
3. Select a device and press OK to access.
For external equipment
Watching > External equipment
For USB device
Media Player > Using Media Player
For network equipment
Network > Home network
For mirroring function
Functions > Mirroring
= Note =
The design and specifications are subject to change without notice.
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Option menu

1. Display the option menu with OPTION.
2. Select one of the following items and press OK to access.
Pin to HOME / Accessibility / Switch to Component / Switch to Video / Show Info.
3. Set the item and press OK to store.
Pin to HOME
Adds a shortcut for a frequently used feature on Home.
Home > Home > Pin to HOME
Accessibility
Guidance settings for visually impaired users
Watching > For best audio > Voice Guidance Settings
Switch to Component / Switch to Video
You can select COMPONENT and VIDEO in AV.
Show Info.
Displays the information about the selected device.
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Apps

How to use

Various applications (internet content, etc.) can be accessed easily from
Apps.
1. Display Home with HOME.
2. Select Apps and press OK to access.
(Example)
To exit Apps
EXIT
To add a shortcut icon
Home > Home > Pin to HOME
You can assign a favourite application to MY APP of the TV’s remote control.
Home > Apps > Option menu
3. Select an application and press OK to access.
4. Follow the on-screen instructions.
= Note =
The design and specifications are subject to change without notice.
Internet apps are provided by their respective service providers, and may be changed, interrupted, or discontinued at any time.
A broadband network environment is required to fully use this function.
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Option menu

1. Display the option menu with OPTION.
2. Select one of the following items and press OK to access.
Pin to HOME / Set as My App / Move / Lock / Unlock / Uninstall / Show Info.
3. Set the item and press OK to store.
Pin to HOME
Adds a shortcut for a frequently used feature on Home.
Home > Home > Pin to HOME
Set as My App
Assigns your favourite application to MY APP of the TV’s remote control.
is displayed on the assigned application.
To change the assignment, set Set as My App while the cursor is on another application.
Move
Arranges the position of the applications.
Lock, Unlock
Locks / unlocks a specific application to restrict access (if available).
Child Lock PIN number is required to access to locked application.
Functions > Child Lock > PIN number
Uninstall
Deletes an application from Apps (if available).
Show Info.
Displays the information about the selected application.
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Live TV

How to use

Live TV is a gateway to the TV programmes.
1. Display Home with HOME.
2. Select Live TV.
3. Press OK to access.
(Example)
For details of watching TV
Watching > Basic
To add a shortcut icon
Home > Home > Pin to HOME
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Option menu

1. Display the option menu with OPTION.
2. Select one of the following items and press OK to access.
Pin to HOME / Accessibility / AV Options / Favourites
3. Set the item and press OK to store.
Pin to HOME
Adds a shortcut for a frequently used feature on Home.
Home > Home > Pin to HOME
Accessibility
Guidance settings for visually impaired users
Watching > For best audio > Voice Guidance Settings
AV Options
Easy optional setting for viewing, sound, etc.
Watching > Basic > AV Options
Menu items and selectable options vary depending on the TV mode.
Favourites
Selects a favourite list for selecting a channel from the information banner, TV Guide, etc.
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Watching

Basic

Basic connection

Some features are not available on all models.
Please ensure that the unit is disconnected from the mains socket before attaching or disconnecting any cables.
External equipment and cables shown are not supplied with this TV.
Depending on the model, it may be necessary to remove the terminal cover / cable cover before connecting or disconnecting cables.
■ Satellite dish
Satellite terminal
Satellite cable
Satellite dish
For Satellite TV
To ensure your satellite dish is correctly installed, please consult your local dealer. Also consult the received satellite broadcasting companies for details.
Selectable satellites and dish alignment to tune Satellite TV are as following.
– OptusD1
– OptusD2
– OptusD3
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■ Aerial
Aerial terminal
RF cable
Aerial
Keep RF (antenna) cable away from the mains lead to avoid and minimise mains interference pickup.
Do not place the RF cable under the TV.
Anaerial,correctcable(75Ωcoaxial)andcorrectterminatingplugare
required to obtain optimum quality picture and sound.
If a communal aerial system is used, you may require the correct connection cable and plug between the wall aerial socket and the TV.
Your local Television Service Centre or dealer may be able to assist you in obtaining the correct aerial system for your particular area and the accessories required.
Any matters regarding aerial installation, upgrading of existing systems or accessories required, and the costs incurred, are the responsibility of you, the Customer.
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■ DVD Recorder / Blu-ray Recorder, etc.
Aerial terminal
RF cable
DVD Recorder / Blu-ray Recorder, etc.
Aerial
HDMI terminal
HDMI cable
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■ Set top box
HDMI terminal
HDMI cable
Set top box
Satellite dish
= Note =
For details of VIERA Link connections
Functions > VIERA Link “HDAVI Control™” > Summary of VIERA Link
Please also read the manual of the equipment being connected.
Keep the TV away from electronic equipment (video equipment, etc.) or equipment with an infrared sensor, otherwise distortion of image / sound may occur or operation of other equipment may be affected.
Use a fully wired HDMI compliant cable.
Use a high speed HDMI cable for high resolution images.
Check the terminal type and cable plugs are correct for connection.
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Selecting channel

Some features are not available on all models.
1. Select the mode with TV.
Satellite TV / Digital TV / Analogue TV
The selected mode is displayed on the top left of the screen.
2. Select a channel with Channel Up / Down or Numeric buttons.
Press Numeric buttons to select a channel position with 2 or more-digit (e.g. 399, press ).
■ To select a channel from the channel list
1. Display the channel list with OK.
2. Select a channel from the list and press OK to watch.
■ To select a channel using information banner
1. Display information banner with INFO if it is not displayed.
2. Select a channel and press OK to watch while the banner is displayed.
Watching > Basic > Information banner
■ To select a channel using TV Guide
Not valid in Analogue TV
1. Display TV Guide with GUIDE.
2. Select the current programme and press OK to access.
3. Select View and press OK to watch.
Watching > TV Guide > Using TV Guide
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Information banner

Some features are not available on all models.
Display information banner with INFO.
Also appears when changing a channel.
(Example)
Channel position and name
Channel type (Radio, etc.) / Encrypted channel ( ) / TV mode ( , , )
Programme
Start time / End time (Satellite TV / Digital TV)
Channel position, etc. (Analogue TV)
Category
Date and time
Features available / message meanings
Rating:
Rating information
Functions > Child Lock > Parental Rating
Bad signal:
Poor quality TV signal
AD:
Audio Description service available
This function can aid visually-impaired viewers by providing an additional audio track to describe events on screen.
Watching > For best audio > Audio Description
:
Subtitle service available
:
Multiple image or audio available
:
Teletext service available
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, , , :
Audio mode
Watching > For best audio > Advanced settings
:
Data service (Hybrid Broadcast Broadband TV application) available
Functions > Data Service Application > Using Data Service Application
190:
Off Timer remaining time
Watching > Basic > Off Timer
To confirm another tuned channel
/
To watch the channel listed in the banner
OK
Information on the next programme (Satellite TV / Digital TV)
Extra information (Satellite TV / Digital TV)
INFO
– Press again to hide the banner.
To hide the banner
EXIT
To update the TV software (if available)
(red)
To select a favourite list (Satellite TV / Digital TV)
Home > Live TV > Option menu
– If the favourite list is created in Favourites Edit.
Watching > Tuning and editing channels > Favourites Edit
To adjust banner timeout, set Banner Display Timeout.
1) Display the menu with MENU.
2) Select Setup > Display Settings > Banner Display Timeout and press
OK to access.
3) Set the item and press OK to store.
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AV Options

Confirm or change the current status.
Display the image full-screen to use this function.
1. Display the option menu with OPTION.
2. Select AV Options and press OK to access.
3. Select one of the following items and press OK to access.
Audio Description / Video Selection / Audio Selection / AD / Dual Audio / Subtitle Language / MPX / Volume Correction
The function items vary depending on the TV mode.
4. Set the item and press OK to store.
Audio Description
Set to On if the programme has Audio Description service, then you will hear an additional audio track to describe events on screen (if available).
For Digital TV
Not valid in multi window mode
To adjust the volume for Audio Description
Watching > For best audio > Audio Description
Video Selection
Selects from a group of multiple videos (if available).
This setting is not memorised and it returns to the default setting once you exit the current programme.
For Digital TV
New Zealand only
Audio Selection / AD
Selects between alternative language or Audio Description for sound tracks (if available).
This setting is not memorised and it returns to the default setting once you exit the current programme.
For Digital TV
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Dual Audio
Selects stereo / monaural (if available).
For Digital TV
Subtitle Language
Selects between alternative subtitle languages or types (if available).
This setting is not memorised and it returns to the default setting once you exit the current programme.
For Digital TV
Not valid on the sub screen in multi window mode
New Zealand only
MPX
Selects multiplex sound mode (if available).
Watching > For best audio > Advanced settings
For Analogue TV
Volume Correction
Adjusts the volume of each individual channel or input mode.
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Subtitle

Display / hide subtitles (if available) with STTL.
For Digital TV
To select the preferred language for digital TV subtitles (if available), set
Preferred Subtitles.
Watching > Basic > Language
– New Zealand only
To select the preferred subtitle type
1) Display the menu with MENU.
2) Select Setup > Display Settings > Subtitle Type and press OK to access.
3) Select Standard / Hard of Hearing and press OK to set.
Hard of Hearing provides aids in understanding and enjoyment with
digital channel subtitles (depending on the broadcaster).
– New Zealand only
= Note =
If you press STTL in Analogue, the TV switches to teletext service and calls up a favourite page. Press EXIT to return to TV mode.
Not valid on the sub screen in multi window mode
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Last view

Switch to a previously viewed channel or input mode easily with LAST VIEW.
Press again to return to the current view.
= Note =
Switching channel may not be available depending on the condition.
Watching less than 10 seconds is not reflected in the previously viewed channel or input mode.
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Off Timer

Switch to TV Standby mode automatically after a fixed period.
1. Display the menu with MENU.
2. Select Timer > Off Timer and press OK to access.
3. Select the time in 15-minute increments and press OK to set.
90 / 75 / 60 / 45 / 30 / 15 / Off (minutes)
To cancel, set to Off or turn the TV off.
The remaining time is displayed on the bottom right of the screen.
The remaining time will flash on the screen when less than 3 minutes.
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Energy saving functions

The TV can be eco-friendly using energy-saving functions.
The TV goes into Standby mode in the following conditions:
Eco Navigation is set to Set to Eco.
Off Timer is active.
Watching > Basic > Off Timer
No operation is performed for 4 hours while Auto Standby is set to On.
No signal is received and no operation is performed for 10 minutes while
No signal Power off is set to On.
= Note =
This function does not affect the recording.
■ Auto Standby
1. Display the menu with MENU.
2. Select Timer > Auto Standby and press OK to access.
3. Select On / Off and press OK to set.
Auto Standby
(On / Off)
Automatically turns the TV to Standby mode for energy saving when no operation is performed for 4 hours.
Automatic input switching with the connected equipment affects this function and time-count resets.
A notification message will appear 3 minutes before going into Standby mode.
Changing the default configuration may result in higher energy consumption of the product.
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■ No signal Power off
1. Display the menu with MENU.
2. Select Timer > No signal Power off and press OK to access.
3. Select On / Off and press OK to set.
No signal Power off
(On / Off)
Automatically turns the TV to Standby mode to prevent unnecessary power consumption when no signal is received and no operation is performed for 10 minutes.
A notification message will appear 3 minutes before going into Standby mode.
■ Eco Navigation
1. Display the menu with MENU.
2. Select Setup > Eco Navigation and press OK to access.
3. Select Set to Eco and press OK to set.
Eco Navigation
Automatically sets the TV to the most suitable energy-saving mode.
The concerned items and their current settings are displayed. Select Set to
Eco to set them to the energy-saving settings at once.
Auto Standby and No signal Power off are active when Eco Navigation is
set to Set to Eco.
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Adjusting time

Some features are not available on all models. Available menu items are displayed on your TV screen.
Settings for the system time of this TV.
1. Display the menu with MENU.
2. Select Timer > Clock Settings and press OK to access.
3. Select one of the following items and press OK to access.
Mode / Date / Time / Daylight Saving Time / Select State / Territory
4. Set with Cursor buttons or Numeric buttons, and press OK to store.
Mode
(Auto / Manual)
Selects the clock setting mode for this TV.
Set to Auto to adjust the time automatically using the time information from the digital broadcast. Set to Manual to adjust manually.
Date
Sets the current date manually.
Time
Sets the current time manually.
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Daylight Saving Time
(+ 1 hour / + 1/2 hour / Off / Auto)
Selects time offset from the standard time for Summer Time. (Base on GMT)
If there is a gap between displayed time and actual time, set this function.
Normally select Auto to adjust as following for the region has been set in
Select State / Territory.
NSW / ACT / Victoria / Tasmania: +11:00
South Australia: +10:30
Queensland: +10:00
Northern Territory: +9:30
Western Australia: +8:00
Australia only
Select State / Territory
(NSW / ACT / Victoria / Queensland / South Australia / Western Australia /
Northern Territory / Tasmania)
Selects the region where you live to adjust the standard time. (Base on GMT)
The time contained in the broadcast signal is UTC (Universal Time coordinated) formally known as GMT (Greenwich Mean Time).
NSW / ACT / Victoria / Queensland / Tasmania: +10:00
South Australia / Northern Territory: +9:30
Western Australia: +8:00
Australia only
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Language

Some features are not available on all models. Available menu items are displayed on your TV screen.
1. Display the menu with MENU.
2. Select Setup > Language and press OK to access.
3. Select one of the following items and press OK to access.
OSD Language / Preferred Audio Language / Preferred Subtitles
4. Set the item and press OK to store.
OSD Language
Changes language for on-screen displays.
Preferred Audio Language
Selects the preferred language for digital channel multi audio (depending on the broadcaster).
New Zealand only
Preferred Subtitles
Selects the preferred language for digital channel subtitles (depending on the broadcaster).
To display subtitles
Watching > Basic > Subtitle
New Zealand only
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4K resolution

4K compatible equipment

You can watch content in 4K format that has twice the horizontal and vertical resolution of the 1080p signal.
For details of valid 4K format
Watching > 4K resolution > Valid 4K format
Connect the 4K compatible equipment to HDMI terminal using a 4K compatible cable and you can watch content in 4K format.
Depending on the model, it may be necessary to remove the terminal cover / cable cover before connecting or disconnecting cables.
■ 4K compatible equipment
HDMI terminal
HDMI cable
4K compatible equipment
Check the terminal type and cable plugs are correct for connection.
Use a fully wired HDMI compliant cable.
Use a high speed HDMI cable for high resolution images.
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HDMI Auto Setting

1. Display the menu with MENU.
2. Select Setup > HDMI Auto Setting and press OK to access.
3. Set the item and press OK to store.
HDMI Auto Setting
(Mode1 / Mode2)
Reproduces the image more precisely with the expanded colour gamut when connecting the 4K compatible equipment. Select the mode depending on the equipment.
Mode1:
For better compatibility. Set to Mode1 when the image or sound in HDMI input is not played properly.
Mode2:
For the 4K compatible equipment that has the function to output the image precisely with the expanded colour gamut
The setting can be stored for each HDMI input.
Valid format (4K)
Mode1: 4:4:4 / 4:2:2 (30p, 25p, 24p), 4:2:0 (60p, 50p)
Mode2: 4:4:4 / 4:2:2 (30p, 25p, 24p), 4:4:4 / 4:2:2 / 4:2:0 (60p, 50p)
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Valid 4K format

■ Valid 4K format (HDMI)
4K UHD
3 840 × 2 160 (60p, 50p, 30p, 25p, 24p)
– Aspect is fixed to 16:9.
DCI 4K
4 096 × 2 160 (60p, 50p, 30p, 25p, 24p)
– Actual resolution is 3 840 × 2 160p.
– Aspect is fixed to V Full.
= Note =
The above signals are reformatted for optimal viewing on your display.
For details of aspect
Watching > For best picture > Aspect
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External equipment

External connection

Some features are not available on all models.
These diagrams show our recommendations for connection of your TV to various pieces of equipment. For other connections, consult the instructions for each piece of equipment.
For details of basic connection
Watching > Basic > Basic connection
To use the specific devices supporting Bluetooth wireless technology
Functions > Bluetooth devices
Check the terminal type and cable plugs are correct for connection.
External equipment and cables shown are not supplied with this TV.
Depending on the model, it may be necessary to remove the terminal cover / cable cover before connecting or disconnecting cables.
■ HDMI equipment
HDMI terminal
HDMI cable
Recorder / Player / Set top box / Camcorder / Amplifier with speaker
system
= Note =
Use a fully wired HDMI compliant cable.
Use a high speed HDMI cable for high resolution images.
For details of VIERA Link connections
Functions > VIERA Link “HDAVI Control™” > Summary of VIERA Link
Use HDMI2 to connect the TV to an amplifier which has ARC (Audio Return Channel) function.
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■ AV devices
AV IN (COMPONENT) terminals
Component cables (Shielded)
Use shielded component cables.
DVD Player, etc.
Audio cables (Shielded)
Use shielded audio cables.
AV IN (VIDEO) terminals
Composite cable (Shielded)
Use shielded composite cable.
Camcorder / Game equipment
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■ USB devices
USB port
USB cable
USB HDD, etc.
= Note =
It is recommended to connect the device to the TV’s USB port directly.
You cannot use two or more of the same kind of USB devices simultaneously except USB Flash Memory or USB HDD.
Use USB 1 or USB 2 port for connecting the USB HDD. (Refer to the terminal
indication of TV set.)
Some USB devices or USB HUB may not be used with this TV.
You cannot connect any devices by using USB card reader.
■ Listening with external speakers
DIGITAL AUDIO OUT
Optical digital audio cable
Amplifier with speaker system
To enjoy multi-channel sound from external equipment (e.g. Dolby Audio (Dolby Digital) 5.1ch), connect the equipment to the amplifier. For information about the connections, read the manuals of the equipment and amplifier.
To select the sound output to adjust the volume, set TV Speaker Setting.
Watching > For best audio > Volume settings
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■ Headphones
Headphone jack
3.5 mm stereo mini plug
Headphones
To use headphones, set Headphone Terminal Output to Headphone.
Watching > For best audio > Headphone terminal output setting
Do not connect a sub woofer while Headphone Terminal Output is set to
Headphone.
To adjust the volume, set Headphone Volume.
Watching > For best audio > Headphone terminal output setting
To select the sound output to adjust the volume, set TV Speaker Setting.
Watching > For best audio > Volume settings
■ Sub woofer
Headphone jack
Audio cable (3.5 mm stereo mini plug - audio pin plug)
Sub woofer
To use a sub woofer, set Headphone Terminal Output to Sub Woofer.
Watching > For best audio > Headphone terminal output setting
Do not connect headphones while Headphone Terminal Output is set to
Sub Woofer.
To adjust the volume, set Sub Woofer Adjustment.
Watching > For best audio > Headphone terminal output setting
The volume of the sub woofer can be also controlled when adjusting the volume of this unit with this TV’s remote control.
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Watching external input

Connect the external equipment (VCR, DVD, etc.) and you can watch through the input.
1. Display the input selection menu with AV.
2. Select the input mode connected to the equipment and press OK to watch. (The selected mode is displayed on the top left of the screen.)
You can also select the input pressing AV. Press repeatedly until the desired input is selected.
You can select COMPONENT and VIDEO in AV.
You can label or skip each input mode. Skipped inputs will not be displayed when AV is pressed. (Input Labels)
The remote control is capable of operating the content or external equipment.
Watching > External equipment > Operating with TV’s remote control
To return to TV mode
TV
= Note =
If the external equipment has an aspect adjustment function, set it to 16:9.
For details, read the manual of the equipment or ask your local dealer.
■ Input Labels
Accessing the input labels list allows you to change the input name or skip the input if unconnected, improving identification and selection in the Input
Selection banner.
Watching > Basic > Information banner
1. Display the menu with MENU.
2. Select Setup > Display Settings > Input Labels and press OK to access.
3. Set the item and press OK to set.
To name each input mode freely, select User input and set characters (maximum 10 characters).
To skip the input mode, select Skip.
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■ Playing Time Display
Set to On to display a time period of continuous use in Game Mode on the top right of the screen every 30 minutes.
1. Display the menu with MENU.
2. Select Setup > Display Settings > Playing Time Display and press OK to access.
3. Select On / Off and press OK to set.
This function is available when Game Mode is set to On.
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Operating with TV’s remote control

You can operate the content in Media Player / media server, recording functions or the connected equipment with the following buttons of this TV’s remote control.
:
Playback (VCR / DVD / video content)
:
Stop the operations
:
Rewind, view the picture rapidly in reverse (VCR)
Skip to the previous track, title or chapter (DVD / video content)
(also available for the operation of USB HDD Recording) (Australia only)
Press and hold to search backward (DVD / video content)
:
Fast-forward, view the picture rapidly forward (VCR)
Skip to the next track, title or chapter (DVD / video content)
(also available for the operation of USB HDD Recording) (Australia only)
Press and hold to search forward (DVD / video content)
:
Pause / Resume
Press and hold to play at slow speed (DVD)
:
One Touch Recording
Recording > Recording current programme > One Touch Recording
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■ How to change the code
Each Panasonic product has its own remote control code. Change the code according to the product for operation.
1. Press and hold Standby On / Off switch during the following operations.
2. Enter the appropriate code as follows with Numeric buttons.
Codes for each product and features
70: DVD Recorder, DVD Player, Blu-ray Disc Player
71: Player theatre, Blu-ray Disc theatre
72: VCR
73 (default):
Using in USB HDD recording, Media Player, in-house streaming or VIERA Link
3. Press
to change.
= Note =
Confirm if the remote control works correctly after changing the code.
The codes may be reset to defaults if batteries are replaced.
Some operations may not be available depending on the equipment.
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HDMI features

HDMI (high-definition multimedia interface) is the world’s first complete digital consumer AV interface complying with a non-compression standard.
HDMI allows you to enjoy high-definition digital images and high-quality sound by connecting the TV to external equipment.
HDMI-compatible equipment* with an HDMI or DVI output terminal, such as a DVD player, a set top box or game equipment, can be connected to the HDMI terminal using a fully wired HDMI compliant cable.
Watching > External equipment > External connection
* : The HDMI logo is displayed on HDMI-compliant equipment.
■ Applicable HDMI features
Input audio signal:
LPCM, Dolby Audio (Dolby Digital, Dolby Digital Plus, Dolby TrueHD), Dolby Atmos
– Audio settings can be made on HDMI Audio Format in the Sound
Menu.
Watching > For best audio > Advanced settings
Input video signal:
Matches the output setting of the digital equipment.
Watching > External equipment > Valid input signals
VIERA Link (HDAVI Control 5)
Functions > VIERA Link “HDAVI Control™” > Summary of VIERA Link
Content Type
Deep Colour
Audio Return Channel
– Audio Return Channel (ARC) is a function to send digital sound signals
via an HDMI cable.
– For HDMI2
x.v.Colour™
4K
Watching > 4K resolution > Valid 4K format
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■ DVI connection
If the external equipment has only a DVI output, connect to the HDMI terminal via a DVI to HDMI adaptor cable. When using the DVI to HDMI adaptor cable, connect the audio cable to the audio input terminal (use AV IN audio terminals).
Enquire HDMI adaptor cable at your local digital equipment retailer shop.
= Note =
Audio settings can be made on HDMI Audio Format / HDMI Input in the Sound Menu.
Watching > For best audio > Advanced settings
If the connected equipment has an aspect adjustment function, set the aspect ratio to “16:9”.
These HDMI connectors are “type A”.
These HDMI connectors are compatible with HDCP (High-Bandwidth Digital Content Protection) copyright protection.
Equipment having no digital output terminal may be connected to the input terminal of component or video to receive analogue signals.
This TV incorporates HDMI™ technology.
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HDMI HDR Setting

1. Display the menu with MENU.
2. Select Setup > HDMI HDR Setting and press OK to access.
3. Set the item and press OK to store.
HDR Setting
(Dynamic / Static / Off)
Set to Dynamic or Static when the HDR device is connected to the TV.
Please turn Off this function if the image looks unnatural. This may occur in some cases such as compatibility with the connected device, source images or with use of multi-window function.
Image may disappear for a few seconds when the setting is changed.
For HDMI
HDR Dynamic Setting
HDR10+ Functionality
(On / Off)
Enables the HDR10+ function for HDMI input signal.
Dolby Vision
(On / Off)
Enables the Dolby Vision function for HDMI input signal.
= Note =
Supporting HDR does not increase the peak brightness capabilities of the TV panel.
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HDMI 2.1 Settings

1. Display the menu with MENU.
2. Select Setup > HDMI 2.1 Settings and press OK to access.
3. Set the item and press OK to store.
ALLM
(On / Off)
Automatically switches the TV to Game Mode according to the ALLM information when using this TV in single window mode.
For HDMI
Not valid when HDMI Auto Setting is set to Mode1
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Valid input signals

■ COMPONENT, HDMI
Signal name COMPONENT HDMI
525 (480) / 60i, 60p
625 (576) / 50i, 50p
750 (720) / 60p, 50p
1 125 (1 080) / 60i, 50i
1 125 (1 080) / 60p, 50p, 24p
3 840 × 2 160 / 60p, 50p, 30p, 25p, 24p
4 096 × 2 160 / 60p, 50p, 30p, 25p, 24p
○:Applicableinputsignal
= Note =
Signals other than those above may not be displayed properly.
The above signals are reformatted for optimal viewing on your display.
For details of valid 4K format
Watching > 4K resolution > Valid 4K format
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For best picture

Viewing Mode

Some features are not available on all models. Available menu items are displayed on your TV screen.
1. Display the menu with MENU.
2. Select Picture > Viewing Mode and press OK to access.
3. Select the mode and press OK to set.
Viewing Mode
(Dynamic / Normal / Professional Photo / Cinema / THX Cinema / THX Bright
Room / True Cinema / Custom / Professional1 / Professional2 / Dolby Vision Vivid / Dolby Vision Bright / Dolby Vision Dark)
Selects your favourite picture mode for each input.
Dynamic:
Improves contrast and sharpness for viewing in a bright room.
Normal:
Normal use for viewing in a normal lighting condition.
Professional Photo:
Reproduces the original image for photo.
For photo content
Cinema:
Improves the performance of contrast, black and colour reproduction for watching a film in a darkened room.
THX Cinema*:
Reproduces the original image quality precisely in a darkened room.
THX Bright Room*:
Reproduces the original image quality precisely in a bright room.
True Cinema:
Reproduces the original image quality precisely without any revision.
Custom:
Adjusts each menu item manually to suit your favourite picture quality.
Professional1 / 2:
Allows you to set and lock the professional picture settings.
Watching > For best picture > Advanced Settings
If a certified professional dealer sets these modes, Professional1 and Professional2 may be displayed as isf Day and isf Night.
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Dolby Vision Vivid:
Reproduces Dolby Vision content precisely in a bright room.
Dolby Vision Bright:
Reproduces Dolby Vision content precisely in a normal lighting condition.
Dolby Vision Dark:
Reproduces Dolby Vision content precisely in a darkened room.
The following items can be adjusted and stored for each mode.
Luminance Level / Backlight / Contrast / Brightness / Colour / Tint / Sharpness / Colour Temperature / Vivid Colour / Colour Remaster / Rec.2020 Colour Remaster / Adaptive Backlight Control / Ambient Sensor / HDR Brightness Setting / Noise Reduction / MPEG Remaster / Resolution Remaster / Dynamic Range Remaster / Intelligent Frame Creation / Clear Motion
This function can be memorised respectively for input or TV mode.
* : THX modes are used to mirror the picture settings used by professional
filmmakers, faithfully reproducing the image quality of THX Certified movies. THX Certified movies have the THX logo on the disc. THX modes are not available for photo content.
■ Netflix Calibrated Mode
Reproduces the image quality based on the professional monitor settings while watching Netflix.
1. Display the menu with MENU.
2. Select Picture > Netflix Calibrated Mode and press OK to access.
3. Select On / Off and press OK to set.
Ambient Sensor / HDR Auto Brightness are not available and Viewing Mode is fixed to Netflix when Netflix Calibrated Mode is set to On.
For Netflix content
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Aspect

Some features are not available on all models. Available menu items are displayed on your TV screen.
Change the aspect ratio (image size) with ASPECT.
■ To change the aspect ratio manually
1. Display Aspect Selection with ASPECT.
2. Select the mode and press OK to set.
You can also change the mode by pressing ASPECT.
(Press repeatedly until you reach the desired mode.)
16:9:
Directly displays the image at 16:9 without distortion (anamorphic).
4:3:
Displays the image at the standard 4:3 without distortion.
Zoom:
Displays a 16:9 letterbox or 4:3 image without distortion.
4:3 Full:
Displays a 4:3 image enlarged horizontally to fit the screen.
V Full:
Displays the image enlarged vertically to fit the screen without distortion.
For DCI 4K format
= Note =
Display the image full-screen to use this function completely.
Aspect mode can be memorised separately for SD (Standard definition) and HD (High definition) signals.
Aspect cannot be changed in teletext service.
Aspect is fixed to 16:9 in the following conditions:
Game Mode is set to On.
1080p Pure Direct is set to On.
4K Pure Direct is set to On.
1080p Pixel by 4pixels is set to On.
– 4K content except DCI 4K
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Basic settings

Some features are not available on all models. Available menu items are displayed on your TV screen.
1. Display the menu with MENU.
2. Select Picture and press OK to access.
3. Select one of the following items and press OK to access.
Luminance Level / Backlight / Contrast / Brightness / Colour / Tint / Sharpness / Colour Temperature / Vivid Colour / Colour Remaster / Rec.2020 Colour Remaster / Adaptive Backlight Control / Resolution Remaster / Dynamic Range Remaster / Intelligent Frame Creation / Clear Motion
4. Set the item and press OK to store.
Luminance Level, Backlight, Contrast, Brightness, Colour, Tint, Sharpness
Adjusts the levels of these options according to your personal preference.
Sharpness is not available when 1080p Pixel by 4pixels is set to On.
Colour Temperature
Sets the overall colour tone of the picture (bluer - redder).
Vivid Colour
(On / Off)
Automatically adjusts colours to vivid ones.
Colour Remaster
(Max / Min / Off)
Displays the vivid images with the expanded colour gamut.
Not valid in the following conditions:
Viewing Mode is set to Dolby Vision Vivid, Dolby Vision Bright or Dolby
Vision Dark.
Viewing Mode is THX mode.
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Rec.2020 Colour Remaster
(On / Off)
Displays the vivid images with the suitable colour gamut.
Not valid when Viewing Mode is set to Dolby Vision Vivid, Dolby Vision
Bright or Dolby Vision Dark
This function is available only for Rec. 2020 and displayed instead of
Colour Remaster.
Adaptive Backlight Control
Automatically controls the level of backlight according to the images.
Resolution Remaster
(Auto / Max / Mid / Min / Off)
Enhances picture resolution to make the image sharper.
Not valid when 1080p Pixel by 4pixels is set to On
Dynamic Range Remaster
(On / Off)
Enhances bright areas of the image closer to the original luminance making improved picture impact.
Not valid in the following conditions:
– Multi window
– HDR video signal
Intelligent Frame Creation
(Custom / Max / Mid / Min / Off)
Automatically compensates the picture frame rate and removes juddering movements to make the images smooth.
Depending on the content, images may be noisy. To prevent the noise, change the setting.
Select Custom to set Intelligent Frame Creation manually.
Blur Reduction:
Adjusts the smoothness of camera content to minimise blur.
Film Smooth:
Adjusts the smoothness of film content.
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Black Frame Insertion:
Makes the blurring image clearer for video content, etc.
– Not valid for photo content
Reset to Defaults:
Resets items for Intelligent Frame Creation.
Not valid in the following conditions:
Game Mode is set to On.
1080p Pixel by 4pixels is set to On.
1080p Pure Direct is set to On.
4K Pure Direct is set to On.
– Photo content
Clear Motion
(On / Off)
Makes the moving pictures clearer by controlling the level of backlight.
Not valid for photo content
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Ambient Sensor

1. Display the menu with MENU.
2. Select Picture > Ambient Sensor and press OK to access.
3. Select On / Off and press OK to set.
Ambient Sensor
(On / Off)
Automatic Brightness Control function
Adjusts picture settings automatically depending on ambient lighting condition.
Not valid for HDR video signal
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HDR Brightness Setting

1. Display the menu with MENU.
2. Select Picture > HDR Brightness Setting and press OK to access.
3. Select one of the following items and press OK to access.
Dynamic HDR Effect / HDR Auto Brightness / HDR Brightness Enhancer
4. Set the item and press OK to store.
Dynamic HDR Effect
(On / Off)
Automatically adjusts the luminance according to an HDR video signal.
Not valid when Viewing Mode is set to Dolby Vision Vivid, Dolby Vision
Bright or Dolby Vision Dark
HDR Auto Brightness
(On / Off)
Automatically adjusts the luminance according to a lighting condition.
HDR Brightness Enhancer
Adjusts the luminance when watching an HDR video in a bright environment.
Not valid when Viewing Mode is set to Dolby Vision Vivid, Dolby Vision
Bright or Dolby Vision Dark
= Note =
Supporting HDR does not increase the peak brightness capabilities of the TV panel.
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Noise reduction settings

1. Display the menu with MENU.
2. Select Picture > Noise Reduction / MPEG Remaster and press OK to access.
3. Set the item and press OK to store.
Noise Reduction
(Auto / Max / Mid / Min / Off)
Reduces unwanted picture noise.
Not valid in the following conditions (The condition may differ depending on the model.):
Game Mode is set to On.
1080p Pure Direct is set to On.
4K Pure Direct is set to On.
1080p Pixel by 4pixels is set to On.
MPEG Remaster
(Auto / Max / Mid / Min / Off)
Reduces flicker noise in contoured parts of a picture and block noise.
Not valid in the following conditions (The condition may differ depending on the model.):
Game Mode is set to On.
1080p Pure Direct is set to On.
4K Pure Direct is set to On.
1080p Pixel by 4pixels is set to On.
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Advanced Settings

Some features are not available on all models. Available menu items are displayed on your TV screen.
You can adjust and set up the detailed picture settings when Viewing Mode is set to Professional Photo, Cinema, True Cinema, Custom, Professional1
/ 2, Dolby Vision Bright or Dolby Vision Dark. The settings in True Cinema, Custom or Professional1 / 2 can be stored for each input.
Watching > For best picture > Viewing Mode
1. Select the input mode with AV or TV.
2. Display the menu with MENU.
3. Select Picture > Viewing Mode and press OK to access.
4. Select the mode and press OK to set.
Professional Photo / Cinema / True Cinema / Custom / Professional1 / Professional2 / Dolby Vision Bright / Dolby Vision Dark
■ Adjust the detailed picture settings
1. Display the menu with MENU.
2. Select Picture > Advanced Settings and press OK to access.
3. Select one of the following items and press OK to access.
Contrast Control / Colour Gamut / Photo Colour Gamut / White Balance / Colour Management / Gamma / Reset Picture Defaults
4. Set the item and press OK to store.
■ Contrast Control
Contrast Control
(Custom / Auto / Off)
Automatically adjusts the detailed contrast settings. Select Custom to set
Contrast Control Setting manually.
Contrast Control Setting
Adaptive Gamma Control:
Adjusts the gamma curve to make the image brighter.
Black Expander:
Gradually adjusts the shades of black.
Clear White Effect:
Makes the white area clearer.
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Reset Contrast Control:
Resets items for Contrast Control Setting.
■ Colour Gamut / Photo Colour Gamut
Colour Gamut
(Auto / Normal / Native / Rec. 709 / SMPTE-C / EBU / Rec. 2020 / DCI-P3)
Reproduces image colour precisely according to the colour gamut standards.
Auto:
Automatically adjusts the colour gamut according to the input signal.
Normal:
Displays colours according to the colour gamut.
Native:
Displays deep colours by expanding the colour gamut to its maximum.
Rec. 709:
Standard for HD (High definition)
SMPTE-C:
Standard for NTSC
EBU:
Standard for PAL
Rec. 2020:
Provides the suitable colour gamut for Rec. 2020.
DCI-P3:
Provides the suitable colour gamut for DCI 4K.
Set Colour Remaster to Off to use this function.
Set Rec.2020 Colour Remaster to Off to use this function for the Rec. 2020 signal.
Not valid when Viewing Mode is set to Dolby Vision Vivid, Dolby Vision
Bright or Dolby Vision Dark
Photo Colour Gamut
(Auto / sRGB / Adobe / Rec. 2020)
Auto:
Automatically adjusts the colour gamut according to the input signal.
sRGB:
Standard for sRGB
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Adobe:
Standard for AdobeRGB
Rec. 2020:
Provides the suitable colour gamut for Rec. 2020.
Not valid when Viewing Mode is set to Dolby Vision Vivid, Dolby Vision
Bright or Dolby Vision Dark
■ White Balance
R-Gain / G-Gain / B-Gain
Adjusts the white balance of bright red / green / blue areas.
R-Cutoff / G-Cutoff / B-Cutoff
Adjusts the white balance of dark red / green / blue areas.
More Detailed Adjustment
Adjusts more detailed items for White Balance.
Input Signal Level:
Adjusts the input signal level.
R-Gain / G-Gain / B-Gain:
Adjusts the detailed white balance of bright red / green / blue areas.
Reset White Balance:
Resets items for More Detailed Adjustment.
Reset White Balance
Resets White Balance to the default settings.
■ Colour Management
R-Hue / R-Saturation / R-Luminance
Adjusts the picture hue / saturation / luminance of red areas.
G-Hue / G-Saturation / G-Luminance
Adjusts the picture hue / saturation / luminance of green areas.
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B-Hue / B-Saturation / B-Luminance
Adjusts the picture hue / saturation / luminance of blue areas.
More Detailed Adjustment
Adjusts more detailed items for Colour Management.
C-Hue / M-Hue / Y-Hue:
Adjusts the picture hue of cyan / magenta / yellow areas.
C-Saturation / M-Saturation / Y-Saturation:
Adjusts the saturation of cyan / magenta / yellow areas.
C-Luminance / M-Luminance / Y-Luminance:
Adjusts the luminance of cyan / magenta / yellow areas.
Reset Colour Management:
Resets items for More Detailed Adjustment.
Reset Colour Management
Resets Colour Management to the default settings.
■ Gamma
Gamma
Switches the gamma curve.
Please note the numerical values are reference for the adjustment.
More Detailed Adjustment
Adjusts more detailed items for Gamma.
Input Signal Level:
Adjusts the input signal level.
Gain:
Adjusts the gain of gamma for selected signal level.
Reset Gamma:
Resets items for More Detailed Adjustment.
Reset Gamma
Resets Gamma to the default settings.
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■ Reset Picture Defaults
Reset Picture Defaults
Resets Advanced Settings to the default settings.
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Option Settings

Some features are not available on all models. Available menu items are displayed on your TV screen.
1. Display the menu with MENU.
2. Select Picture > Option Settings and press OK to access.
3. Select one of the following items and press OK to access.
Game Mode / Film Cadence Mode / 1080p Pure Direct / 4K Pure Direct / 1080p Pixel by 4pixels / HDMI Content Type / HDMI EOTF Type / HDMI Colorimetry Type / HDMI RGB Range / HDMI YCbCr Range / EOTF Type / 3D-COMB
4. Set the item and press OK to store.
Game Mode
(On / Off)
Provides suitable images for fast response signals when playing games.
Not valid in TV mode
To display a continuous record of time spent using Game Mode, set
Playing Time Display.
Film Cadence Mode
(Auto / On / Off)
Improves vertical resolution for movie images.
This function is available for interlaced signals (except in the mode of multi window, Network services or when Game Mode is set to On).
1080p Pure Direct
(On / Off)
Reproduces the original image quality in detail for 1080p (HDMI) input signal.
Not valid in the following conditions:
– Multi window
Viewing Mode is set to Dolby Vision Vivid, Dolby Vision Bright or Dolby
Vision Dark.
1080p Pixel by 4pixels is set to On.
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4K Pure Direct
(On / Off)
Reproduces the original image quality in detail for 4K (HDMI) input signal.
Not valid in the following conditions:
– Multi window
Viewing Mode is set to Dolby Vision Vivid, Dolby Vision Bright or Dolby
Vision Dark.
1080p Pixel by 4pixels
(On / Off)
Displays like pixel by pixel to make the image sharper for 1080p signal.
For HDMI
Not all image may be displayed as pixel by pixel precisely.
Not valid in the following conditions:
– Multi window
Viewing Mode is set to Dolby Vision Vivid, Dolby Vision Bright or Dolby
Vision Dark.
HDMI Content Type
(Graphics / Photos / Auto / Off)
Adjusts the picture settings of each HDMI input according to the selected content type.
Auto:
Automatically adjusts the picture settings according to the received HDMI content if the connected equipment supports HDMI Content Type.
To set the availability of each content type for Auto mode, select Auto
Detail Setting.
For HDMI
Not valid when Viewing Mode is set to Professional Photo, Dolby Vision
Vivid, Dolby Vision Bright or Dolby Vision Dark
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HDMI EOTF Type
(Auto / Traditional gamma / HLG / PQ)
Selects the EOTF type for each HDMI input. Set to Auto for general use.
For HDMI
Not valid when Viewing Mode is set to Dolby Vision Vivid, Dolby Vision
Bright or Dolby Vision Dark
HDMI Colorimetry Type
(Auto / Rec. 601 / Rec. 709 / Rec. 2020)
Selects the colourimetry type for each HDMI input.
For HDMI
Not valid when Viewing Mode is set to Dolby Vision Vivid, Dolby Vision
Bright or Dolby Vision Dark
HDMI RGB Range
(Auto / Full / Normal)
Adjusts the black level of the image for each HDMI input.
When the black level is not suitable, select Full.
For HDMI
Not valid when Viewing Mode is set to Dolby Vision Vivid, Dolby Vision
Bright or Dolby Vision Dark
HDMI YCbCr Range
(Full / Normal)
Adjusts the black level of the image in the YCbCr signal for each HDMI input.
For HDMI
Not valid when Viewing Mode is set to Dolby Vision Vivid, Dolby Vision
Bright or Dolby Vision Dark
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EOTF Type
(Auto / Traditional gamma / HLG / PQ)
Selects the EOTF type of broadcast or video content.
It works correctly only when the signal corresponds the each EOTF type. Set to Auto for general use.
Automatically switches to Auto for broadcast each time another input / channel is selected.
For Digital TV, video content
Not valid when Viewing Mode is set to Dolby Vision Vivid, Dolby Vision
Bright or Dolby Vision Dark
3D-COMB
(On / Off)
Makes still or slow moving pictures more vivid.
Occasionally, while viewing still or slow moving pictures, colour patterning may be seen. Set to On to display sharper and more accurate colours.
For PAL / NTSC signal reception in TV mode or from composite connection
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Screen Settings

Some features are not available on all models. Available menu items are displayed on your TV screen.
1. Display the menu with MENU.
2. Select Picture > Screen Settings and press OK to access.
3. Select one of the following items and press OK to access.
16:9 Overscan / Zoom Adjustments / Screen Display / Pixel Orbiter / Logo Luminance Control / Panel Maintenance / Panel Maintenance Message
4. Set the item and press OK to store.
16:9 Overscan
(On / Off)
Selects the screen area displaying the image for 16:9 aspect.
On:
Enlarges the image to hide the edge of the image.
Off:
Displays the image in the original size.
Set to On if noise occurs on the edge of the screen.
This function can be memorised for SD (Standard definition) and HD (High definition) signals respectively.
Not valid in the following conditions:
– Photo content
Game Mode is set to On.
– 4K content
1080p Pixel by 4pixels is set to On.
1080p Pure Direct is set to On.
4K Pure Direct is set to On.
– Multi window
Zoom Adjustments
Adjusts the vertical position and size when aspect is set to Zoom.
Not valid in the following conditions:
– 4K content
– Multi window
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Screen Display
(On / Off)
Turns the screen off when you select Off.
This function is effective in reducing power consumption when listening to the sound without watching the TV screen.
Press any buttons (except Standby On / Off switch) to turn the screen on.
Pixel Orbiter
(On / Off)
Sets the pixel shifting of the image to prevent panel “image retention”.
Logo Luminance Control
(Max / Mid / Min)
Adjusts the luminance level of the displayed logo to prevent panel “image retention”.
Panel Maintenance
Turns the screen off and perform the maintenance to prevent the panel “image retention”.
It takes approx. 80 minutes to finish the maintenance.
LED turns to orange during adjustment of the panel.
To cancel the maintenance, turn the TV on while the maintenance is in progress.
A white horizontal line appears on the screen for a while to adjust the panel. This is not a malfunction.
Completion message will be displayed when turning the TV on after panel maintenance.
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Panel Maintenance Message
(On / Off)
Enables to display the regular panel maintenance notification.
On:
The message automatically displays for maintenance when the TV is turned off with Standby On / Off switch of the TV’s remote control after watching for a certain period of time.
Off:
The message does not display. Select Panel Maintenance and perform the panel maintenance manually. (see above)
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Lock Settings

Only for the OLED TV
Locks the settings of Professional1 / 2 for each input.
Select Professional1 / Professional2 in Viewing Mode in advance.
Watching > For best picture > Viewing Mode
1. Display the menu with MENU.
2. Select Picture > Lock Settings and press OK to access.
3. Enter the PIN number (4 digits) with Numeric buttons.
Enter the PIN number twice at first setting.
Make a note of the PIN number in case you forget it.
4. Select Adjustment Lock and press OK to access.
5. Select On and press OK to set.
The following items can be locked.
Luminance Level / Contrast / Brightness / Colour / Tint / Sharpness / Colour Temperature / Vivid Colour / Resolution Remaster / Dynamic Range Remaster / Advanced Settings / Reset Picture Defaults
■ To change the PIN number
1. Select Change PIN and press OK to access.
2. Enter a new PIN number twice with Numeric buttons.
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Copy Adjustment

Some features are not available on all models. Available menu items are displayed on your TV screen.
Copies the picture settings of True Cinema, Custom, Professional1,
Professional2, Dolby Vision Bright or Dolby Vision Dark to those of the other
input mode or Viewing Mode.
1. Display the menu with MENU.
2. Select Picture > Copy Adjustment > Destination Viewing Mode /
Destination Input and press OK to access.
3. Select the destination to copy to and press OK to set.
4. Select Copy Start and press OK to copy.
5. When a confirmation screen is displayed, select Yes and press OK to set.
= Note =
Option Settings and Screen Settings are not copied.
You cannot copy to the locked mode.
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For best audio

Sound mode

1. Display the menu with MENU.
2. Select Sound > Mode and press OK to access.
3. Select the mode and press OK to set.
Mode
(Standard / Music / Speech / Stadium / User)
Selects your favourite sound mode for each input.
Standard:
Provides the suitable sound quality for all types of scenes.
Music:
Improves sound quality for watching music videos, etc.
Speech:
Improves sound quality for watching news, drama, etc.
Stadium:
Improves sound quality for watching sports, etc.
User:
Adjusts the sounds manually using the equaliser to suit your favourite sound quality.
The following items can be adjusted and stored for each mode.
Bass / Treble / Surround / Bass Boost
For the User mode, Equaliser is available in the Sound Menu instead of
Bass and Treble. Select Equaliser and adjust the frequency.
Watching > For best audio > Basic settings
This function is effective only for the sound from TV speakers.
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Basic settings

Some features are not available on all models. Available menu items are displayed on your TV screen.
1. Display the menu with MENU.
2. Select Sound and press OK to access.
3. Select one of the following items and press OK to access.
Bass / Treble / Equaliser / Balance / Dolby Atmos / Sound Field Creation / Surround / Bass Boost
4. Set the item and press OK to store.
Bass
Adjusts level to enhance or minimise lower, deeper sound output.
Treble
Adjusts level to enhance or minimise sharper, higher sound output.
Equaliser
Adjusts the frequency level to suit your favourite sound quality.
This function is available when Mode is set to User.
Select the frequency and adjust the frequency level.
To enhance the bass sound, raise the level of the lower frequency. To enhance the treble sound, raise the level of the higher frequency.
To reset the levels of each frequency to the default settings, select Reset
Equaliser Settings and press OK.
This function is effective only for the sound from TV speakers.
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Balance
Adjusts the volume level of speakers.
L/R:
Adjusts the volume level of Front Left, Upward-firing Left speakers and Front Right, Upward-firing Right speakers.
Center:
Adjusts the volume level of centre speaker and other speakers.
Up/Down:
Adjusts the volume level of Upward-firing speakers and others.
Reset to Defaults:
Resets Balance to the default settings.
Dolby Atmos
(On / Off)
Provides the precise sound of Dolby Atmos when playing Dolby Atmos content. Set to On for general use.
Sound Field Creation
(Standard / Studio / Theater / Stadium / Direct Through)
Selects your favourite sound field setting.
Surround
(Dolby Surround / Cinema Surround Pro / Cinema Surround / Stadium
Surround / Off)
Selects surround sound settings.
Dolby Surround:
Provides a surround sound just like the Dolby Atmos content for all input.
Cinema Surround Pro:
Provides a more progressive sound for watching a film by improving spatial effects.
Cinema Surround:
Provides a suitable sound for watching a film by improving spatial effects.
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Stadium Surround:
Provides a dynamic sound for watching sports by improving spatial effects.
This function is effective only for the sound from TV speakers.
Not valid for Dolby Atmos content
Bass Boost
(On / Off)
Enhances the effect of bass sounds.
This function is effective only for the sound from TV speakers.
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Volume settings

Some features are not available on all models. Available menu items are displayed on your TV screen.
1. Display the menu with MENU.
2. Select Sound and press OK to access.
3. Select one of the following items and press OK to access.
Speaker Selection / TV Speaker Setting / Auto Gain Control / Volume Correction / Clear Sound Adjustment / Dialogue Enhancement / Space Tune Setting
4. Set the item and press OK to store.
Speaker Selection
(TV / Home Cinema)
Enables controlling the theatre speaker with this TV’s remote control by pointing at the TV’s signal receiver.
TV:
TV speakers are active.
Home Cinema:
The sound is delivered from theatre speakers. Player theatre, Blu­ray Disc theatre or Amplifier will be automatically turned on if it is in Standby mode.
The sound of TV speakers is mute. When the equipment is turned off, TV speakers will be activated.
You can use Volume Up / Down and MUTE.
This function is available when the theatre speakers supporting VIERA Link function is connected to this TV.
TV Speaker Setting
(TV Speaker / Headphone / Off)
Selects the sound output to adjust the volume.
Sound from TV speaker turns off when Headphone or Off is selected.
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Auto Gain Control
(On / Off)
Automatically regulates large sound level differences between channels and inputs.
Volume Correction
Adjusts the volume of each individual channel or input mode.
Clear Sound Adjustment
(On / Off)
If the sound from TV speakers is unclear due to installation environment, On is recommended.
This function is effective only for the sound from TV speakers.
Dialogue Enhancement
(On / Off)
Enhances the intelligibility of dialogue and commentary.
Space Tune Setting
Adjusts the sound quality automatically according to the installation location or room condition.
Space Tune
(On / Off)
Enables the sound setting which has been adjusted by Space Tune
Adjustment.
Space Tune Adjustment
Adjusts the sound setting with the Space Tune function.
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Headphone terminal output setting

Some features are not available on all models. Available menu items are displayed on your TV screen.
1. Display the menu with MENU.
2. Select Sound and press OK to access.
3. Select one of the following items and press OK to access.
Headphone Terminal Output / Headphone Volume / Sub Woofer Adjustment
4. Set the item and press OK to store.
Headphone Terminal Output
(Headphone / Sub Woofer)
Selects the sound output from the headphone terminal.
Headphone:
The sound outputs for using headphones.
Sub Woofer:
The sound outputs for using sub woofer.
= Note =
Normally set Headphone Terminal Output to Headphone.
When Headphone Terminal Output is set to Sub Woofer, the headphones cannot be used properly because only the low-frequency sounds are output.
The volume of the sub woofer can be also controlled when adjusting the volume of this unit with this TV’s remote control.
Headphone Volume
Adjusts the volume of headphones.
Sub Woofer Adjustment
Adjusts the sound output of sub woofer.
Sub Woofer Volume:
Adjusts the volume of sub woofer.
Confirm the actual sound volume from this TV and sub woofer and adjust the volume.
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Cut Off Frequency:
Adjusts the cut-off frequency of sub woofer signal output.
The frequency output to the sub woofer is less than the set cut-off frequency.
The frequency can be adjusted from 100 Hz to 400 Hz.
Confirm the actual sound volume from this TV and sub woofer and adjust the volume.
Reset Sound Defaults:
Resets Sub Woofer Adjustment to the default settings.
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Voice Guidance Settings

1. Display the menu with MENU.
2. Select Sound > Voice Guidance Settings and press OK to access.
3. Select one of the following items and press OK to access.
Voice Guidance / Speed / Volume / Language / User Level / Web Browser
4. Set the item and press OK to store.
Voice Guidance
(On / Off)
Set to On to enable voice guidance of the basic features (on-screen messages, etc.) for visually impaired users.
Not valid in multi window mode
Speed
(Fast / Normal / Slow)
Selects the readout speed for the voice guidance.
Volume
(Max / Mid / Min)
Selects the volume for the voice guidance.
Language
Changes language for the voice guidance.
User Level
(Beginner / Expert)
Selects the level of verbosity for the voice guidance.
Web Browser
(On / Off)
Set to On to enable voice guidance of the network content in web browser function.
= Note =
Voice guidance function may not correspond exactly.
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Audio Description

1. Display the menu with MENU.
2. Select Sound > Audio Description and press OK to access.
3. Select one of the following items and press OK to access.
Audio Description / Volume
4. Set the item and press OK to store.
For Digital TV
Audio Description
(On / Off)
Narration settings for visually impaired users
Set to On to activate the narration sound track when available from broadcast.
The availability of audio description sound track is indicated by AD in the information banner.
Not valid in multi window mode
Volume
Adjusts the volume for Audio Description.
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