Panasonic N2QAYB000221, TC-37LZ85 User Manual

Operating Instructions 37” Class 1080p LCD HDTV

(37.0 inches measured diagonally)

Manual de instrucciones Television de alta definición de 1080p y clase 37” de LCD

(37,0 pulgadas medidas diagonalmente)

Model No. TC-37LZ85

Número de modelo

English

Español

Quick Start Guide

(See page 6-14)

Guía de inicio rápido

(vea la página 6-14)

For assistance (U.S.A.), please call:

1-800-211-PANA (7262)

or visit us at www.panasonic.com/contactinfo

For assistance (Puerto Rico), please call:

787-750-4300

or visit us at www.panasonic.com

For assistance (Canada), please call:

1-866-330-0014

or visit us at www.vieraconcierge.ca

Para solicitar ayuda (EE.UU.), llame al:

1-800-211-PANA (7262)

ó visítenos en www.panasonic.com/contactinfo

Para solicitar ayuda (Puerto Rico), llame al:

787-750-4300

ó visítenos en www.panasonic.com

Please read these instructions before operating your set and retain them for future reference. The images shown in this manual are for illustrative purposes only.

Lea estas instrucciones antes de utilizar su televisor y guárdelas para consultarlas en el futuro.	TQB2AA0775
Las imágenes mostradas en este manual tienen solamente fines ilustrativos.

Turn your own living room into a movie theater!

Experience an amazing level of multimedia excitement

									HDAVI Control™
SDHC Logo is a trademark.	GalleryPlayer and the								HDAVI Control™ is a trademark of Matsushita Electric Industrial Co., Ltd.
	GalleryPlayer Logo are
	trademarks of GalleryPlayer, Inc.

	HDMI, the HDMI logo and High-Definition Multimedia Interface are			VIERA Link™ is a trademark of Matsushita Electric Industrial Co., Ltd.
	trademarks or registered trademarks of HDMI Licensing LLC.

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Enjoy rich multimedia

SD memory card

Camcorder

Set Top Box

VCR
Amplifier
Home theater
system	DVD player/
DVD recorder/
Blu-ray Disc	Blu-ray Disc
recorder	player

Manufactured under license from Dolby Laboratories. DOLBY and the double-D symbol are

trademarks of Dolby Laboratories.

EZ Sync™

EZ Sync™ is a trademark of Matsushita Electric Industrial Co., Ltd.

Contents

Please read before using the unit

Safety Precautions ······································· 4

Quick Start Guide

Accessories/Optional Accessory ····· 6

Basic Connection····························· 8

Identifying Controls························ 12 First Time Setup ···························· 13

Enjoy your TV!

Basic Features

Watching TV ··············································· 15

Viewing from SD Card································ 18 Watching Videos and DVDs ······················· 20

Advanced Features

How to Use Menu Functions

(picture, sound quality, etc.) ······················· 22 VIERA LinkTM “HDAVI ControlTM” ················ 26 Lock···························································· 30 Editing and Setting Channels ····················· 32 Closed Caption··········································· 34 Input Labels················································ 35 Using Timer ················································ 36 Recommended AV Connections················· 37

FAQs, etc.

Ratings List for Lock··································· 39

Technical Information ································· 40

Care and Cleaning ····································· 43

FAQ ···························································· 44

Specifications ············································· 46

Limited Warranty (for U.S.A.) ····················· 47

Customer Services Directory (for U. S. A.)··· 48 Limited Warranty (for Canada) ··················· 49

Start Quick

Guide

Viewing

Advanced

.etc FAQs,

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Safety Precautions

CAUTION

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 arrowhead within a triangle is intended to tell the user that parts inside the product are a risk of electric shock to persons.

The exclamation point within a triangle is intended to tell the user that important operating and servicing instructions are in the papers with the appliance.

Note to CATV System Installer

This reminder is provided to direct the CATV system installer’s attention to Article 820-40 of the NEC that provides guidelines for proper grounding and, in particular, specifies that the cable ground shall be connected to the grounding system of the building, as close to the point of cable entry as practical.

Secure Ventilation

Slots and openings in the cabinet and the back or bottom are provided for ventilation, and to ensure reliable operation of the LCD TV and to protect it from overheating. These openings must not be blocked or covered. There should be at least 10 cm of space from these openings. The openings should never be blocked by placing the LCD TV on a bed, sofa, rug or other similar surface. This LCD TV should not be placed in a built-in installation such as a bookcase unless proper ventilation is provided.

Important Safety Instructions

1)Read these instructions.

2)Keep these instructions.

3)Heed all warnings.

4)Follow all instructions.

5)Do not use this apparatus near water.

6)Clean only with dry cloth.

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

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

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

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

11)Only use attachments / accessories specified by the manufacturer.

12) Use only with the cart, stand, tripod, bracket, or table specified by the manufacturer, or sold with the apparatus. When a cart is used, use caution when moving the cart / apparatus combination to avoid injury from tip-over.

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

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

15)Operate only from the type of power source indicated on the marking label. If you are not sure of the type of power supplied to your home consult your television dealer or local power company.

16)Follow all warnings and instructions marked on the LCD TV.

17)Never push objects of any kind into this LCD TV through cabinet slots as they may touch dangerous voltage points or short out parts that could result in a fire or electric shock. Never spill liquid of any kind on the LCD TV.

18)If an outside antenna is connected to the television equipment, be sure the antenna system is grounded so as to provide some protection against voltage surges and built up static charges.

In the U.S. Section 810-21 of the National Electrical Code provides information with respect to proper grounding of the mast and supporting structure, grounding of the lead-in wire to an antenna discharge unit, size of grounding conductors, location of antenna discharge unit, connection to grounding electrodes, and requirements for the grounding electrode.

EXAMPLE OF ANTENNA GROUNDING AS PER (NEC) NATIONAL

ELECTRICAL	ANTENNA
CODE	LEAD-IN WIRE
GROUND CLAMP
	ANTENNA
ELECTRIC	DISCHARGE UNIT
	(NEC SECTION 810-20)
SERVICE
EQUIPMENT	GROUNDING
	CONDUCTORS
	(NEC SECTION 810-21)
	GROUND CLAMPS
	POWER SERVICE GROUNDING
	ELECTRODE SYSTEM
	(NEC ART 250, PART H)

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19)An outside antenna system should not be located in the vicinity of overhead power lines, other electric light, power circuits, or where it can fall into such power lines or circuits. When installing an outside antenna system, extreme care should be taken to keep from touching such power lines or circuits as contact with them might be fatal.

20)Unplug this LCD TV from the wall outlet and refer servicing to qualified service personnel under the following conditions:

a.When the power cord or plug is damaged or frayed.

b.If liquid has been spilled into the LCD TV.

c.If the LCD TV has been exposed to rain or water.

d.If the LCD TV does not operate normally by following the operating instructions.

Adjust only those controls that are covered by the operating instructions as improper adjustment of other controls may result in damage and will often require extensive work by a qualified technician to restore the LCD TV to normal operation.

e.If the LCD TV has been dropped or the cabinet has been damaged.

f.When the LCD TV exhibits a distinct change in performance - this indicates a need for service.

21)When replacement parts are required, be sure the service technician uses replacement parts specified by the manufacturer that have the same characteristics as the original parts. Unauthorized substitutions may result in fire, electric shock, or other hazards.

22)WARNING: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE OR ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS APPARATUS TO RAIN,

MOISTURE, DRIPPING OR SPLASHING.

DO NOT PLACE LIQUID CONTAINERS (FLOWER VASES, CUPS, COSMETICS, ETC.) ABOVE THE SET (INCLUDING ON SHELVES ABOVE, ETC.).

23) WARNING: SMALL PARTS CAN PRESENT CHOKING HAZARD IF ACCIDENTALLY SWALLOWED. KEEP SMALL

PARTS AWAY FROM YOUNG CHILDREN.

DISCARD UNNEEDED SMALL PARTS AND OTHER OBJECTS, INCLUDING PACKAGING MATERIALS AND PLASTIC BAGS/SHEETS TO PREVENT THEM FROM BEING PLAYED WITH BY YOUNG CHILDREN, CREATING THE POTENTIAL RISK OF SUFFOCATION.

24) CAUTION: TO PREVENT ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT USE THIS PLUG WITH A RECEPTACLE OR OTHER OUTLET

UNLESS THE BLADES CAN BE FULLY INSERTED TO PREVENT BLADE EXPOSURE.

25)CAUTION: USE WITH OTHER STAND MAY RESULT IN INSTABILITY POSSIBLY CAUSING INJURY.

26)CAUTION: DANGER OF EXPLOSION IF BATTERY IS INCORRECTLY REPLACED. REPLACE ONLY WITH THE SAME

OR EQUIVALENT TYPE.

27) CAUTION: This LCD TV is for use only with the following optional accessory. Use with any other type of optional accessories may cause instability which could result in the possibility of injury.

(All of the following accessories are manufactured by Matsushita Electric Industrial Co., Ltd.)

•Wall-hanging bracket (Vertical): TY-WK32LR2W

Always be sure to ask a qualified technician to carry out set-up.

NOTE: This equipment is designed to operate in North America and other countries where the broadcasting system and AC house current are exactly the same as in North America.

FCC STATEMENT

This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a TV Broadcast Receiver, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause or receive interference, which can be determined by turning equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures:

Reorient or relocate the TV antenna.

Increase the separation between TV and other equipment.

Connect TV into separate outlet from other equipment.

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

FCC Caution:	Any changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the
	user’s authority to operate this equipment.

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Accessories/Optional Accessory

Accessories

Check you have all the items shown.

Accessories

Remote Control

Transmitter

N2QAYB000221

Batteries for the	Cleaning cloth	Operating Instructions
Remote Control		Notice sheet (Demo mode)
Transmitter (2)
AA Battery		Quick Setup Guide
		(For viewing HD Programming)

Product Registration Card

(U. S. A)

Customer Care Plan Card

(U. S. A)

Optional Accessory

Wall-hanging bracket

(vertical)

TY-WK32LR2W

Please contact your nearest Panasonic dealer to purchase the recommended wall-hanging bracket. For additional details, please refer to the wall-hanging bracket installation manual.

Installing the remote’s batteries

Open

Close

Hook

Note the correct polarity (+ or -).

Caution

Incorrect installation may cause battery leakage and corrosion, resulting in damage to the remote control.

•Do not mix old and new batteries.

•Do not mix different battery types (such as alkaline and manganese batteries).

•Do not use rechargeable (Ni-Cd) batteries.

Do not burn or break batteries.

Location

Place the TV at a comfortable distance for viewing. Avoid placing it where sunlight or other bright light (including reflections) will fall on the screen.

Use of some types of fluorescent lighting can reduce remote control transmitter range.

Adequate ventilation is essential to prevent an internal component failure. Keep away from areas of excessive heat or moisture.

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Preparation for Wall-hanging

Before mounting the TV on the wall, you must remove the TV-Stand from the TV. Follow the steps below:

1	Disconnect all the cables from the TV.
2	Remove the TV-Stand.	A

A Remove four screws

B Pull out the TV-Stand

B

Foam mat or thick soft cloth

A

WARNING

Failure to use a Panasonic bracket or choosing to mount the unit yourself will be done at the risk of the consumer. Any damage resulting from not having a professional installer mount the unit will void your unit’s warranty. Always be sure to ask a qualified technician to carry out set-up.

Incorrect fitting may cause equipment to fall, resulting in injury and product damage.

Do not mount this LCD Television directly below ceiling lights (such as spotlights, floodlights, or halogen lights) which typically give off high heat. Doing so may warp or damage plastic cabinet parts.

Reference of connection

Antenna terminal

Firmly tighten by hand.

Pin terminals	HDMI terminal
red blue green
green
Match colors of plugs and	Insert firmly.
terminals.
Insert firmly.

Accessory Accessories/Optional StartGuideQuick

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Basic Connection

Example 1

TV

Connecting Antenna (To watch TV)

							VHF/UHF Antenna
VHF/UHF Antenna							• NTSC (National Television System Committee):
							Conventional broadcasting
							• ATSC (Advanced Television Systems Committee):
Cable TV
							Digital TV Standards include digital high-definition television
							(HDTV), standard-definition television (SDTV), data broadcasting,
							multi-channel surround-sound audio and interactive television.

To connect the antenna terminal and Cable Box

VHF/UHF Antenna	AC 120 V
	60 Hz
Cable TV or	Power Cord
	(Connect after all the
	other connections.)
	Back of the TV

Antenna

terminal

IO

ANTENNA

Cable In

Cable In

(If no Cable Box)

or

ANT IN ANT OUT

Cable Box

Note

Cable Box/Cable

•You need to subscribe to a cable TV service to enjoy viewing their programming.

•You can enjoy high-definition programming by subscribing to a highdefinition cable service.

The connection for high-definition can be done with the use of HDMI or Component Video cable.

•If using a Cable Box set the TV channel to CH3 or CH4 for regular cable.

•To view high-definition programming select the correct video input.

All cables and external equipment shown in this book are not supplied with the TV.

For the details of the external equipment’s connections, please refer to the operating manuals for the equipment. For additional assistance, visit us at: www.panasonic.com

www.panasonic.ca

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Example 2	Connecting DVD recorder (VCR) (To record/playback)
TV	AV Equipment		DVD Recorder
		VHF/UHF Antenna	If this source has higher resolution through interlace
	(e.g. DVD Recorder		or progressive signal, connection can be done with
	or VCR)		the use of Component Video or HDMI cable.
			VCR
			Connection can be done with the use of an RF
			cable and Composite Video/S Video cable.

To connect the antenna terminal and DVD recorder or VCR

VHF/UHF Antenna

AV IN

HDMI 1

HDMI 2

A

AC 120 V

60 Hz

					Power Cord
		Back of the TV
DIGITAL					Antenna
AUDIO OUT					C terminal
				B	S VIDEO
		Y		Y	VIDEO
AUDIO	AUDIO		AUDIO		AUDIO
	L
		PB	L	PB
L					L
					ANTENNA
					Cable In
R	R	PR	R	PR	Cable In
					R
PROG OUT COMPONENT IN 1			COMPONENT IN 2 VIDEO IN 1

Manufactured under license from Dolby Laboratories. D

Fabriqué sous licence de Dolby Laboratories.

Fabricado bajo licencia de Dolby Laboratories.

ANT IN ANT OUT	Connecting TV and AV equipment
	Please refer to A - D on p. 11

AV Equipment

(e.g. DVD Recorder or VCR) (with TV tuner)

VCR) or RecorderTV) +DVD(Antenna+ (TV Connection Basic StartGuideQuick

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Basic Connection (Continued)

Example 3 Connecting DVD recorder (VCR) and satellite receiver

TV	Satellite
DVD Recorder	Receiver
or
VCR

VHF/UHF Antenna

You can enjoy high-definition programming by subscribing to high-definition satellite service. Connection can be done with the use of HDMI or Component Video cable.

To connect the antenna terminal and Satellite Receiver and DVD recorder or VCR

VHF/UHF Antenna	AC 120 V
	60 Hz

Power Cord

AV IN

HDMI 1

HDMI 2

A

ANT IN

ANT IN

ANT OUT

Back of the TV

DIGITAL					C
AUDIO OUT
				B	S VIDEO	Antenna
						terminal
		Y		Y	VIDEO
AUDIO	AUDIO		AUDIO		AUDIO
	L
		PB	L	PB
L					L
						ANTENNA
						Cable In
R	R	PR	R	PR		Cable In
					R
PROG OUT COMPONENT IN 1			COMPONENT IN 2 VIDEO IN 1

Manufactured under license from Dolby Laboratories. D

Fabriqué sous licence de Dolby Laboratories.

Fabricado bajo licencia de Dolby Laboratories.

Connecting TV and AV equipment

Please refer to A - D on p. 11.

Satellite Receiver	DVD Recorder or VCR
	(with TV tuner)

Note

For details of external equipment connections, please refer to the operating manuals for the equipment.

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			AV cable connections
	A To use HDMI terminals
		AV IN					AV Equipment
		HDMI 1				HDMI
						AV OUT	e.g. DVD Recorder
		HDMI 2
High	Connecting to HDMI terminals will enable you to enjoy high-definition digital images and high-quality
	sound.
	For “VIERA LinkTM connections”, please refer to p. 38.
-	B	To use COMPONENT terminals
Definition
	R	PR	blue	blue	blue
		Y	green	green	Y
	L	PB			green
	AUDIO
					PB	COMPONENT
						VIDEO OUT
			red		PR		AV Equipment
	COMPONENT IN 2			red	red
					L		e.g. DVD Recorder
			white	white		AUDIO
					whiteR
						OUT
			red	red	red

Recorders may also be connected to COMPOSITE or S VIDEO terminals. (see below)

C To use S VIDEO terminals

VIDEO

S VIDEO

AV Equipment

S

OUT

e.g. DVD Recorder

Standard

VIDEO

white

AUDIO

or

L

D

To use COMPOSITE terminals

L

AUDIO

white

white

R

R

OUT

VIDEO IN 1

red

red

red

e.g. VCR

-

Definition

white

white

white

OUT

S VIDEO

AV Equipment

VIDEO

yellow

yellow

e.g. DVD Recorder

AUDIO

yellow

L

L

COMPOSITE

or

R

R

red

red

red

e.g. VCR

VIDEO IN 1

The S Video input will override the composite video signal when S Video cable is connected. Connect either S Video or Video cable.

Connecting to S VIDEO terminals will enable you to enjoy greater picture quality than using Composite terminals.

Note

Some programs contain a copyright protection signal to prevent recording.

When the copyright protection program is displayed, do not connect the other TV monitor through a VCR. Video signals fed through VCRs may be affected by copyright protection systems and the picture will be distorted on the other TV monitor. For the details of the external equipment’s connections, please refer to the operating manuals for the equipment.

Receiver) Satellite + VCR orconnections)Recorder DVDcable+ (TV(AV Connection Basic StartGuideQuick

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Identifying Controls

TV controls/indicators

Front of the TV

POWER button

Selects channels in sequence

Menu navigations

Volume up/down

Changes the input mode

Demonstrates picture quality in vivid mode. (Press any key to cancel the demo.)

Power indicator (on: red, off: no light)

Remote control sensor

Within about 23 feet (7 meters) in front of the TV set.

Note

The TV consumes a limited amount of power as long as the power cord is inserted into the wall outlet.

Remote controls

Switches TV On or Off (Standby) Viewing from SD Card (p. 18-19)

Changes the input mode (p. 20)

SUB

MENU

Displays Sub Menu (p. 16, 24)

Colored buttons

(used for various functions) (for example p. 18, 28)

Channel up/down

Changes aspect ratio (p. 16)

Operates the Favorite channel list function. (p. 17)

Switches to previously viewed channel or input modes.

VIERA Link menu (p. 28-29)

Selects Audio Mode for TV viewing (p. 16)

Displays Main Menu (p. 22) Exits from menu screen

Selects/OK/Change

Returns to previous menu

Volume up/down

Displays or removes the channel banner (p. 16)

Sound mute On/Off

Numeric keypad to select any channel (p. 15) or press to enter

-alphanumeric input in menus. (p. 20, 30, 32)

Direct channel access for DTV and

DBS (p. 15)

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First Time Setup

“First time setup” is displayed only when the TV is turned on for the first time after the power cord is inserted into a wall outlet and when “Auto power on” (p. 24-25) is set to “No”.

or

■Press to exit from a menu screen

■Press to return to the previous screen

Turn the TV On with the POWER button

or

(TV)

(Remote)

Be sure to select “Home” (Normal display mode)

Select your viewing environment		select
Home	Store

ok

This setting will be skipped next time.

If you select “Store”, “First time setup” will not be displayed.

In case you select “Store” by mistake, unplug the TV and plug it again. Then, set to “Home” next time.

This selection screen is displayed when “Store” is selected.

Select your language

First time setup

Language	next
Clock
Auto program

Language

Language	English	select
English	Español	Français

Go back to previous screen.

Adjust the clock

Note	First time setup										next
	Language
To change setting
	Clock										select
(Language/Clock/
	Auto program
Auto program) later,
go to Menu screen
(p. 24)	Clock
	Year					2008					set
	Month					1					select item
	Day					7
	Hour					10 AM
	Minute					10

Year: Select the year Month: Select the month Day: Select the day Hour: Adjust the hour Minute: Adjust the minute

Go back to previous screen.

Setup Time First Start Quick

Controls Identifying Guide

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First Time Setup (Continued)

■Press to exit from a menu screen

Auto channel setup

Select “Auto program”

	First time setup	next
	Language
	Clock	select
	Auto program

Select “ANT in”

Program channel		set	ANT in
			Cable: Cable TV
ANT in
	Cable
			Antenna: Antenna

Auto	select

	Select “Auto”
	Program channel		next
	ANT in	Cable

Auto	select

Select scanning mode (ALL channels/Analog only/Digital only)

	Auto program	ok
	All channels
	Analog only	select
	Digital only

					Start scanning the channels
	Auto program
	progress			8%	Available channels (analog/digital) are automatically set.
	Number of analog channels			10	All channels: Scans digital and analog channels
	Number of digital channels			0
	Press RETURN to quit.				Analog only: Scans Analog channels only
			RETURN		Digital only: Scans Digital channels only

Confirm registered channels

rogram	Cancel		select “Apply”
Apply
aption	Favorite	Add
.	...	Yes	ok
.	...	Yes
.	...	Yes

If OK is not pressed after selecting “Apply”, the channels will not be saved. The channel will be saved when no operation is performed for 60 seconds and the “Manual program” menu will also exit automatically.

If you perform scanning more than twice, previously saved channels are erased.

Note

About broadcasting systems

Analog (NTSC): Conventional broadcasting

Digital (ATSC): New programming that allows you to view more channels featuring high-quality video and sound

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Watching TV

Connect the TV to a cable box/cable, set-top-box, satellite box, or antenna cable (p. 8-11)

To watch TV and other functions

Turn power on

or

(TV)

Note

If the mode is not TV, press and select TV. (p. 20)

Select a channel number

up

or

down

(TV)

■To directly input the digital channel number

When tuning to a digital channel, press the button to enter the minor number in a compound channel number.

example: CH15-1:

Note

Reselect “Cable” or “Antenna” in “ANT in” of “Program channel” to switch the signal reception between cable TV and antenna. (p. 14, 33)

The channel number and volume level remain the same even after the TV is turned off.

Start Quick

Guide

TV Watching Viewing

Setup Time First

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