Panasonic TC-23LX60, TC-26LX60C, TC-26LX60L, TC-32LX60C, TC-32LX60L Operating Instruction

Operating Instructions

LCD Television

Manual de instrucciones

Televisor LCD

Model No.

Número de modelo

TC-23LX60 TC-26LX60C TC-26LX60L TC-32LX60C TC-32LX60L

English

Español

For assistance, please call : 1-800-211-PANA (7262)

or contact us at www.panasonic.com/contactinfo (U.S.A.)

For assistance, please call : 787-750-4300

or visit us at www.panasonic.com (Puerto Rico)

For assistance, please call : 1-800-561-5505

or visit us at www.panasonic.ca (Canada)

Para solicitar ayuda, llame al: 1-800-211-PANA (7262)

o visítenos en www.panasonic.com/contactinfo (EE.UU.)

Para solicitar ayuda, llame al: 787-750-4300

o visítenos en www.panasonic.com (Puerto Rico)

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.

Las imágenes mostradas en este manual tienen solamente fines ilustrativos.

TQB2AA0662

Turn your own living room into a movie theater!

Experience an amazing level of multi-media excitement

HDMI, the HDMI logo and High-Definition Multimedia Interface

are trademarks

or registered trademarks of HDMI Licensing LLC.

HDAVI Control™

HDAVI Control™ is a trademark of

Matsushita Electric Industrial Co., Ltd.

Contents

Enjoy rich multi-media

Amplifier Home theater unit

Camcorder

Set Top Box

DVD recorder

VCR DVD player

Be Sure to Read

Important Safety Instructions ······················· 4

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Accessories/Option ························· 6

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Connection ····························· 8

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Identifying Controls ························· 9

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Enjoy your TV !

Basic Features

Watching TV ··············································· 10

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Watching Videos and DVDs ······················· 11

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Advanced Features

Quick Start Guide

Viewing Advanced FAQs, etc.

How to Use Menu Functions

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(picture, sound quality, etc.) ······················· 12 Input Labels/Closed Caption ····················· 14

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Editing and Setting Channels ···················· 15

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Lock ··························································· 16

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Operating Peripheral Equipment ··············· 18

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Control with HDMI “HDAVI Control™” ······· 19

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Recommended AV connections ················· 20

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FAQs, etc.

Remote Control Operation/Code List ········· 22

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Ratings List for Channel Lock ···················· 25

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Technical Information ·································26

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Maintenance ·············································· 28

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FAQ ···························································· 28

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Specifications ············································· 30

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Limited Warranty (for U.S.A.) ····················· 31

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Customer Services Directory (for U. S. A.)

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Limited Warranty (for Canada) ··················· 33

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Customer Services Directory (for Canada)

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Important Safety Instructions

The lightning flash with arrow head within a triangle

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.

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 for LCD TV

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.

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 tele vision equipment, be sure the antenna system is grounded so as to provide some protection against voltage surges and built up static charg es. 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 CODE

GROUND CLAMP

ELECTRIC SERVICE EQUIPMENT

POWER SERVICE GROUNDING ELECTRODE SYSTEM (NEC ART 250, PART H)

ANTENNA LEAD-IN WIRE

ANTENNA DISCHARGE UNIT (NEC SECTION 810-20)

GROUNDING CONDUCTORS (NEC SECTION 810-21)

GROUND CLAMPS

19) An outside antenna system should not be lo cated in the vicinity of overhead power lines or other electric light or 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 EX POSURE.

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 accessories. 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-WK23LR2W (TC-23LX60) TY-WK32LR2W (TC-26LX60C, TC-26LX60L, TC-32LX60C, TC-32LX60L) 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.

This product utilizes tin-lead solder, and has a fluorescent lamp containing a small amount of mercury. Disposal of these materials may be regulated in your community due to environmental considerations. For disposal or re cycling information please contact your local authorities, or the Electronics Industries Alliance: www.eiae.org.

Federal Communication Commission Information

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.

Accessories/Option

Check you have all the items shown.

Accessories

Remote Control

Transmitter

EUR7613Z90R

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Batteries for the Remote

Control Transmitter

AA Battery

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(2)

AC Plug Converter

(TC-26LX60L, TC-32LX60L)

Operating Instructions

push

Installing remote’s batteries

slide open

Note the correct polarity (+ or -).

Caution

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

Wall-hanging bracket (vertical)

TY-WK23LR2W

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(TC-23LX60)

Product Registration Card (U.S.A.)

Caution

Incorrect installation may cause battery leakage and corrosion,

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resulting in damage to the remote control unit.

Do not mix old and new batteries.

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Do not mix different battery types (such as alkaline and

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

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Do not burn or break batteries.

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Make a note of the remote control codes before changing

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batteries in case the codes are reset. (p. 23-24)

Optional accessory

WARNING

Failure to use a Panasonic bracket or choosing to mount the unit

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yourself will be done at the risk of the consumer.

Any damage resulting from not having a professional installer

mount your unit will void your warranty. Always be sure to ask a qualified technician to carry out set-up.

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Incorrect fitting may cause equipment to fall, resulting in injury

and product damage. Do not mount this LCD Television directly below ceiling lights

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(such as spotlights, floodlights or halogen lights) which typically give off high heat. Doing so may warp or damage plastic cabinet parts.

Customer Care Plan Card

(U.S.A.)

TY-WK32LR2W

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(TC-26LX60C, TC-26LX60L, TC-32LX60C, TC-32LX60L)

How to remove the TV-Stand

1 2

Remove two screws

Pull out the plastic portion

Foam mat or thick soft cloth

Remove four screws

Pull out the metallic portion

Receiver Location

Locate at a comfortable distance for viewing. Avoid placing where sunlight or other bright light (including reflections) will fall on the screen. Use of some types of fluorescent lighting can reduce remote control transmitter range. Adequate ventilation is essential to prevent internal component failure. Keep away from areas of excessive heat or moisture.

How to use the LCD stand

Adjust the stand to your desired angle.

[TC-23LX60] The stand angle can be adjusted between 5° forward and 10° back, and rotated 20° to the right / left.

Quick Start Guide

Accessories/Options

[TC-26LX60C / TC-26LX60L / TC-32LX60C / TC-32LX60L] The stand angle can be rotated 20° to the right / left.

Connection

Watching TV

[example: TC-32LX60C]

ANT

Back of the unit

Power Cord (Connect after all the other connections are complete.)

ANT

Cable BOX

IN OUT

VHF/UHF aerial

ANT IN

ANT OUT

To record TV shows

Video

Audio

Video recorder

S-Video signals have priority.

Video

OUT

Audio

OUT

S-Video

OUT

with TV Tuner

DVD Recorder / VCR

Note

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

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For additional assistance, visit us at: www.panasonic.com

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When connecting video cables, priority is given to the S-Video cable when both the S-VIDEO input terminal and

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the VIDEO input terminal are connected. Some programs contain a copyright protection signal to prevent VCR recording.

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www.panasonic.ca

Identifying Controls

POWER button Volume

Switches TV/VIDEO

Power indicator Remote control sensor Within about 23 feet (7 meters) in front of the TV set.

Note

The TV consumes some power as long as the power cord is inserted into the wall outlet.

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Turns power On/Off

(used when the unit’s Power button is on)

Sets the remote to communicate with other equipment

Volume Menu navigations

Selects channels in sequence Menu navigations

(p. 18)

(on : red, off : no light)

Selects Audio Mode for TV Viewing

(p. 10)

Selects/OK/Change

RETURN Exit (from the menu)

GUIDE for DBS

Selects channels in sequence

(to previous menu)

Quick Start Guide

Identifying Controls

Connection

Displays Main Menu

Selects input mode (p. 11)

Displays or removes the channel banner

(p. 10)

Switches to previously viewed channel and input mode.

Changes aspect ratio

(p. 12-13)

(p. 10, 26)

Sound mute On/Off

Numeric keypad to select any channel or press to enter alphanumeric input in menus.

Sleep timer (MINUTES) (p. 10) Direct channel access for DBS

External equipment operations

(p. 11, 22) (VCRs, DVDs, etc.)

(p. 10)

Watching TV

Connect cable Box when watching cable TV. (p. 8)

Switch to TV mode

1 3

Turn power on

Other Useful Functions (Operate after )

Sleep Timer

Selects Audio Mode for TV Viewing

Listen with SAP (Secondary Audio Program)

Select a channel number

down

Switches the unit OFF in a preset amount of time from 0 to 90 minutes in 30 minute intervals.

0/30/60/90 (minutes)

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Press SAP to select the desired audio mode.

• Each press of SAP will change the audio mode. (Stereo/SAP/Mono)

• Red display : With signal White display : No signal White display (All modes) : Mono

Stereo Two channel Audio reception.

SAP

Mono Select when stereo signal is weak.

Second Audio Programming ( typically used for bilingual audio ).

Displays or removes the channel banner.

Ch/input mode

Information Recall

Change aspect ratio

Note

Reselect “Cable” or “Antenna” in “ANT In” of “Auto program” to switch the signal reception between cable TV and

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antenna. (p. 15) The channel number and volume level remain the same even after the TV is turned off.

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Change the aspect (p. 26)

SAP

SAP Signal

resolution

Each press changes the mode.

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• 480i, 480p:FULL/JUST/4:3/ZOOM

• 1080i, 720p:FULL/H-FILL/JUST/4:3

Vivid1080i

Picture mode

Full

Aspect ratio

Sleep timer remaining time

Watching Videos and DVDs

Some Panasonic equipment connected to the TV unit can be operated with the remote control. Programming the remote control is necessary to operate other manufacturers’ products. (p. 18, 23-24)

With VCR or DVD turned On

Switch to external input

Press to display the Input select menu.

Select the input mode

Input select

[1] TV [2] Component [3] HDMI

[4] Video1

[5] Video2 [6] Video3

[example]

Video 3 is not available for TC-23LX60.

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select

enter

Press the corresponding NUMBER key on the Remote Control to select the input of your choice.

Press to select the input of your choice, then press “OK”.

If during selection, no action

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is taken for several seconds, the Input selection menu is exited.

Viewing

Press to exit or return

to previous screen

Note

For details, see the

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manual of the other equipment or ask your local dealer.

The terminal and label of the connected

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equipment is indicated.

To label each of the connected devices (p. 14)

Operate

the VCR or DVD with the remote control

VCR DVD

Rewind/Fast Forward Reverse/Forward

Play Play

Pause Pause

Stop Stop

VCR Record

TV/VCR Open/Close

Label

Video1

[example]

VCR

Terminal

(example)

Watching Videos and DVDs

Watching TV

Channel Down/UP Slow Reverse/Forward

(For other operations, see p. 22)

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