Panasonic TC-26LX20, TC-32LX20 Operating Instruction

LCD TV

Operating Instructions

Model No.

TC-26LX20 TC-32LX20

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

or send e-mail to : consumerproducts@panasonic.com

or visit us at www.panasonic.com (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)

Before connecting, operating or adjusting this product, please read these instructions completely. Please keep this manual for future reference.

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TQBC0781

Important Safety Instructions

CAUTION

RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK

DO NOT OPEN

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

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.

■ Important Safety Instructions for LCD TV

1) Read these instructions.

All the safety and operating instructions should be read before the appliance is operated.

2) Keep these instructions.

The safety and operating instructions should be retained for future reference.

3) Heed all warnings.

All warnings on the appliance and in the operating instructions should be adhered to.

4) Follow all instructions.

All operating and use instructions should be followed.

5) Do not use this apparatus near water.

For example, near a bathtub, wash bowl, kitchen sink, or laundry tub, in a wet basement, or near a swimming pool, and the like.

6) Clean only with dry cloth.

Do not use liquid cleaners or aerosol cleaners. Use a dry cloth for cleaning.

7) Do not block any ventilation openings. Install in accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions. Slots and Openings in the cabinet are provided for ventilation and to ensure reliable operation of the product and to protect it from overheating. The openings should never be blocked by placing the product on a bed, sofa, rug, or other similar surface.

8) Do not install near any heat sources such as radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other apparatus (including amplifiers) that produce heat. This product should not be placed in a built-in installation such as a bookcase or rack unless proper ventilation is provided or the manufacturer’s instructions have been adhered to.

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. Quick stops, excessive force, and uneven surfaces may cause the appliance and cart combination to overturn.

13) Unplug this apparatus during lightning storms or when unused for long periods of time. This will prevent damage to the product due to lightning and power-line surges.

Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel. Servicing is required when the apparatus has been damaged in

14) 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) To prevent electric shock, ensure the grounding pin on the AC cord power plug is securely connected.

Important Safety Instructions

16) 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. Selection 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.

17) An outside antenna system should not be located in the vicinity of overhead power lines or other

EXAMPLE OF ANTENNA GROUNDING AS PER (NEC) NATIONAL ELECTRICAL CODE

GROUND CLAMP

ELECTRIC SERVICE EQUIPMENT

ANTENNA LEAD-IN WIRE

ANTENNA DISCHARGE UNIT

(NEC SECTION 810-20)

GROUNDING CONDUCTORS (NEC SECTION 810-21)

GROUND CLAMPS

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

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.

18) 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.

19) 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 part. Unauthorized substitutions may result in fire, electric shock, or other hazards.

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

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

21) 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.

NOTE: • This equipment is designed to operate in the U.S.A. and other countries where the broadcasting

system and AC house current is exactly the same as in the U.S.A.

The marking or retained image on the LCD panel resulting from fixed image use is not an operating

•

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

■

Important Information Regarding Use of Video Games, Computers, Captions or Other Fixed Image Displays.

The extended use of fixed image program material can cause a permanent "shadow image" on the LCD panel. This background image is viewable on normal programs in the form of a stationary fixed image. This type of irreversible LCD panel deterioration can be limited by observing the following steps: A. Reduce the brightness / contrast setting to a minimum viewing level. B. Do not display the fixed image for extended periods of time. C. Turn the power off when not in actual use.

■

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 recycling information please contact your local authorities, or the Electronics Industries Alliance:

www.eiae.org.

Dear Panasonic Customer

Welcome to the Panasonic family of customers. We hope that you will have many years of enjoyment from your new LCD TV. To obtain maximum benefit from your set, please read these instructions before making any adjustments, and retain them for future reference. Retain your purchase receipt, and record the model number and serial number of your set in the space provided on the rear cover of these instructions.

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

or send e-mail to : consumerproducts@panasonic.com

or visit us at www.panasonic.com (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)

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: Pursuant to 47CFR, Part 15.21 of the FCC rules, any changes or modifications not expressly approved by Matsushita Electric Corporation of America could result in harmful interference and would void the user’s authority to operate this equipment.

The Energy Star label, a symbol for energy efficiency, was created by the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and the U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) to help customers identify products that can save them money and protect the environment by saving energy. Energy Star compliant products generally consume less energy than similar standard products.

HDMI, the HDMI logo and High-Definition Multimedia Interface are trademarks or registered trademarks of HDMI Licensing LLC.

Table of Contents

Important Safety Instructions .............................. 2

SUPPLIED ACCESSORIES ................................... 5

Installation ............................................................. 6

Connections .......................................................... 7

Antenna Connection ............................................. 7

Cable Box Connection ......................................... 8

Connecting Other Equipment .............................. 9

Connecting Headphones / Earphones ............... 10

HDMI Connection .............................................. 11

Basic Controls ..................................................... 12

Remote Control ................................................. 12

Main Unit............................................................ 14

Power ON / OFF ................................................... 14

ASPECT Controls ................................................ 15

Photo Viewer

Thumbnail Mode ................................................ 17

Photo Viewer

Menu Operations ................................................. 20

Tuning Channels................................................ 22

LOCK ................................................................. 24

CLOSED CAPTION ........................................... 27

INPUT LABEL .................................................... 28

OTHER ADJUST ............................................... 28

PICTURE ADJUST ............................................ 29

POSITION/SIZE................................................. 31

AUDIO ADJUST ................................................. 32

.................................................... 16

Setup Menu .............................. 18

Operating peripheral equipment using

the remote control............................................ 33

Programming the remote control code .............. 33

Infrared Code Index ........................................... 34

Mode Operational Key Chart ............................. 37

Manual de instrucciones [ Resumen ]

Instalación de las pilas

del mando a distancia ................................. 39

Conexión ........................................................ 40

Conexión de antena ................................... 40

Conexión del receptor de TV por cable ...... 41

Controles básicos .........................................42

Control remoto iluminado ........................... 42

Aparato principal ......................................... 44

Conexión / desconexión de la alimentación ... Photo Viewer

Modo de imagen miniatura ......................... 45

Operaciones con menús .............................. 46

Sintonización de canales ............................ 48

Troubleshooting .................................................. 50

Specifications ...................................................... 51

Maintenance ........................................................ 51

.............................................. 45

SUPPLIED ACCESSORIES

Check the accessories before installations.

Operating Instruction book

•

Warranty Card

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Service Center List

•

(For U.S.A.)

Remote Control Transmitter

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(EUR7603ZG0)

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456

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Customer Card

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(For U.S.A.)

F-Type Antenna

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(for 4C-2V) ( × 1)

Connector

Batteries for the Remote

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Control Transmitter (2 × AA size)

Ferrite core

•

(for HDMI cable) ( × 1)

SUPPLIED ACCESSORIES / Installation

Remote control battery installation

Requires two AA batteries.

1. Open the battery cover.

Precaution on battery use

Incorrect installation can cause battery leakage and corrosion that will damage the remote control transmitter.

1. Always use new batteries when replacing the old set.

2. Do not attempt to charge, short-circuit, disassemble, heat or burn used batteries.

3. Battery replacement is necessary when remote control acts sporadically or fails to operate this unit.

Notes:

Do not drop, apply shock to or step on the remote control.

•

Do not spill water on the remote control.

•

Do not place objects between the remote control and remote control receiver.

•

Do not use remote controls for other equipment at the same time.

•

If the TV does not operate even when using the remote control from a close range, it is time to replace

•

the batteries.

2. Install the batteries. Note the correct polarity (+ and -).

Two AA size

3. Replace the cover.

Installation

Receiver Location

Locate for comfortable 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.

Optional External Equipment

The Video / Audio connection between components can be made with shielded video and audio cables. For best performance, antenna cables should utilize 75 ohm coaxial shielded wire. Cables are available from your dealer or electronic supply store. Before you purchase any cables, be sure you know what type of output and input connectors your various components require. Also determine the length of cable you’ll need.

For optimum quality picture

When the LCD is exposed to light from outdoors or lighting fixtures, high-contrast pictures may not be displayed clearly. Turn off florescent lamps near the LCD and place in a location not exposed to outdoor light.

How to hang the LCD TV on the wall

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.

Wall-hanging bracket ........................................................ TY-WK32LX20W

•

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

How to use the LCD stand

Adjust the stand to your desired angle. The stand angle can be adjusted between 20 ° left to 20 ° right.

Connections

Cover removal and fitting

Removal

Note:

Separate the RF cable and the power cord to avoid interference appearing on the screen.

1. Push down hooks and pull the cover slightly towards yourself to

disengage the claws (at 4 points).

2. Slowly pull out in the downward direction.

Fitting

1. Insert the claws

(at 4 points) at

the bottom end.

2. Push it until hook will be cricked.

Antenna Connection

For proper reception of VHF / UHF channels, an external antenna is required. For best reception an outdoor antenna is recommended. The antenna mode must be set to TV (see page 22, MODE).

UHF AntennaVHF Antenna

Back of the TV

Mixer

75 Ohm Coaxial Cable

Cable / Antenna Connection

F-Type Antenna Connector

Antenna Terminal on the Back of the TV

Antenna Terminal

ANT

F-Type Antenna Connector

Incoming 75 Ohm Cable from Home Antenna / Cable Company

Connections

Cable Box Connection

• For reception of cable channels (01 - 125), connect the cable supplied by your local cable company.

The antenna mode must be set to CABLE (see page 22, MODE).

•

Certain cable systems offset some channels to reduce interference or have Premium (scrambled) channels. A cable converter box is required for proper reception. Check with your local cable company for its compatibility requirements.

• Set the TV channel to CH3 or CH4, cable when using this connection.

Cable Box

Back of the TV

CABLE BOX

ANT

Cable Box and VCR

Back of the TV

ANT

OUTPUT INPUT

CABLE BOX

OUTPUT INPUT

Incoming 75 Ohm Cable from Cable Company

ANT INPUT

ANT OUTPUT

S VIDEO

OUTPUT

VIDEO

VCR

L-AUDIO-R

Connecting Other Equipment

Rear Input Terminals

Connections

Back of the TV

AUDIO

S-VIDEO

VIDEO

AUDIO

DVD / STB

OUT

INPUT 1

COMPONENT VIDEO cable

INPUT

VIDEO

COMPONENT

COMPONENT VIDEO OUT

AUDIO cable

VIDEO

AUDIO

Audio

OUT

PrPbYL

S-VIDEO cable

VIDEO cable

AUDIO cable

Super-VHS VCR CAMCORDER VIDEO GAME

CONSOLE

S-Video

OUT

Video

OUT

Audio

OUT

Notes:

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

• Please make inquiries to video game manufacturers concerning component cables to connect with video game console.

Connections

Rear Output Terminals

Back of the TV

Front Input Terminals

Front of the TV

HPJ

Audio

S-VIDEO

INPUT 2

VIDEO -AUDIO-

AUDIO cable

ANTANT

AUDIO

AUDIO cable

S-VIDEO

VIDEO

AUDIO

OUT

INPUT 1

COMPONENT

INPUT

VIDEO

AUDIO

Audio

OUT

CAMCORDER

VIDEO cable

S-VIDEO cable

Connecting Headphones / Earphones

M3 plug

HPJ

S-VIDEO

(Not supplied)

Video

OUT

S-Video

OUT

Front of the TV

INPUT 2

VIDEO -AUDIO-

VIDEO GAME CONSOLE

AV IN

AUDIO

PET TBMU392

VIDEO

Connections

HDMI Connection

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HDMI supports uncompressed standard. The HDMI terminal supports both video and audio information. You can connect an EIA / CEA-861 / 861B Box or DVD player with HDMI or DVI output terminal to the HDMI

Input a High-bandwidth Digital Content Protection (HDCP) high-definition picture source to this HDMI terminal, so you can display high-definition pictures on this TV in the digital form.

(High Definition Multimedia Interface) is the first all digital consumer electronics A/V interface that

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compliant consumer electronic device, such as a Set Top

Attach just beside the connector.

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input terminal.

Set Top Box

HDMI or DVI signal out

DVD player

Audio cable

Notes:

If the external device has DVI output only, use a

•

DVI to HDMI adapter cable HDMI terminal.

•

Connect the audio cables to the AUDIO IN

terminals for HDMI.

•

Select the audio setting in HDMI IN (see page 32).

Compatible VIDEO Signal

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to connect to the

No. of dots (H

× ×

1,280

720

640

× ×

× × × ×

× ×

480p

1,080i

720p

× ×

1080i

1,920 720p 480p

480i

This input terminal is not intended for use with computers.

Compatible sampling frequency of AUDIO signal (L.PCM) : 48 kHz / 44.1 kHz / 32 kHz

Notes:

• This HDMI connector is Type A.

• If you connect an equipment without a digital output terminal, connect to the COMPONENT VIDEO, S

VIDEO or VIDEO input terminal on the TV so you can enjoy an analog signal.

720(1,440)

Ferrite core (small size) (supplied)

× ×

480i

HDMI cable

Attaching the ferrite core

Pull back the tabs (in two places) to open.

Put the cable and close.

Vertical scanning frequency (Hz)

59.94 / 60

1. HDMI, the HDMI logo and High-Definition Multimedia Interface are trademarks or registered

∗

trademarks of HDMI Licensing LLC.

2. EIA / CEA-861 / 861B profiles compliance covers profiles for transmission of uncompressed digital

∗

video including high bandwidth digital content protection.

3. HDMI-DVI conversion cable (TY-SCHO3DH): available on Panasonic website (www.panasonic.com).

∗

Consult your consumer electronics dealer for availability details.

Basic Controls

Remote Control

POWER button

Press to turn the TV on or off (see page 14).

Note:

This does not work when the main power is off (No light).

MUTE button

Press to mute the sound. Press again to cancel mute. Mute is canceled when the power is turned off or volume level is changed.

Mode Selection buttons

(see page 33)

MENU button

(see page 20)

RECALL button

Press to display channel number, sleep timer and other options.

R-TUNE button

Press to switch to previously viewed channel or to switch between TV mode and another input mode.

SD button

Press to access Photo Viewer

(see page 17)

Operation of other devices

(see pages 37, 38)

POWER

VCR

DVD

DTV

VOL VOL

AUX

CBL

PAGERECALL

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R-TUNE SLEEP/PROG

PLAY

STOPPAUSE

TV/VCR

VCR CH

OPEN/CLOSE

SAP

RCVR

DBS

RETURN EXIT

GUIDE

FFREW

REC

T V

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