Panasonic TC-26LX70L, TC-32LX70L User Manual

Operating Instructions

LCD Television

Model No. TC-26LX70L

TC-32LX70L

English

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.

TQB2AA0758-1

Turn your own living room into a movie theater!

Experience an amazing level of multimedia excitement

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

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Enjoy rich multimedia

Camcorder

Set Top Box

DVD recorder

Amplifier

Home theater unit

VCR	DVD player

Contents

Please read before using the unit

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

•

•Accessories/Optional Accessory····· 6

•Connection ····························· 8 Identifying Controls ························· 9

Enjoy your TV !

Basic Features

•

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

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

Advanced Features

•How to Use Menu Functions

•(picture, sound quality, etc.) ······················· 12

•Input Labels/Closed Caption ····················· 14

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

•Lock ··························································· 16

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

•VIERA Link “HDAVI Control™” ·················· 19 Recommended AV Connections ················ 20

FAQs, etc.

•

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

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

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

•Maintenance ·············································· 28

•FAQ···························································· 28

•Specifications············································· 30 Customer Service ······································ 31

Viewing Guide Start Quick

Advanced

.etc FAQs,

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Important Safety Instructions

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 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.

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

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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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.

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

23) WARNING

24) CAUTION

25) CAUTION

26) CAUTION

27) CAUTION

: 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.)

: 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.

: 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.

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

: DANGER OF EXPLOSION IF BATTERY IS INCORRECTLY REPLACED. REPLACE ONLY WITH THE SAME OR EQUIVALENT TYPE.

: 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.

that have the same characteristics as the original parts. Unauthorized substitutions may result in fire, electric shock, or other hazards.

22) WARNING

19)An outside antenna system should not be located 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

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

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

■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.

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Accessories/Optional Accessory

Check you have all the items shown.

Accessories	□Batteries for the Remote	□AC Plug Converter
□Remote Control
Transmitter	Control Transmitter (2)
•EUR7613Z90R	•AA Battery

□Operating Instructions

1		Installing remote’s batteries
	push	2

Note the correct close polarity (+ or -).

slide open

Caution

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

•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.

•Make a note of the remote control codes before changing batteries in case the codes are reset. (p. 23-24)

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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Optional accessory (When installing on the wall)

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.

Wall-hanging bracket (vertical)

•TY-WK32LR2W

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	A
	Remove the TV-Stand.
	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 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.

Accessory Accessories/Optional Guide Start Quick

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Connection

■Watching TV

Back of the unit

Power Cord

(Connect after all the other connections are complete.)

Cable BOX	VHF/UHF aerial
IN OUT	or

or

A N T

ANT IN

ANT OUT

To record TV shows

Video

IN

L

Audio

IN

R

Video

OUT

L

Audio OUT R

Video recorder with TV Tuner

DVD Recorder / VCR

S Video signals have priority.

S Video

OUT

Note

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

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

•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.

•Some programs contain a copyright protection signal to prevent VCR recording.

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Identifying Controls

Switches TV/VIDEO

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

Remote control sensor

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

POWER button Volume

Selects channels in sequence

Note

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

Turns power On/Off

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

Sets the remote to communicate with other equipment (p. 18)

Volume

Menu navigations

Selects channels in sequence

Menu navigations

Displays Main Menu (p. 12-13)

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. 10, 26)

Selects Audio Mode for TV Viewing

(p. 10)

Selects/OK/Change

RETURN (to previous menu)

Exit (from the menu)

GUIDE for DBS

Sound mute On/Off

Numeric keypad to select any channel or press to enter

alphanumeric input in menus. (p. 10)

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

External equipment operations

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

Controls Identifying Guide Start Quick

Connection

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Watching TV

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

1	Switch to TV mode	3 Select a channel number
		up
		or
		down
2	Turn power on

■Other Useful Functions (Operate after )

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

•0/30/60/90 (minutes)

■Selects Audio Mode for TV Viewing

Listen with SAP (Secondary Audio Program)

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	Second Audio Programming
		( typically used for bilingual audio ).
	Mono	Select when stereo signal is weak.

Information

Recall

Displays or removes the channel banner.

Ch/input mode

10

SAP		1080i		Vivid		Full		30
SAP		Signal				Aspect		Sleep timer
		resolution				ratio		remaining time

Picture mode

	Change	Change the aspect (p. 26)
		•Press button to cycle through the aspect modes.
	aspect
	ratio	• 480i, 480p:FULL/JUST/4:3/ZOOM
		• 1080i, 720p:FULL/H-FILL/JUST/4:3

	Note
	Reselect “Cable” or “Antenna” in “ANT in” of “Auto program” to switch the signal reception between cable TV and
	•antenna. (p. 15)
10	•The channel number and volume level remain the same even after the TV is turned off.

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)

1

2

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	or
	[4] Video1
		select
	[5] Video2
	[6] Video3
	[example]	enter

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

Press to select the input of your

•If during selection, no action is taken for several seconds,

the Input selection menu is exited.choice, then press “OK”.

Label		Terminal	The terminal and label of the connected
			•equipment is indicated.
	Video1		To label each of the connected equipment
	VCR		(p. 14)

Viewing

	[example]
■Press to exit or return	Operate
to previous screen	3 the VCR or DVD with the remote control

(example)

Note

•For details, see the manual of the other equipment

or ask your local dealer.

				VCR	DVD
				Rewind/Fast Forward	Reverse/Forward
				Play	Play
				Pause	Pause
				Stop	Stop
				VCR Record	-
				TV/VCR	Open/Close
				Channel Down/UP	Slow Reverse/Forward

(For other operations, see p. 22)

DVDs and Videos Watching

TV Watching

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How to Use Menu Functions

Various menus allow you to select settings for the picture, sound, and other functions so that you can enjoy watching TV with your preferences set.

■Press to exit or return to previous screen

1	Display menu
		Displays the functions that
		•can be set (varies according
		to the input signal)
2	SelectMenu	the menu	select
	Picture
	Audio
	Lock		next
	Setup

3	Select the item
				select
		Picture 1/2
		Normal	Set
		Pic. mode	Standard
		Back light	+20
		Picture	+20
		Brightness	0
		Color	0
		Tint	0
		Sharpness	0
		(example: Picture menu)

4	Adjust or select
	Picture 1/2
	Normal	Set	adjust
	Pic. mode	Standard
	Back light	+20	or
	Picture	+20	select
	Brightness	0
	Color	0
	Tint	0
	Sharpness	0

(example: Picture menu)

■Menu list

Menu Item

		Normal
		Pic. mode
		Back light
		Picture, Brightness,
		Color, Tint, Sharpness
		Color temp
	Picture	AI picture
		Zoom adjust
			Video NR
		Other	3D Y/C filter
			Color matrix
		adjust
			Black level
		Normal
		Bass
		Treble
	Audio	Balance
		Other	AI sound
			Surround
		adjust	HDMI in
			Audio leveler
			SAP

Lock

Language

Program channel

Input labels

CC

Setup	Other	Auto power on
	adjust	Prog-out stop
		VIERA Link
		Power save

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(picture, sound quality, etc.)

Adjustments/Configurations (alternatives)

Resets all picture adjustments to factory default settings except for “Other adjust”						Normal	Set
Basic picture mode (Vivid/Standard/Cinema) (p. 27)
						Pic. mode	Standard
Adjusts luminance of the back light.
						Back light	+20
Adjusts color, brightness, etc. for each picture mode to suit your		Picture		+20		Tint	0
		Brightness		0		Sharpness	0
taste
		Color		0
Selects level of warm colors (red) and cool colors (blue) (Warm/Cool/Normal)
						Color temp	Cool
Controls dark areas without affecting the black level or brightness in the overall picture (On/Off)
						AI picture	On
Adjusts vertical alignment and size when aspect setting is “ZOOM” (p. 26)
						Zoom adjust	On
Reduces noise, commonly called snow. Leave off when receiving a strong signal. (On/Off)
						Video NR	Off
Minimizes noise and cross-color in the picture. (On/Off)
Not valid on component and HDMI.						3D Y/C filter	Off
Selects image resolution of component-connected devices (SD/HD)
SD: normal vision	HD: high-definition vision					Color matrix	SD
Only 480 p signal accepted; regular TV (NTSC) is not available.
Selects Dark or Light depending on the picture conditions, when selecting the video or component
input.
The dark scene becomes easy to see. (Dark/Light)						Black level	Light
Fixed to Dark when selecting TV mode.
Fixed to Light when selecting HDMI mode.
Reset Bass, Treble and Balance adjustments to factory default settings.
						Normal	Set
Increase or decrease the bass response.
						Bass	+ 4
Increase or decrease the treble response.
						Treble	0
Emphasize the left / right speaker volume.
						Balance	0
Equalize overall volume levels across all channels and VIDEO inputs. (On/Off)
						AI sound	On
Enhances audio response when listening to stereo. (On/Off)
						Surround	Off
Selects according to the signal when HDMI is connected (Auto/Digital/Analog)
Auto: Automatically selects Analog / Digital signal						HDMI in	Auto
Minimizes volume disparity after switching to external inputs
						Audio leveler	0
Selects Audio Mode for TV viewing (Stereo/ SAP/Mono)
To change the mode using SAP button. (p. 10)						SAP	Stereo
Locks the programs (p. 16-17)
Selects the screen menu language
						Language
Sets receiving channels. (p. 15)
						Program channel
Displays labels of external equipments (p. 14)
						Input labels
Displays subtitles (Closed Caption) (p. 14)
						CC
Sets how to power on the TV. (Set/Off)
Set : Connect power cord plug to Cable box etc. and control TV’s On/Off on the connected
equipment. (The Sleep Timer will not function if Auto power on is set.)						Auto power on	Off
Off : Supply Power from wall outlet and control TV’s On/Off on TV side.
To prevent howling and image oscillation, stops output of the pictures and audio specified in this
menu. (p. 21) (Off/Comp./HDMI/Video 1/Video 2/Video 3)						Prog-out stop	Off
Comp./HDMI cannot output video signals regardless of “Prog-out stop” setting.
Controls equipments connected to HDMI terminals. (p. 19, 20) (On/Off)
						VIErA Link	On
Reduces screen brightness to lower power consumption. Eye-friendly for viewing in a dark room
(Standard/Saving)						Power save	Standard

•In VIDEO mode, the Audio menu and Setup menu give a smaller number of options.

Functions Menu Use to How ).etc quality, sound (picture,

Advanced

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Input Labels/Closed Caption

1

2

Display menu

Select “Setup”

Menu

Picture	next
Audio

Lock

Setup

select

3

4

Select “Input labels” or “CC”

Setup

Language next

Program channel Input labels

CC

Other adjust	select

Set

■Press to exit

Input labels

Display labels of external equipment

CC

Display

Closed

Caption

The labels of equipment connected to external input terminals can be indicated for easy recognition on the screen. (In selecting input mode of p. 11 )

Select the terminal and the label of the external equipment

	Input labels		select the terminal
	Comp.	SKIP	set the label
	HDMI	GAME
	Video1
	Video2	VCR
	Video3	AUX

Terminal: Comp./HDMI/Video1-3
••Label: SKIP*/VCR/DVD/CABLE/DBS/PVR/GAME/AUX/[BLANK]
* If “SKIP” is selected for a		Label		Terminal
			Video1
non-connected terminal,			VCR

its input is skipped when switched with TV/VIDEO

button.

[example]

The television includes a built-in decoder that is capable of providing a visual display of the audio portion. The program viewed must provide Closed Captioning (CC) for the television to display it. (p. 26)

■Select the desired mode
					Off:	When not using, select “Off”.
	CC
	Mode	off		select
					CC1-4:	Information related to pictures
						(Appears at bottom of screen)
					T1-4:	Textual information
						(Appears over entire screen)

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Editing and Setting Channels

The current channel settings can be changed according to your needs and reception conditions.

1	Display menu		3	Select “Program channel”
				Setup	next
				Language
				Program channel
				Input labels
				CC	select
				Other adjust
2	Select “Setup”		4	Select the function
	Menu	next
	Picture
	Audio			Program channel
	Lock				next
	Setup	select		Auto program
				Manual program
■Press to exit					select

5 Set

Automatically searches and adds active channels to memory.

Select “ANT in”	Select “Start scan”
(Select Cable or Antenna)	Auto program

Auto program

Set automatically

Manual program

Set manually

Auto program		ANT in	Cable
		Start scan
ANT in	Cable	set
Start scan

select	start	Settings are made
	select	automatically

Note

•All previously memorized channels are erased.

•When or button is pressed during Auto program, the TV will return to normal viewing. (Channels searched up to that point are added.)

•After Auto program finishes, the lowest channel number added will be displayed.

•Whendisplayed.there is no receivable channel, channel 69 (forTV) or channel 125 (for cable TV) is

Use this procedure when changing the setting of receiving channels or changing the channel display.

Select Channel	Add or delete
Manual program	select
Enter channel	add
7
	(the channel number turns blue)
	delete
	(the channel number turns yellow)

•Repeat steps and for other channels.

•If “Channel lock” (p. 16) is activated and “Auto” or “Manual” is selected, “Enter password.” will be displayed.

Channels Setting and Editing

Caption Labels/Closed Input

Advanced

15

select

•If it is the first time to enter the password, enter the number twice in order to register it.

Lock

You can lock out specified channels or shows to prevent children from watching objectionable content.

■Press to exit

Caution

•Make a note of your password in case you forget it. (If you have forgotten your

password, consult your local dealer.)

Note

•When you select a locked channel,

a message will be displayed that allows you to view the channel if you input your password.

1	Display menu
2	Select “Lock”
	You will be asked to enter your password each time you display the Lock menu.
			next
	Menu
	Picture
	Audio
	Lock		select
	Setup
3	Input your 4-digit password
	A 4-digit code must be entered to view a blocked program or change rating

settings.

Enter password.

4	Select “Program lock”
	Lock	next

Program lock

Change password

■To change the password

In , select “Change password” and press “OK” button

Input the new 4-digit password twice

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■To select the rating of the program to be locked

■To set rating level

“V-chip” technology enables restricted shows to be locked according to TV ratings.

Select the rating category you wish to follow

Program lock	set
MPAA
U.S.TV
C.E.L.R.	select
C.F.L.R.
Monitor out	Off

	MPAA:U.S movie ratings
	•U.S.TV:U.S TV program ratings
Block	•C.E.L.R:Canadian English ratings
	•
program	•C.F.L.R:Canadian French ratings

Select the rating to be locked

select

Example of “MPAA” (U.S movie ratings)

NR	No rating
G	General Audience: All ages admitted
PG	Parental Guidance Suggested
PG-13	Parents Strongly Cautioned: Inappropriate for
	children under 13

RRestricted: Under 17 requires accompanying parent or adult guardian

NC-17 No one 17 and under admitted

XAdults only

•To get other information (p. 25)

■To disable recording of the locked program

Select “Monitor out” in “Program lock” menu and set to “Off”

Program lock

MPAA

U.S.TV	set
C.E.L.R.
C.F.L.R.	select
Monitor out	Off

On : Turns on the monitor terminal output for programs that have been set to “Blocked.” Off : Turns off the monitor terminal output for programs that have been set to “Blocked.”

Caution

•The V-Chip system that is used in this set is capable of blocking “NR” programs (non rated, not applicable and none) as per FCC Rules Section15.120(e)(2). If the option of blocking “NR” programs is chosen “unexpected and possibly confusing results may occur, and you may not receive emergency bulletins or any of the following types of programming:”

•Emergency Bulletins (Such as EAS messages, weather warnings and others)

•Locally originated programming • News • Political • Public Service Announcements • Religious • Sports

•Weather

Note

•The Off rating is independent of other ratings.

•When placing a block on a specific age based rating level, the Off rating and any other more restrictive ratings will also be blocked.

Lock

Advanced

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Operating Peripheral Equipment

You can operate other manufacturers’ equipment using this TV’s remote control.

1	Connect the external equipment to the TV and
	Power Off the external equipment
2	+	Press both buttons simultaneously
		for more than 3 seconds.
		Release the buttons when the equipment selection
		•buttons start flashing.

3

4

5

Select the equipment

with the equipment selection button

•Thelit). selected button remains lit (other buttons are not

Input the equipment’s 4-digit remote control code (p. 23-24)

Operate the equipment with the remote control (p. 22)

•The external equipment turns On.

■If the equipment does not operate with remote control

•When your equipment has a single code

Input the remote control code again

•When your equipment has multiple codes Change the code with above and test again

Caution

•Registration will fail if the wrong code is input or it takes more than 30 seconds to register.

To find a code not listed in the code list

This procedure searches all codes and is called the “sequence method.”

After step above, change the code and	When the correct code is found
test	store
change

Operate the equipment with the remote control (p. 22)

•Repeat until the code is found

•It may take many attempts before the correct code is found

18

VIERA Link “HDAVI Control™”

Newer Panasonic audio-video products with HDMI output connections can be controlled using the TV’s

remote. Limited features such as automatic switching to the TV’s HDMI input are available.

•This feature is limited to models incorporating Panasonic’s “VIERA Link”. Refer to the individual instruction manuals for compatibility information.

•Non-HDMI-compliant cables cannot be utilized.

•It is recommended that you use Panasonic’s HDMI cable.

Recommended part number: RP-CDHG15 (1.5 m), RP-CDHG30 (3.0 m), RP-CDHG50 (5.0 m)

Automatic		When “VIERA Link” is set to “On”, at the start of HDAVI control compatible equipment’s playback,
input		the TV’s input automatically switches to the input corresponding to the playback equipment.
		If using DIGA operation, the TV’s input automatically switches to DIGA and the DIGA menu
switching		•is displayed. If the TV’s power is Off, it is automatically switched On.
Power on		When “VIERA Link” is set to “On”, the TV is automatically turned on and switched to the
		appropriate HDMI input whenever HDAVI control compatible equipment is initially turned on
link
		and Play mode is selected.
Power off		When “VIERA Link” is set to “On” and the TV is turned off, the connected HDAVI control
link		compatible equipment is also automatically turned off.
		•DIGA (Panasonic DVD Recorder) will not turn off if it is still in rec mode.

Caution

•“VIERA Link” function does not work in countries other than the USA and Canada.

•The TV remains on even if the “VIERA Link” compatible equipment is turned off.

Note

•Before using HDMI control functions, the connected equipment must also be set. For details, see the operation manual for each piece of equipment.

•For equipment connection details, see p. 20.

•Default setting is “On”. If no HDMI equipment is connected or standard HDMI equipment (non- “VIERA Link”) is used, set to “Off”. (see below)

1 Display menu		3 SelectSetup		“Other adjust”		select
			Language
			Program channel
			Input labels
			CC			next
			Other adjust
2	Select “Setup”	4	Select “VIErA Link”
	Menu		Other adjust			select
	Picture		Auto power on		Off
	Audio		Prog-out stop		Off
	Lock		VIErA Link		On
	Setup		Power save		Standard
	select	5 Select “On” or “Off”
	next
						change

■Press to exit or return to previous screen

Peripheral Operating	“HDAVI Link VIERA
Equipment	Control™”

Advanced

19

Recommended AV Connections

These diagrams show our recommendations for how to connect the TV unit to your various equipment. For other connections, consult the instructions of each piece of equipment and the specifications (p. 30).

Back of the unit

Power Cord

(Connect after all the other connections are complete.)

■To watch camcorder images

Camcorder VCR

DVD Player

AV

IN

M3 plug
		or
	HDMI cable	HDMI-DVI
	■To watch digital	conversion
		cable	Audio cable
Headphones/	video image
	DVD Player or
Earphones	Set Top Box
(not supplied)	(HDMI compatible
	machine only)
	■VIERA Link
	(p. 19)
	DIGA
	(Panasonic DVD Recorder)
	•Connect with HDMI cable

	Note
	Individual HDMI equipment may require additional menu settings specific to each model. Please refer to their
20	•respective operating instruction manuals.