Colour Television
Operating Instructions
Model No. |
TX-2 9 P 2 5 0 X TC-2 9 P 2 5 0 H |
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TX-6 8 P 2 5 0 Z |
TC-3 4 P 2 5 0 H |
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TX-8 0 P 2 5 0 Z |
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100Hz PROGRESSIVE PIP TEXT TX-34P250T
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FLAT
DIGITAL
This is a combined Operating Instruction manual for all the above series of models.
Please read these instructions before operating your set and retain them for future reference.
TQB4G0909
Dear Panasonic Customer
Welcome to the Panasonic family of customers. We hope that you will have many years of enjoyment from your new colour television set.
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 also, and note down the Model Number and
Serial Number of your set in the space provided on the rear cover of these Instructions.
Table of Contents |
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Warnings and Cautions |
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Before Operating This Set |
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How to Use This Manual ...................................................................................................................................................... |
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Battery Installation ............................................................................................................................................................... |
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Connecting the Aerial cable to the RF In Terminal .............................................................................................................. |
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Connecting the Plug to the Wall outlet ................................................................................................................................. |
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How to turn the Power On .................................................................................................................................................... |
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Location of Controls |
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Remote Control .................................................................................................................................................................... |
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Controls and Terminals on the TV ........................................................................................................................................ |
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Connections |
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How to connect the “AV1, 2, 3 or 4” Input Terminals ....................................................................................................... |
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How to connect the DVD Input Terminals .......................................................................................................................... |
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How to connect the AV Monitor Output Terminals to other equipment .............................................................................. |
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How to connect the RGB Input Terminals .......................................................................................................................... |
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Connecting Headphones ................................................................................................................................................... |
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Table of Contents |
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General Operation |
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How to switch the power ON or OFF ................................................................................................................................. |
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Programme Number Selection .......................................................................................................................................... |
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Direct Programme Number Selection ................................................................................................................................ |
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Volume Adjustment ............................................................................................................................................................ |
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Mute Button ....................................................................................................................................................................... |
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TV/AV Mode Selection ....................................................................................................................................................... |
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Recall Button ..................................................................................................................................................................... |
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STR .................................................................................................................................................................................... |
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Function selection .............................................................................................................................................................. |
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Geomagnetic Correction |
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Using the On Screen Displays |
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Picture Menu |
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Sound Menu |
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Setup Menu |
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Tuning Menu |
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Channel Selection .............................................................................................................................................................. |
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Auto tune ........................................................................................................................................................................... |
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Manual tune ....................................................................................................................................................................... |
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Aspect Controls ................................................................................................................................................................. |
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Menu Operation |
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Multi PIP ............................................................................................................................................................................ |
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Channel search .................................................................................................................................................................. |
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Advanced Remote Control Operation |
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Stereo Reception ............................................................................................................................................................... |
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VCR / LD / DVD ................................................................................................................................................................. |
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TELE TEXT ........................................................................................................................................................................ |
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Channel Allocation |
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Troubleshooting |
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Specifications |
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Battery cautions
The incorrect use of batteries can cause electrolyte leakage which will corrode the Remote Control or cause the batteries to burst.
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Replace both batteries at the same time. |
Don't mix battery types |
Don't Recharge. |
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(alkaline with carbon zinc, etc.) |
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Warnings and Cautions
Warnings
Unplug the power cord in the |
DO NOT use this unit near |
event of any malfunction |
water. (Near a bath tub, etc.) |
(screen goes blank, no sound, |
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odd sounds, smoke or unusual |
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odors coming from the unit). |
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Unplug the power cord if |
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foreign matter or water falls |
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into the unit, or if the unit is |
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dropped or the cabinet is |
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damaged. |
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DO NOT place any of the |
DO NOT use if the power cord |
following on the unit: |
or power plug is damaged, or |
Flower vases, flower pots, |
if the plug does not fit tightly |
cups, small metal objects, or |
into the socket. |
c o s m e t i c s c o n t a i n e r s , |
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chemicals or water. |
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DO NOT insert foreign objects |
DO NOT use at a voltage other |
(metal or easily flammable |
than indicated |
objects). |
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TAKE CARE NOT to damage |
DO NOT remove the rear |
the power cord. |
cover as live parts and High |
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Voltage components are |
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accessible when the rear |
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cover is removed. |
DO NOT touch the aerial cable |
DO NOT place in an unstable |
and this unit when there is |
location |
lightning. |
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Cautions
DO NOT place in humid or dusty location, or areas exposed to smoke or steam. DO NOT place in direct sunlight and other sources of direct heat.
DO NOT touch the power plug if your hands are wet.
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Warnings and Cautions
Caution
DO NOT stand, or place heavy |
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Place in a safe location. |
objects on the unit. |
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Particular care should be taken |
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by families with small children. |
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A d e q u a t e v e n t i l a t i o n i s |
Turn the power “Off” before |
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essential to prevent failure of |
connecting other electrical |
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electrical components, we |
equipment. |
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recommend that a gap of at |
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least 10 cm( |
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around this unit even when it |
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is placed inside a cabinet or |
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between shelves. |
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Before cleaning, unplug the |
DO NOT joint the unit. |
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power plug from the socket. |
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Unplug the power plug from the |
Ask your sales outlet to install |
socket if you are not going to |
the aerial. |
use the unit for an extended |
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period. |
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Cleaning
The unit contains many plastic |
Dust will accumulate on the |
parts. For this reason DO NOT |
picture screen. Please wipe |
use benzine, thinner or other |
with a soft cloth from time to |
chemicals to clean the unit. |
time. If you use a chemically |
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treated cloth, please be careful |
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to follow the instructions that |
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come with the cloth. |
DO NOT bring into contact with |
Remove dirt and soiling by |
insecticide or other volatile |
wiping with a light cloth. |
substances. |
Even if the unit is heavily soiled, |
DO NOT allow the unit to come |
do not apply cleaner directly to |
into contact for extended |
the unit. Soak a cloth in a |
periods with rubber or vinyl |
solution of neutral cleanser |
products. |
thinned with water. Then wring |
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out the cloth, wipe the unit |
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clean, and finish by wiping with |
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a dry cloth. |
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Before Operating This Set
How to Use This Manual
Check the Model Number of your TV set; the Model Number is shown on the rear cover name plate on the set.
Use the table on the opposite page to confirm which features your particular Model is equipped with. This will help you to known which sections of the manual apply to your set.
TX-29P250X TX-68P250Z TX-80P250Z
TEXT Favourite
Page Selection
TV/TEXT
Selection
TC-29P250H
TC-34P250H
PICTURE
SOUND
SET UP
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TEXT Index |
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TV/TEXT F.P. |
INDEX |
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PROGRE |
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SURROUND
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ASPECT
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MULTI
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PICTURE
SOUND
SET UP
TV/AV
Channel Search
D.PNR |
P.AI CH SEARCH STILL |
Still
100Hz/ PROGRE
1 2 3
SURROUND
4 5 6
ASPECT
7 8 9
MULTI
PIP
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Note:
•Mainly the remote control for TX-29P250X, TX-68P250Z, TX-80P250Z is used as an example in the Operating Instructions.
Battery Installation
1
Open the cover.
Apply slight downward pressure while pulling towards the bottom.
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Batteries: Use two “R6 (AA)” size batteries.
Insert the batteries ensuring correct polarity. This is identifiable by the “+” and “− ” symbols on both the batteries and inside the battery compartment.
Two “R6 (AA)” size
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Replace the cover, and slide in reverse until the lock snaps.
Do not use rechargeable (Ni-Cd) batteries.
They are different in shape and performance and may fail to ensure correct operation.
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Before Operating This Set
Connecting the Aerial cable to the RF In Terminal
VHF Aerial UHF Aerial
Mixer |
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MONITOR AV1 |
AV2 |
AV4 |
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VIDEO |
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DVD |
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RF In Terminal |
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AUDIO |
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Coaxial Cable |
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To obtain optimum quality picture and sound, an Aerial, the correct cable (75 Ohm coaxial) and the correct terminating plug are required.
If a communal Aerial system is used, you may require the correct connection cable and plug between the wall Aerial socket and your television receiver.
Your local Television Service Centre or Dealer may be able to assist you in obtaining the correct Aerial system for your particular area and accessories required.
Any matters regarding Aerial installation, upgrading of existing systems or accessories required, and the costs incurred, are the responsibility of you, the Customer.
Coaxial aerial plug
RF in
Terminal
75 Ohm Coaxial Cable
Connecting the Plug to the Wall outlet
Note:
• Mains plug types vary between countries. The mains plug shown at left may therefore not be the type fitted to your set.
How to turn the Power On
Press the Power switch on Television to turn the set on. (See page 14)
100Hz PROGRE
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Location of Controls
Remote Control
TX-29P250X, TX-68P250Z, TX-80P250Z
Power (Stand-by) (see page 14)
Picture Menu (see page 18)
Sound Menu (see page 20) Set up Menu (see page 22)
Stereo/Bilingual Sound Selection
(see page 31)
TELE TEXT (see page 33)
TEXT Favourite Page Selection
(see page 34)
TV/TEXT Selection (see page 30) 100Hz/PROGRE (see page 19)
Surround (see page 21)
Aspect (see page 28)
Picture in Picture Selection
(see page 29)
Recall (see page 15)
VCR/LD/DVD Rewind/Review
(see page 32)
Normalization (see page 19)
Store (see page 15)
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Sound Mute (see page 15) |
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Programme Number Up and Down |
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(see page 14) |
PICTURE |
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Volume Up and Down (see page 15) |
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SOUND |
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TV/AV Mode Selection (see page 15) |
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SET UP |
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Coloured buttons used for |
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Aspect functions (see page 28) |
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TV/AV |
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Teletext functions (see page 33) |
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AV selection (see page 15) |
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TEXT Index (see page 34) |
TV/TEXT |
F.P. |
INDEX |
HOLD |
/Channel Search (see page 30) |
100Hz/ |
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TEXT hold (see page 30) |
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PROGRE |
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SURROUND |
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Direct programme Number |
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ASPECT |
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Selection (see page 14) |
PIP |
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VCR/LD/DVD Play (see page 32) |
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VCR/LD/DVD Fast Forward/cue |
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LD/DVD |
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VCR/LD/DVD Stop (see page 32) |
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REC |
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STR HELP A DISC SIDE B |
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Help (see page 17) |
TC-29P250H, TC-34P250H
Picture AI (see page 19)
Picture Noise Reduction (see page 19)
Channel Search (see page 30)
D.PNR |
P.AI CH SEARCH STILL |
Still (see page 30)
100Hz/ PROGRE
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Location of Controls
Controls and Terminals on the TV
L/MONO |
R |
AV3
IN
AUDIO
S-VIDEO VIDEO
RGB (31.5kHz) |
STR |
F |
–/ |
+/ |
TV/AV |
STR F –/
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TV/AV
MONITOR |
AV1 |
AV2 |
AV4 |
OUT |
IN |
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S-VIDEO |
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DVD |
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VIDEO |
VIDEO |
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AUDIO |
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AUDIO |
MONITOR |
OUT |
S-VIDEO
VIDEO
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AUDIO
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AV1 |
AV2 |
AV4 |
IN |
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DVD |
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[Y-PB-PR] |
VIDEO |
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MONO |
MONO PB |
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PR |
AUDIO |
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Main Headphones Jack |
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TV/AV Selection |
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Sub Headphones Jack |
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Aerial Terminal (RF In Terminal) |
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AV3 Input Terminals |
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Monitor Output Terminals |
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RGB Input Terminal |
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AV1 Input Terminals |
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STR |
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AV2 Input Terminals |
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Function |
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AV4 Input Terminals |
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Volume Down (− ) / |
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DVD ( Y. PB. PR ) Input |
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Connections
How to connect the “AV1, 2, 3 or 4” Input Terminals
Connect VCRs and other peripheral equipment
(Super-VHS VCR)
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Audio |
Video S-Video |
R OUT L |
OUT |
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S Video |
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MONITOR |
AV1 |
AV2 |
AV4 |
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input |
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DVD |
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[Y-PB-PR] |
VIDEO |
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MONO |
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VIDEO
AUDIO
(VHS VCR)
Audio |
Video |
R OUT L |
OUT |
VIDEO
AUDIO
AV1
IN
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MONITOR |
AV1 |
AV2 |
AV4 |
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DVD |
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[Y-PB-PR] |
VIDEO |
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MONO |
MONO PB |
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Notes:
•When an S-Video cable is connected to the S-Video terminal, the Video input will be automatically switched off for that AV mode.
•When a Monaural VCR is used, connect the Monaural Audio cable to the Audio “L” (Left) terminal.
•Select the desired AV input position by pressing the TV/AV button. (Refer to page 15)
•Input 3 is located on the front of the unit.
•The AV2 and AV4 audio input terminals serve as the audio input terminal for both the Video input and for the DVD input AV2.
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Connections
How to connect the DVD Input Terminals
DVD Player
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Notes:
•The AV4 audio signal is common for both AV4 and DVD input signal terminals.
•The DVD signal input terminal takes priority over the AV4 video signal input terminal.
•Similar connection are available at the COMPONENT VIDEO input 2 terminal.
AV1 |
AV2 |
AV4 |
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DVD |
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[Y-PB-PR] |
VIDEO |
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MONO |
MONO PB |
MONO |
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PR |
AUDIO |
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How to connect the AV Monitor Output Terminals to other equipment
The “Monitor Out” Terminals output the same signals as main picture on the TV screen and sound from the speaker at that time, e.g. TV programmes or signals from AV1, AV2, AV3 or AV4 input.
Recording Equipment
(VHS VCR)
MONITOR
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S-VIDEO |
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AV4 |
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[Y-PB-PR] |
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VIDEO |
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AUDIO |
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MONO |
MONO PB |
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VIDEO
AUDIO
Notes:
•Never connect the same video recorder with both the VIDEO IN and MONITOR OUT terminals on this TV set, as this could cause incorrect operation.
•The monitor output emits the main picture normal video and audio signals.
•Teletext display on screen will not be output at the MONITOR OUT terminals.
•Even if the television is in picture-in-picture condition, MONITOR OUT terminals output the same signals as main picture on the screen and sound from speakers. Sub picture including strobe, still, channel search, etc. will not be output at the MONITOR OUT terminals.
•The RGB mode signal, and DVD signal (Y, PB, PR) are not output at the MONITOR out terminals.
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Connections
How to connect the RGB Input Terminals
COMPUTER
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L/MONO R |
RGB (31.5kHz) |
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AV3 |
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Conversion adapter (if necessary)
D-SUB 15P
RGB
PC cable
Notes:
•This unit can be connected to PCs with 640 480 (31.5 kHz / 60 Hz) or 640 400 (31.5 kHz / 70 Hz) pixel.
•In some cases other PCs may not work with this TV set.
•There is no audio signal in RGB input.
•The sound of the RGB mode is combined with the Audio signal of AV3.
•Some PC models cannot be connected to the TV set.
•A commercially sold adapter is required to use the RGB cable (D-sub 15P) to connect a
PC-98 series computer (which has a D-sub 15P terminal) or a Macintosh computer to the TV set.
•There is no need to use an adapter for computers with DOS/V compatible D-sub 15P terminal.
Signal Names for D-sub 15P Connector
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Signal Name |
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R |
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GND (Ground) |
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GND (Ground) |
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GND (Ground) |
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NC |
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Pin Layout for RGB Input |
3 |
B |
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GND (Ground) |
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GND (Ground) |
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NC (not connected) |
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VD |
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GND (Ground) |
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GND (Ground) |
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NC (not connected) |
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