Panasonic TC-32LX85 User Manual

Operating Instructions

26”/32” Class 720p LCD HDTV

(26.0/31.5 inches measured diagonally)

Manual de instrucciones

Television de alta definición de 720p y clase 26”/ 32” de LCD

(26,0/31,5 pulgadas medidas diagonalmente)

Model No.

Número de modelo

TC-26LX85 TC-32LX85

Quick Start Guide

(See page 6-14)

Guía de inicio rápido

(vea la página 6-14)

English

Español

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

1-800-211-PANA (7262)

or visit us at www.panasonic.com/contactinfo

For assistance (Puerto Rico), please call:

787-750-4300

or visit us at www.panasonic.com

For assistance (Canada), please call:

1-866-330-0014

or visit us at www.vieraconcierge.ca

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

1-800-211-PANA (7262)

ó visítenos en www.panasonic.com/contactinfo

Para solicitar ayuda (Puerto Rico), llame al:

787-750-4300

ó visítenos en www.panasonic.com

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

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

TQB2AA0774

Turn your own living room into a movie theater!

Experience an amazing level of multimedia excitement

SDHC Logo is a trademark.

HDMI, the HDMI logo and High-Definition Multimedia Interface are

trademarks or registered trademarks of HDMI Licensing LLC.

GalleryPlayer and the

GalleryPlayer Logo are

trademarks of GalleryPlayer, Inc.

HDAVI Control™

HDAVI Control™ is a trademark of Matsushita Electric Industrial Co., Ltd.

VIERA Link™ is a trademark of Matsushita Electric Industrial Co., Ltd.

Enjoy rich multimedia

Contents

Please read before using the unit

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

Amplifier Home theater system

VCR

DVD recorder/

Blu-ray Disc

recorder

SD memory card

Camcorder

Set Top Box

DVD player/ Blu-ray Disc

player

Quick Start Guide

Accessories/Optional Accessory ·····6 Basic Connection ·····························8 Identifying Controls ························ 12 First Time Setup ···························· 13

Enjoy your TV!

Basic Features

Watching TV ···············································15 Viewing from SD Card ································18 Watching Videos and DVDs ·······················20

Advanced Features

How to Use Menu Functions

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

Quick Start

Guide

Viewing Advanced FAQs, etc.

Manufactured under license from Dolby Laboratories.

DOLBY and the double-D symbol are

trademarks of Dolby Laboratories.

EZ Sync™

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

FAQs, etc.

Ratings List for Lock ···································39 Technical Information ·································40 Care and Cleaning ·····································43 FAQ ····························································44 Specifications ·············································46 Limited Warranty (for U.S.A.) ·····················47

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

Limited Warranty (for Canada) ···················49

···48

Safety Precautions

The lightning flash with arrowhead within a triangle

CAUTION

RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK

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.

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.

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.

DO NOT OPEN

Note to CATV System Installer

Secure Ventilation

Important Safety Instructions

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 vi sion 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 re quire ments 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 cat ed in the vicinity of overhead power lines, other electric light, power circuits, or where it can fall into such power lines or circuits. When installing an outside antenna system, extreme care should be taken to keep from touching such power lines or circuits as contact with them might be fatal.

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

a. When the power cord or plug is damaged or frayed. b. If liquid has been spilled into the LCD TV. c. If the LCD TV has been exposed to rain or water. d. If the LCD TV does not operate normally by following the operating instructions. Adjust only those controls that are covered by the operating instructions as improper adjustment of other

controls may result in damage and will often require extensive work by a qualified technician to restore the LCD

TV to normal operation. e. If the LCD TV has been dropped or the cabinet has been damaged. f. When the LCD TV exhibits a distinct change in performance - this indicates a need for service.

21)

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

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

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

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

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

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

UNLESS THE BLADES CAN BE FULLY INSERTED TO PREVENT BLADE EX PO SURE.

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

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

OR EQUIVALENT TYPE.

27) CAUTION: This LCD TV is for use only with the following optional accessory. Use with any other type of optional

accessories may cause instability which could result in the possibility of injury.

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

• Wall-hanging bracket (Vertical): TY-WK32LR2W Always be sure to ask a qualified technician to carry out set-up.

NOTE: This equipment is designed to operate in North America and other countries where the broadcasting system and AC

house current are exactly the same as in North America.

FCC STATEMENT

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

Reorient or relocate the TV antenna. Increase the separation between TV and other equipment. Connect TV into separate outlet from other equipment. Consult the dealer or an experienced radio / TV technician for help.

FCC Caution: Any changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the

user’s authority to operate this equipment.

Accessories/Optional Accessory

Accessories

Check you have all the items shown.

Accessories

Remote Control Transmitter

N2QAYB000221

Optional Accessory

Batteries for the Remote Control Transmitter (2)

AA Battery

Cleaning cloth

Wall-hanging bracket

(vertical)

TY-WK32LR2W

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

Operating Instructions Notice sheet (Demo mode) Quick Setup Guide

(For viewing HD Programming) Product Registration Card

(U. S. A) Customer Care Plan Card

(U. S. A)

Installing the remote’s batteries

Hook

Open

Note the correct polarity (+ or -).

Caution

Incorrect installation may cause

battery leakage and corrosion, resulting in damage to the remote control.

Do not mix old and new batteries.

•

Do not mix different battery types

•

(such as alkaline and manganese batteries). Do not use rechargeable (Ni-Cd)

•

batteries.

Do not burn or break batteries.

Location

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

Preparation for Wall-hanging

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

1 2

Disconnect all the cables from the TV.

Remove the TV-Stand.

Remove four screws

Pull out the TV-Stand

Foam mat or thick soft cloth

Quick Start

Guide

Accessories/Optional Accessory

WARNING

Failure to use a Panasonic bracket or choosing to mount the unit yourself will be done at the risk of the consumer.

Any damage resulting from not having a professional installer mount the unit will void your unit’s warranty.

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

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

Do not mount this LCD Television directly below ceiling lights (such as spotlights, floodlights, or halogen lights)

which typically give off high heat. Doing so may warp or damage plastic cabinet parts.

Reference of connection

Antenna terminal Pin terminals HDMI terminal

greenbluered

green

Firmly tighten by hand.

Match colors of plugs and

terminals.

Insert firmly.

To connect the antenna terminal and Cable Box

ANTENNA

Cable In

Basic Connection

Example 1

VHF/UHF Antenna

Cable TV

Connecting Antenna (To watch TV)

VHF/UHF Antenna

Cable TV

VHF/UHF Antenna

NTSC (National Television System Committee):

•

Conventional broadcasting ATSC (Advanced Television Systems Committee):

•

Digital TV Standards include digital high-definition television

(HDTV), standard-definition television (SDTV), data broadcasting, multi-channel surround-sound audio and interactive television.

Back of the TV

AC 120 V

60 Hz

Power Cord (Connect after all the other connections.)

Note

All cables and external equipment shown in this book are not supplied with the TV. For the details of the external equipment’s connections, please refer to the operating manuals for the equipment. For additional assistance, visit us at: www.panasonic.com

(If no Cable Box) or

ANT OUTANT IN

Cable Box

Antenna

terminal

Cable Box/Cable

You need to subscribe to a cable TV service to enjoy viewing their

•

programming. You can enjoy high-definition programming by subscribing to a high-

•

definition cable service. The connection for high-definition can be done with the use of HDMI or Component Video cable. If using a Cable Box set the TV channel to CH3 or CH4 for regular cable.

•

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

•

www.panasonic.ca

To connect the antenna terminal and DVD recorder or VCR

Example 2

Connecting DVD recorder (VCR) (To record/playback)

AV Equipment (e.g. DVD Recorder or VCR)

VHF/UHF Antenna

DVD Recorder

If this source has higher resolution through interlace or progressive signal, connection can be done with the use of Component Video or HDMI cable.

VCR

Connection can be done with the use of an RF cable and Composite Video/S Video cable.

VHF/UHF Antenna

HDMI 1

AV IN

HDMI 2

Back of the TV

ANTENNA

AC 120 V

60 Hz

Power Cord

Cable In

Antenna

terminal

Quick Start

Guide

Basic Connection (TV + DVD Recorder or VCR)

COMPONENT

R-AUDIO-L

DIGITAL AUDIO OUT

ANT OUTANT IN

Manufactured under license from Dolby Laboratories. Fabriqué sous licence de Dolby Laboratories. Fabricado bajo licencia de Dolby Laboratories.

VIDEOAUDIO S VIDEO

Connecting TV and AV equipment

IN 1

VIDEO IN 1

(Antenna + TV)

Please refer to A - D on p. 11

AV Equipment

(e.g. DVD Recorder or VCR)

(with TV tuner)

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

Basic Connection (Continued)

Example 3

Connecting DVD recorder (VCR) and satellite receiver

You can enjoy high-definition programming by subscribing to high-definition satellite service. Connection can be done with the

DVD Recorder

VCR

Satellite

Receiver

VHF/UHF Antenna

use of HDMI or Component Video cable.

VHF/UHF Antenna

AC 120 V

60 Hz

Power Cord

Back of the TV

ANT IN

HDMI 1

R-AUDIO-L

DIGITAL AUDIO OUT

ANT OUTANT IN

AV IN

HDMI 2

ANTENNA

Manufactured under license from Dolby Laboratories. Fabriqué sous licence de Dolby Laboratories. Fabricado bajo licencia de Dolby Laboratories.

Connecting TV and AV equipment

Please refer toA - D on p. 11.

VIDEOAUDIO S VIDEO

Cable In

Antenna

terminal

COMPONENT

IN 1

VIDEO IN 1

Satellite Receiver DVD Recorder or VCR

(with TV tuner)

Note

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

High-Definition

Standard-Definition

HDMI 1

AV IN

HDMI 2

COMPONENT IN 1

VIDEO

VIDEO IN 1

VIDEOAUDIO S VIDEO

VIDEO IN 1

VIDEOAUDIO S VIDEO

S VIDEO

AV cable connections

To use HDMI terminals

AV Equipment

HDMI AV OUT

Connecting to HDMI terminals will enable you to enjoy high-definition digital images and high-quality

sound.

For “VIERA LinkTM connections”, please refer to p. 38.

To use COMPONENT terminals

white red

green

blue

red

white

red

green

blue

red

white

red

green

blue

red

AUDIO OUT

COMPONENT VIDEO OUT

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

e.g. DVD Recorder

AV Equipment

e.g. DVD Recorder

Quick Start

Guide

Basic Connection (AV cable connections)

To use S VIDEO terminals

To use COMPOSITE terminals

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

either S Video or Video cable.

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

terminals.

VID

white

red

yellow

white

red

white

red

yellow

white

red

white

red

yellow

white

red

S VIDEO OUT

AUDIO

OUT

COMPOSITE OUT

(TV + DVD Recorder or VCR + Satellite Receiver)

AV Equipment

e.g. DVD Recorder

e.g. VCR

AV Equipment

e.g. DVD Recorder

e.g. VCR

Note

Some programs contain a copyright protection signal to prevent recording.

When the copyright protection program is displayed, do not connect the other TV monitor through a VCR. Video signals fed through VCRs may be affected by copyright protection systems and the picture will be distorted on the other TV monitor.

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

Identifying Controls

TV controls/indicators

Front of the TV

POWER button

Selects channels in sequence Menu navigations

Volume up/down

Changes the input mode Demonstrates picture quality in vivid mode.

(Press any key to cancel the demo.)

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

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

Note

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

Viewing from SD card (p. 18) Switches TV On or Off (Standby)

Displays Main Menu (p. 22) Changes the input mode (p. 20)

Displays Sub Menu (p. 16, 24) Colored buttons

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

Channel up/down

Changes aspect ratio (p. 16)

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

Switches to previously viewed channel or input modes.

Remote controls

SUB

VIERA Link menu (p. 28-29) Selects Audio Mode for TV viewing

(p. 16) Exits from menu screen Selects/OK/Change

Returns to previous menu

Volume up/down Displays or removes the channel

banner (p. 16) Sound mute On/Off Numeric keypad to select any

channel (p. 15) or press to enter alphanumeric input in menus. (p. 20, 30, 32)

Direct channel access for DTV and DBS (p. 15)

First Time Setup

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

Turn the TV On with the POWER button

Press to exit from

■

a menu screen

(Remote)(TV)

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

Select your viewing environment

Home Store

This setting will be skipped next time. If you select “Store”, “First time setup” will not be displayed.

In case you select “Store” by mistake, unplug the TV and plug it again. Then,

set to “Home” next time.

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

select

Select your language

First time setup

Language

Clock Auto program

Language

English Español Français

English

select

Quick Start

Guide

First Time Setup

Identifying Controls

Press to return

■

to the previous screen

Note

To change setting

(Language/Clock/ Auto program) later, go to Menu screen (p. 24)

Go back to previous screen.

Adjust the clock

First time setup

Language

Clock

Auto program

Clock

Year

Month Day Hour Minute

2008

1 7

10 AM

Go back to previous screen.

select

set select item

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

First Time Setup (Continued)

Auto channel setup

Select “Auto program”

First time setup

Language Clock

Auto program

Select “ANT in”

Program channel

ANT in

Auto

Cable

Select “Auto”

Program channel

ANT in

Auto

Cable

select

set

select

ANT in

Cable: Cable TV Antenna: Antenna

Press to exit from

■

a menu screen

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

Auto program

All channels

Analog only Digital only

Auto program

Progress

Namber of analog channels Namber of digital channels

Press RETURN to quit.

RETURN

Start scanning the channels

Available channels (analog/digital) are automatically set.

All channels: Scans digital and analog channels Analog only: Scans Analog channels only Digital only: Scans Digital channels only

select

Confirm registered channels

rogram

Apply Cancel

aption Favorite Add

. . .

...

Yes

...

Yes

...

Yes

If OK is not pressed after selecting “Apply”, the channels will not be saved.

The channel will be saved when no operation is performed for 60 seconds and

the “Manual program” menu will also exit automatically.

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

select “Apply”

Note

About broadcasting systems

Analog (NTSC): Conventional broadcasting Digital (ATSC): New programming that allows you to view more channels

featuring high-quality video and sound

Watching TV

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

To watch TV and other functions

Turn power on

(TV)

Note

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

Select a channel number

down

(TV)

To directly input the digital channel number

■

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

Quick Start

Guide

Viewing

Watching TV

First Time Setup

example: CH15-1:

Note

Reselect “Cable” or “Antenna” in “ANT in” of “Program channel” to switch the signal reception between cable TV

and antenna. (p. 14, 33)

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

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