Panasonic TC-29P250H, TX-68P250Z, TX29P250X, TX-80P250Z, TC-34P250H User Manual

Colour Television

Operating Instructions

Model No.

TX-29P250X TX-68P250Z TX-80P250Z

TC-29P250H TC-34P250H

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FLA

DIGI

100Hz PROGRESSIVE PIP TEXT TX-34P250T

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

Warnings and Cautions 4~5 Before Operating This Set 6~7

How to Use This Manual...................................................................................................................................................... 6

Battery Installation ........................................................................................................... .................................................... 6

Connecting the Aerial cable to the RF In Terminal .............................................................................................................. 7

Connecting the Plug to the Wall outlet................................................................................................................................. 7

How to turn the Power On.................................................................................................................................................... 7

Location of Controls 8~9

Remote Control....................................................................................................................................................................8

Controls and Terminals on the TV........................................................................................................................................ 9

Connections 10~13

How to connect the “AV1, 2, 3 or 4” Input Terminals ......................................................................................................... 10

How to connect the DVD Input Terminals .......................................................................................................................... 11

How to connect the AV Monitor Output Terminals to other equipment .............................................................................. 11

How to connect the RGB Input Terminals.......................................................................................................................... 12

Connecting Headphones ................................................................................................................................................... 13

Table of Contents

General Operation 14~15

How to switch the power ON or OFF ................................................................................................................................. 14

Programme Number Selection .......................................................................................................................................... 14

Direct Programme Number Selection ................................................................................................................................ 14

Volume Adjustment............................................................................................................................................................ 15

Mute Button ....................................................................................................................................................................... 15

TV/AV Mode Selection....................................................................................................................................................... 15

Recall Button ..................................................................................................................................................................... 15

STR.................................................................................................................................................................................... 15

Function selection.............................................................................................................................................................. 15

Geomagnetic Correction 16 Using the On Screen Displays 17 Picture Menu 18~19 Sound Menu 20~21 Setup Menu 22~23 Tuning Menu 24~27

Channel Selection.............................................................................................................................................................. 24

Auto tune ........................................................................................................................................................................... 26

Manual tune ....................................................................................................................................................................... 27

Aspect Controls ................................................................................................................................................................. 28

Menu Operation 29

Multi PIP ............................................................................................................................................................................ 29

Channel search.................................................................................................................................................................. 30

Advanced Remote Control Operation 31

Stereo Reception ............................................................................................................................................................... 31

VCR / LD / DVD ................................................................................................................................................................. 32

TELE TEXT........................................................................................................................................................................ 33

Channel Allocation 36 T roubleshooting 37 Specifications 38~39

Battery cautions

The incorrect use of batteries can cause electrolyte leakage which will corrode the Remote Control or cause the batteries to burst.

Old Batteries New Batteries

Replace both batteries at the same time. Don't mix battery types

(alkaline with carbon zinc, etc.)

Don't Recharge.

Warnings and Cautions

Warnings

Unplug the power cord in the event of any malfunction (screen goes blank, no sound, odd sounds, smoke or unusual odors coming from the unit). Unplug the power cord if foreign matter or water falls into the unit, or if the unit is dropped or the cabinet is damaged.

DO NOT place any of the following on the unit: Flower vases, flower pots, cups, small metal objects, or cosmetics containers, chemicals or water.

DO NOT insert foreign objects (metal or easily flammable objects).

DO NOT use this unit near water. (Near a bath tub, etc.)

DO NOT use if the power cord or power plug is damaged, or if the plug does not fit tightly into the socket.

DO NOT use at a voltage other than indicated

Cautions

TAKE CARE NOT to damage the power cord.

DO NOT touch the aerial cable and this unit when there is lightning.

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 remove the rear cover as live parts and High Voltage components are accessible when the rear cover is removed.

DO NOT place in an unstable location

DO NOT touch the power plug if your hands are wet.

Warnings and Cautions

Caution

DO NOT stand, or place heavy objects on the unit. Particular care should be taken by families with small children.

Adequate ventilation is essential to prevent failure of electrical components, we recommend that a gap of at least 10 cm( ) is left all around this unit even when it is placed inside a cabinet or between shelves.

Before cleaning, unplug the power plug from the socket.

Unplug the power plug from the socket if you are not going to use the unit for an extended period.

Place in a safe location.

Turn the power “Off” before connecting other electrical equipment.

DO NOT joint the unit.

Ask your sales outlet to install the aerial.

Cleaning

The unit contains many plastic parts. For this reason DO NOT use benzine, thinner or other chemicals to clean the unit.

DO NOT bring into contact with insecticide or other volatile substances. DO NOT allow the unit to come into contact for extended periods with rubber or vinyl products.

Dust will accumulate on the picture screen. Please wipe with a soft cloth from time to time. If you use a chemically treated cloth, please be careful to follow the instructions that come with the cloth.

Remove dirt and soiling by wiping with a light cloth. Even if the unit is heavily soiled, do not apply cleaner directly to the unit. Soak a cloth in a solution of neutral cleanser thinned with water. Then wring out the cloth, wipe the unit clean, and finish by wiping with a dry cloth.

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

PICTURE

SOUND

SET UP

TV/TEXT

100Hz/ PROGRE

SURROUND

ASPECT

MULTI

PIP

F.P. INDEX

CH SEARCH

89 0

HOLD

STILL

TV/AV

TEXT Index /Channel Search

TEXT hold /Still

TC-29P250H TC-34P250H

Picture AI

Picture Noise Reduction

PICTURE

SOUND

SET UP

D.PNR

100Hz/ PROGRE

SURROUND

ASPECT

MULTI

PIP

P.AI STILL

CH SEARCH

89 0

TV/AV

Channel Search Still

Note:

• Mainly the remote control for TX-29P250X, TX-68P250Z, TX-80P250Z is used as an example in the Operating Instructions.

Battery Installation

Open the cover.

Apply slight downward pressure while pulling towards the bottom.

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

Do not use rechargeable (Ni-Cd) batteries. They are different in shape and performance and may fail to ensure correct operation.

Replace the cover, and slide in reverse until the lock snaps.

Before Operating This Set

Connecting the Aerial cable to the RF In Terminal

VHF Aerial

Mixer

UHF Aerial

RF In Terminal

MONITOR

OUT

S-VIDEO

VIDEO

AUDIO

75 Ohm Coaxial Cable

Coaxial Aerial Plug

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.

AV1INAV2INAV4

DVD

[Y-PB-PR]

MONO MONO

DVD

[Y-PB-PR]

VIDEO

MONO

AUDIO

RF in Terminal

Coaxial aerial plug

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 PROGR

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)

PICTURE

SOUND

SET UP

TV/TEXT

100Hz/ PROGRE

SURROUND

ASPECT

MUL TI

PIP

F.P. INDEX

CH SEARCH

89 0

TV/AV

HOLD

STILL

Sound Mute (see page 15)

Programme Number Up and Down

(see page 14)

Volume Up and Down (see page 15) TV/AV Mode Selection (see page 15)

Coloured buttons used for Aspect functions (see page 28) Teletext functions (see page 33) AV selection (see page 15)

TEXT Index (see page 34) /Channel Search (see page 30)

TEXT hold (see page 30) /Still (see page 30)

Direct programme Number Two Digit- programme Number

Selection (see page 14) VCR/LD/DVD Play (see page 32)

Recall (see page 15)

VCR/LD/DVD Rewind/Review

(see page 32)

Normalization (see page 19)

Store (see page 15)

TC-29P250H, TC-34P250H

Picture AI (see page 19)

Picture Noise Reduction

(see page 19)

D.PNR

100Hz/ PROGRE

LD/DVD

REC VCR

STR HELP

P.AI STILL

DISC SIDE

CH SEARCH

VCR/LD/DVD Fast Forward/cue (see page 32)

VCR/LD/DVD Stop (see page 32)

VCR/LD/DVD Control (see page 32)

Help (see page 17)

Channel Search (see page 30) Still (see page 30)

Location of Controls

Controls and Terminals on the TV

STR F –/ +/ TV/AV

MONITOR

OUT

S-VIDEO

VIDEO

AUDIO

AV1INAV2INAV4

DVD

[Y-PB-PR]

MONO MONO

PRP

RL/MONO

RGB (31.5kHz)

AV3

S-VIDEO

RL/MONO

RGB (31.5kHz)

AV3

AUDIO

S-VIDEO

VIDEO

Main Sub.

VIDEO

AUDIO

STR F –/ +/ TV/AV

OUT

AV1INAV2

MONO MONO

DVD

[Y-PB-PR]

MONITOR

S-VIDEO

VIDEO

DVD

[Y-PB-PR]

VIDEO

MONO

AUDIO

VIDEO

AUDIO

MONO

AV4

DVD

[Y-PB-PR]

Item

No.

Function Refer to

Main Headphones Jack 13 Sub Headphones Jack 13 AV3 Input Terminals 10 RGB Input Terminal 12 STR 15 Function 15

Volume Down (−) / Programme Number

Down ( )

Volume Up (+) / Programme Number

Up ( )

Page

14,15 14,15

Item

No.

Function Refer to

Page

TV/AV Selection 15 Aerial Terminal (RF In Terminal) 7 Monitor Output Terminals 11 AV1 Input Terminals 10 AV2 Input Terminals 10 AV4 Input Terminals 10

DVD ( Y. P

. PR ) Input 11

Connections

How to connect the “AV1, 2, 3 or 4” Input Terminals

Connect VCRs and other peripheral equipment

(Super-VHS VCR)

AV1

MONO

S Video

( )

input

MONITOR

OUT

S-VIDEO

VIDEO

AUDIO

AV1INAV2

MONO MONO

DVD

[Y-PB-PR]

VIDEO

MONO

AUDIO

Audio

OUT

Video

OUT

S-Video

OUT

VIDEO

AUDIO

AV4

DVD

[Y-PB-PR]

(VHS VCR)

Audio

OUT

Video

OUT

VIDEO AUDIO

MONO

AV1

MONITOR

OUT

S-VIDEO

VIDEO

AUDIO

AV1INAV2

MONO MONO

DVD

[Y-PB-PR]

VIDEO

AUDIO

MONO

AV4

DVD

[Y-PB-PR]

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 A V4 audio input terminals serve as the audio input terminal for both the V ideo input and for the DVD input AV2.

Connections

How to connect the DVD Input Terminals

DVD Player

Audio

OUT

DVD(Y•PB•PR) OUT

PBY

MONO

AUDIO

OUT

AV1INAV2

MONO MONO

[Y-PB-PR]

PR PR

DVD

[Y-PB-PR]

MONITOR

S-VIDEO

VIDEO

AUDIO

DVD

VIDEO

AUDIO

MONO

AV4

DVD

[Y-PB-PR]

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.

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

Audio Video

RLIN IN

OUT

S-VIDEO

VIDEO

AUDIO

MONITOR

OUT

S-VIDEO

VIDEO

AUDIO

AV1INAV2

MONO MONO

DVD

VIDEO

MONO

AUDIO

AV4

DVD

[Y-PB-PR]

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.

Connections

Pin No.

Signal Name

Pin No.

Signal Name

Pin No.

Signal Name

1 2 3 4 5

R G

GND (Ground

)

GND (Ground

)

GND (Ground

)

HD/SYNC

NC (not connected

)

GND (Ground

)

GND (Ground

)

GND (Ground

)

NC (not connected

)

GND (Ground

)

6 7 8 9

11 12 13 14 15

How to connect the RGB Input Terminals

Main Sub.

S-VIDEO

VIDEO

RL/MONO

AUDIO

AV3

RGB (31.5kHz)

COMPUTER

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

15 141312

Pin Layout for RGB Input Terminal

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