Panasonic TC-P54Z1 User Manual

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Operating Instructions

54” Class 1080p Plasma HDTV

(54.1 inches measured diagonally)

Model No.

TC-P54Z1

Quick Start Guide

(See page 8-24)

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

1-877-95-VIERA (958-4372)

or visit us at www.panasonic.com/contactinfo

English

For assistance (Canada), please call:

1-866-330-0014

or visit us at www.vieraconcierge.ca

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.

TQBC2488-1

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VIERA Link™ is a trademark of Panasonic

Corporation.

VIERA CAST™ is a trademark of

Panasonic Corporation.

SDHC Logo is a trademark.

HD3D Sound

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HDMI, the HDMI logo and High-Definition

Multimedia Interface are trademarks or

registered trademarks of HDMI Licensing

LLC.

Manufactured under license from

Dolby Laboratories.

Dolby and the double-D symbol are

trademarks of Dolby Laboratories.

Turn your own living room into a movie theater!

Experience an amazing level of multimedia excitement

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Contents

Please read before using the unit

Enjoy rich multimedia

Amplifier
Home theater
system

SD memory card

Camcorder

Personal

computer

VCR

DVD recorder/

Blu-ray Disc recorder

This product qualifies for ENERGY
STAR in the “Home Use” setting and this
is the setting in which energy savings
will be achieved. Any modifications to
the “Home Use” setting or other factory
default settings could result in greater
energy consumption beyond levels that
meet ENERGY STAR qualifications.

Set Top Box

DVD player/

Blu-ray Disc player

Safety Precautions ·······································4
Notes ····························································7

Quick Start Guide

Accessories/Optional Accessory ·····8
Basic Connection ···························15
Identifying Controls ························ 19
First Time Setup·····························21

Enjoy your TV!

Basic Features

Watching TV ···············································25
Using VIERA TOOLS ································· 27
Viewing from an SD Card ··························28
Watching Videos and DVDs ·······················32
VIERA CASTTM ···········································34
Network Camera ········································ 36
Displaying PC Screen on TV ·····················38

Advanced Features

How to Use Menu Functions

(picture, sound quality, etc.) ·······················40
VIERA LinkTM “HDAVI ControlTM” ················44
Network setting ·········································· 50
VIERA CAST setting ··································52
Lock ··························································· 54
Editing and Setting Channels·····················56
Closed Caption ·········································· 58
Input Labels ··············································· 59
Using Timer ················································ 60
Remote control registration ························61
Recommended AV Connections ················ 62

Manufactured under

license from BBE Sound,

Inc.

HDAVI Control™ is a trademark of Panasonic Corporation.

The WiHD™ logo is licensed for use by WirelessHD, LLC.

Licensed by BBE Sound, Inc. under

one or more of the following US

patents: 5510752, 5736897.

BBE and BBE symbol are registered

trademarks of BBE Sound, Inc.

FAQs, etc.

Ratings List for Lock ··································63
Technical Information ································· 64
Care and Cleaning ·····································68
Specifications ············································· 69
FAQ ···························································· 70
Limited Warranty

(for U.S.A. and Puerto Rico only)···············72
Customer Services Directory

(for U.S.A. and Puerto Rico) ······················73
Limited Warranty (for Canada) ···················74

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Safety Precautions

WARNING: To reduce the risk of fire or electric shock, do not expose this apparatus to rain or moisture.

Do not place liquid containers (flower vase, cups, cosmetics, etc.) above the set
(including on shelves above, etc.).

Important Safety Instructions

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

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
arrowhead 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.

WARNING/CAUTION

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.

Set up

This Plasma TV may fall and can cause personal injury or

even death if not installed correctly. To prevent personal injury
or death, follow these warnings:

Install the Plasma TV in accordance with the

manufacturer’s recommended pedestal or stand,
corresponding hardware and installation instructions.

This Plasma TV is for use only with the following optional

accessories. Use with any other type of optional accessories
may cause instability. The following accessories are
manufactured by Panasonic Corporation.

• Wall-hanging bracket (Vertical) TY-WK5P1SW

Be sure to ask a qualified technician to carry out the

installation and set-up.

Two or more people are required to install or remove the

television.

Some wall mounts (wall-hanging brackets) are not

designed to be mounted to walls with steel studs or old
cinder block constructions.

Ask your dealer or licensed contractor to properly secure the

wall-hanging bracket.

Do not place the Plasma TV or its stand on a sloped or

unstable surface.

The Plasma TV may fall or tip over.

Do not support the Plasma TV on a non-specified

pedestal.

Do not place the Plasma TV on furniture that can easily

be used as steps, such as a chest of drawers.
Do not climb or allow children to climb on the Plasma TV
Place or install the Plasma TV where it cannot be pushed,

pulled over or knocked down.
Route all cords and cables such that they cannot be

tripped over or pulled by curious children.
Do not place any objects on top of the Plasma TV.

If water spills onto the Plasma TV or foreign objects get

inside it, a short-circuit may occur which could result in fire

or electric shock. If any foreign objects get inside the Plasma

TV, please consult an Authorized Service Center.

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AC Power Supply Cord

To prevent fire or electric shock:

The Plasma TV is designed to operate on a 120 V AC,

60 Hz service. Insert the power cord plug as far as it will
go into the wall socket.

If the plug is not fully inserted, heat may generate, which

could cause a fire.

Do not handle the power cord plug with wet hands.
Do not do anything that might damage the power supply

cord.

When disconnecting the power supply cord, hold the

plug, not the cord.

Handling the power supply cord

Insert the power plug fully into the socket outlet. (If the

power plug is loose, it could generate heat and cause fire.)
Ensure that the power plug is easily accessible.
Ensure the earth pin on the power plug is securely

connected to prevent electrical shock.

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An apparatus with CLASS I construction shall be connected to
a power socket outlet with a protective earthing connection.

Do not touch the power plug with a wet hand. (This may

cause electrical shock.)
Do not use any power cord other than that provided with

this TV. (This may cause fire or electrical shock.)
Do not damage the power cord. (A damaged cord may

cause fire or electrical shock.)

Do not move the TV with the cord plugged in the socket outlet.

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• Do not place a heavy object on the cord or place the cord
near a high-temperature object.

• Do not twist the cord, bend it excessively, or stretch it.

• Do not pull on the cord. Hold onto the power plug body
when disconnecting cord.

• Do not use a damaged power plug or socket outlet.

Radio waves

Do not place this TV in any medical institutions or

locations with medical devices.

Radio waves from this TV may interfere with the medical

devices and cause accidents due to the malfunction.

Do not use this TV near any automatic control devices

such as automatic doors or fire alarms.

Radio waves from this TV may interfere with the automatic

control devices and cause accidents due to the malfunction.

Keep the RF remote control, Tuner Box and Wireless Unit

away at least 8.7 inches (22 cm) from the location where
a cardiac pacemaker is implanted.

Radio waves from this TV may interfere with the operation of

the pacemaker.

Do not disassemble the RF remote control, Tuner Box or

Wireless Unit.

It may cause troubles such as difficulties in communication.

If Problems Occur During Use

If a problem occurs (such as no picture or no sound),

or if smoke or an abnormal odor is detected from the
Plasma TV, unplug the power supply cord immediately.

Continued use of the TV under these conditions might cause

a fire or permanent damage to the TV. Have the TV evaluated
by an Authorized Service Center. Servicing of the TV by
unauthorized personnel is strongly discouraged due to its
high voltage.

If water or an object gets inside the Plasma TV, if the

Plasma TV is dropped, or if the enclosure becomes
damaged, unplug the power supply cord immediately.

A short-circuit may occur, which could cause a fire. Contact

an Authorized Service Center for an evaluation.

CAUTION

Do not cover the ventilation holes.

Doing so may cause the Plasma TV to overheat, which can

cause a fire or damage to the Plasma TV.

Leave a space of 3 15/16” (10 cm) or more at the top, left

and right, and 2 3/4” (7 cm) or more at the rear.

When using the pedestal, keep the space between the

bottom of the TV and the pedestal or stand surface clear
from objects that may obstruct ventilation.

When Moving the Plasma TV

Be sure to disconnect all cables before moving the

Plasma TV.

Moving the TV with its cables attached might damage the

cables which, in turn, can cause fire or electric shock

To prevent an electric shock, disconnect the power

plug from the wall outlet as a safety precaution before
carrying out any cleaning.

Transport only in upright position

Transporting the unit with its display panel facing upright or

downward may cause damage to the internal circuitry.

Using a dry cloth, clean any dust from the power supply

cord and plug regularly.

Build-up of dust on the power cord plug can increase

humidity, which might damage the insulation and cause a fire.

This Plasma TV radiates infrared rays;

therefore, it may affect other infrared communication

equipment. Install your infrared sensor in a place away from
direct or reflected light from your Plasma TV.

The TV will still consume some power as long as the power
supply cord is connected to the wall outlet.

Display panel is made of glass. Do not apply strong force

or impact to the display panel.

This may cause damage resulting in injury.

The TV is heavy. TV should be handled by 2 or more

people. Support as shown to avoid injury by the TV
tipping or falling.

When the Wireless Unit (Receiver) is attached, do not hold it.

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CEA CHILD SAFETY NOTICES: Flat panel displays are not always supported on the proper stands or
installed according to the manufacturer’s recommendations. Flat panel displays that are inappropriat ely
situated on dressers, bookcases, shelves, desks, speakers, chests or carts may fall over and may cause
personal injury or even death.

The consumer electronics industry (of which Panasonic is a member) is committed to making home
entertainment enjoyable and safe. To prevent personal injury or death, be sure to follow the following safety
guidelines:

TUNE INTO SAFETY:

• One size does NOT fit all. Follow the manufacturer’s recommendations for the safe installation and use
of your flat panel display.

• Carefully read and understand all enclosed instructions for proper use of this product.

• Don’t allow children to climb on or play with furniture and television sets.

• Don’t place flat panel displays on furniture that can easily be used as steps, such as a chest of drawers.

• Remember that children can become excited while watching a program, especially on “larger than life”

flat panel displays. Care should be taken to install the display where it cannot be pushed, pulled over,
or knocked down.

• Care should be taken to route all cords and cables connected to the flat panel display so that they
cannot be pulled or grabbed by curious children.

WALL MOUNTING: IF YOU DECIDE TO WALL MOUNT YOUR FLAT PANEL DISPLAY, ALWAYS:

• Use a mount that has been recommended by the display manufacturer and/or listed by an independent
laboratory (such as UL, CSA, ETL).

• Follow all instructions supplied by the display and wall mount manufacturers.

• If you have any doubts about your ability to safely install your flat panel display, contact your retailer

about professional installation.

• Make sure the wall where you are mounting the display is appropriate. Some wall mounts are not
designed to be mounted to walls with steel studs or old cinder block construction. If you are unsure,
contact a professional installer.

• A minimum of two people are required for installation. Flat panel displays can be heavy.

Panasonic recommends that a qualified installer perform the wall-mount
installation. See page 4.

Safety Precautions (Continued)

FCC STATEMENT

FCC Note:

This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, 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 harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by
turning the 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 receiving antenna.

• Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.

• Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected.

• Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.

FCC Caution:
To assure continued compliance, follow the attached installation instructions and use only shielded interface cables
when connecting to computer or peripheral devices. Any changes or modifications not expressly approved by Panasonic
Corp. of North America could void the user’s authority to operate this device.

FCC RF Exposure Warning:

• This product contains wireless transmitter that complies with FCC radiation exposure limits set forth for an uncontrolled
environment.

• This product’s internal mounted wireless transmitter must not be installed or operated within 20 cm (8 inches) spacing between
all person’s body (excluding extremities of hands, wrist and feet for RF remote control) and other outside wireless transmitters.

• This product’s wireless transmitter must not be co-located or operated with any other antenna or transmitter.

FCC Declaration of Conformity

Model No. TC-P54Z1

Responsible Party: Panasonic Corporation of North America

One Panasonic Way, Secaucus, NJ 07094

Contact Source: Panasonic Consumer Electronics Company

1-877-95-VIERA (958-4372)

email: [e-mail]

This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules and RSS-210 of Industry Canada. Operation is subject to the following two conditions:
(1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that
may cause undesired operation.

CANADIAN NOTICE:

For Model TC-P54Z1
This Class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003.

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CEA CHILD SAFETY NOTICES: Flat panel displays are not always supported on the proper stands or
installed according to the manufacturer’s recommendations. Flat panel displays that are inappropriat ely
situated on dressers, bookcases, shelves, desks, speakers, chests or carts may fall over and may cause
personal injury or even death.

The consumer electronics industry (of which Panasonic is a member) is committed to making home
entertainment enjoyable and safe. To prevent personal injury or death, be sure to follow the following safety
guidelines:

TUNE INTO SAFETY:

• One size does NOT fit all. Follow the manufacturer’s recommendations for the safe installation and use
of your flat panel display.

• Carefully read and understand all enclosed instructions for proper use of this product.

• Don’t allow children to climb on or play with furniture and television sets.

• Don’t place flat panel displays on furniture that can easily be used as steps, such as a chest of drawers.

• Remember that children can become excited while watching a program, especially on “larger than life”

flat panel displays. Care should be taken to install the display where it cannot be pushed, pulled over,
or knocked down.

• Care should be taken to route all cords and cables connected to the flat panel display so that they
cannot be pulled or grabbed by curious children.

WALL MOUNTING: IF YOU DECIDE TO WALL MOUNT YOUR FLAT PANEL DISPLAY, ALWAYS:

• Use a mount that has been recommended by the display manufacturer and/or listed by an independent
laboratory (such as UL, CSA, ETL).

• Follow all instructions supplied by the display and wall mount manufacturers.

• If you have any doubts about your ability to safely install your flat panel display, contact your retailer

about professional installation.

• Make sure the wall where you are mounting the display is appropriate. Some wall mounts are not
designed to be mounted to walls with steel studs or old cinder block construction. If you are unsure,
contact a professional installer.

• A minimum of two people are required for installation. Flat panel displays can be heavy.

Panasonic recommends that a qualified installer perform the wall-mount
installation. See page 4.

Notes

Do not display a still picture for a long time

This causes the image to remain on the plasma screen
(“Image retention”). This is not considered a malfunction and is not covered by the warranty.

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Typical still images

Channel number and other logos

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Image displayed in 4:3 mode

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SD Card photo • Video game • Computer image

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Do not place the unit where it’s exposed to sunlight or other bright light (including reflections).
Use of some types of fluorescent lighting may reduce the remote control’s transmission range.

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To prevent “Image retention”, the screen saver is
automatically activated after a few minutes if no signals are
sent or no operations are performed. (p. 71)

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B

C

Accessories/Optional Accessory

Accessories

Check you have all the items shown.

Remote Control
Transmitter

N2QBYB000005

Batteries for the
Remote Control
Transmitter (2)

AA Battery

Pedestal

TBLX0107

Product Registration Card
(U.S.A.)

Customer Care Plan Card
(U.S.A.)

Operating Instructions

Viera Concierge and basic
instruction for HDTV

Installing the remote’s batteries

Pull open

Hook

Note the correct
polarity (+ or -).

Close

Caution

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

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Do not mix old and new batteries.

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Do not mix different battery types
(such as alkaline and manganese
batteries).

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Do not use rechargeable (Ni-Cd)
batteries.

Do not burn or break batteries.
Do not disassemble or modify the

remote control.

Optional Accessory

Note

In order to maintain the TV’s performance and safety, be absolutely sure

to ask your dealer or a licensed contractor to secure the wall-hanging
brackets.

Carefully read the instructions accompanying the plasma TV stand or

pedestal, and be absolutely sure to take steps to prevent the TV from
tipping over.

Handle the TV carefully during installation since subjecting it to impact

or other forces may cause its panel to crack.

Wall-hanging bracket

(vertical)

TY-WK5P1SW

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C

C

B

B

Accessories

How to assemble
(p. 9)

Cleaning cloth

RS232C terminal
Specifications

Wireless Unit set

p. 11

(Receiver and Transmitter)

Tuner Box

TU-Z100U

Cable clamper (2)

Speaker set

p. 10

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A

B

C

Assembling the pedestal

A

C

B

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Attaching the pedestal to TV

Be careful not to scratch the surface (part with

gloss finish) of the base during assembly

Remove the cable cover attached to the

frame. (It will be used again after the pedestal
is attached to the display Unit.)

Fix securely with assembly screws A. (Total 2 screws)

Tighten screws firmly (tightening torque: 1.8 - 2.0 N• m)

Hole for the base installation

Base

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Frame

Cable cover

Frame

Attach the pedestal to TV

Slide the pedestal frame posts into the brackets on the back of the TV.

Fix securely with assembly screws C. (Total 4 screws)

Tighten screws firmly (tightening torque: 1.5 - 1.8 N• m)

Base

Accessories

Assembly screws

M8 × 30 (Silver) (2)

M4 × 10 (Black) (4)

M5 × 25 (Black) (4)

Base (1)

Frame (1)

Holder cover (1)

Accessories/Optional Accessory

Pedestal

Holder cover

Attach the Holder cover with assembly screws B.

(Total 4 screws)

Attach the cable cover

Cable cover

Tabs

Insert the tabs of the
cable cover into the hole at
the back of the pedestal.

Cable

Hole

Place each cable in the groove at the back of the

pedestal and snap the cable cover in.

* The lower part of the groove is separated in right

and left. Use the one suitable for you.

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Accessories

Speaker (2)

SP-54Z1U

Mounting bracket
[Top] (2)

TXFKR04DLUJ

Front Back

[Lower right] (1)

TXFKR05DLUJ

Front Back

[Lower left] (1)

TXFKR06DLUJ

Front Back

Assembly screws

TXFXY01DLUJB

(8) (8)

Speaker cable (2)

TXJ/SPDKUU-1

Accessories/Optional Accessory

(Continued)

Attaching the pedestal to TV (continued)

Attaching the pedestal to TV

Warning

Do not disassemble or modify the pedestal.

Otherwise the TV may fall over and become damaged, and personal injury may result.

Caution

Do not use any other TV and displays.

Otherwise the TV may fall over and become damaged, and personal injury may result.

Do not use the pedestal if it becomes warped or physically damaged.

If you use the pedestal when it is physically damaged, personal injury may result. Contact your nearest Panasonic

Dealer immediately.

During set-up, make sure that all screws are securely tightened.

If sufficient care is not taken to ensure screws are properly tightened during assembly, the pedestal will not be

strong enough to support the TV, and it might fall over and become damaged, and personal injury may result.

Attaching the Speaker to TV

Fix the Mounting bracket securely to the back of the Display unit with

Assembly screws .

Insert the speaker mounting screws temporarily in the screw outermost

holes of the speaker and fix the speaker mounting screws to the speaker
mounting bracket.

Orient the front side of the Mounting bracket toward the rear side of the

speaker and Display Unit side.
Fix it same as the speaker at the other side.
There will be a gap between the Display Unit and the speaker.

Mounting
bracket
[Lower right]

Assembly
screws

Back of
Display Unit

Mounting bracket
[Top]

Assembly
screws

Back of
Display Unit

Speaker

Place the temporarily inserted screws
into the counter sunk holes
on the bracket

Connect Display Unit and speaker with speaker cable.

Fix it in the same way as the speaker on the other side.

Lower right
(Back of Display Unit)

Speaker
cable

Speaker

Press the

part and

remove the hook.

Hook

To open the Clamper

Connect the terminal
near the ferrite core to
the Display Unit.

Note

Tighten the screws firmly.
Insert to the end of the speaker cable terminal firmly.
Loosen the screw shown in fig. A above to adjust the gap between the speaker and the Display Unit.
Do not hold the speaker to transport the unit.

HDMI AV OUT

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Quick Start

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Connecting Display Unit, Tuner Box and Wireless Unit

HDMI AV OUT

Wired connection

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Connect Display Unit to Tuner Box

Display Unit

Tuner
Box

HDMI Cable

Accessories

Assembly screws (2)

TXFXY01JSUJB

M4 × 10

HDMI cable

K1HY19YY0006

9.8 ft (3.0 m)

Exclusive cable for Wireless Unit

TXFMM01JSUU

Exclusive cable for Wireless
Receiver

1.6 ft (0.5 m)

Accessories/Optional Accessory

Wireless connection

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Connect Wireless Unit (Receiver) to Display Unit

Exclusive cable for Wireless Receiver

ferrite core

Assembly screws

Hole for Cable
clamper

Insert the metal tab on the
top of the Wireless Unit
(Receiver) into the groove of
the Display Unit.

Insert the tabs on the front of
the Wireless Unit (Receiver)
into the holes at the back of
the Display Unit.

Exclusive cable for Wireless
Transmitter

3.3 ft (1.0 m)

Cable clamper (2)

TMME364

Wireless Unit (Receiver)

TU-WHR1U

Wireless Unit (Transmitter)

TU-WHT1U

Fix securely with assembly
screws (Total 2 screws).

Caution

Do not disassemble or modify the

Wireless Unit.

Connect the Exclusive cable for

Wireless Receiver which has
ferrite core on Display Unit side.

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Accessories/Optional Accessory

(Continued)

Note

Do not connect any other device than Wireless Unit to the HDMI terminal of the Display Unit/Tuner Box.
Connect the Exclusive cable for Wireless Transmitter which has ferrite core to Tuner Box side.
If the connection is not correct, the following icons will be displayed when the Display unit and the Tuner box are

turned on.

Connect Wireless Unit (Transmitter) to Tuner Box

Exclusive cable

for Wireless

Transmitter

Hole for Cable
clamper

ferrite core

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Cable Binding for Wireless Unit

Wireless Unit (Receiver) Wireless Unit (Transmitter)

Attach to hole for Cable

clamper

Unlock it and connect

the AV cable out of
the Exclusive cable
for Wireless Receiver/
Transmitter.

Fix the cable so that it will

not become unplugged.

This Display Unit is connected to a device other than Tuner Box.

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Quick Start

Guide

Installing the Display Unit, Tuner Box and Wireless Unit

Side View

approx. 10 m

40°

5

°

The angle of the

transmitter can be adjusted

to 40º upward and 5º

downward.

5 m

Display

Receiver

Floor

Top View

5 m

[Horizontal Direction]

45°
45°

5 m

[Vertical Direction]

Display

Transmitter

10 m

80°80°

Receiver

Transmitter

5 m

Precautions for Wireless Unit

Transmission Range

Use the Wireless Unit (Transmitter) within a straight line distance of 10 m (approx.) from the Wireless Unit (Receiver).
The range may be shortened if there are any obstacles or the surrounding environment or building structure affects
the transmission.

Installation Environment

Do not install this apparatus in the following locations to avoid distortion of image or audio or unit failure due to the
radio performance degradation.

Location subject to be high temperature (near the heater etc.)
Location with poor air circulation (at the end of a closed rack etc.)

In the following cases, the image or audio may be distorted or intermittent, or the apparatus may not operate properly

There is a strong obstacle for the radio waves between the Wireless Unit (Transmitter) and Wireless Unit (Receiver).

(furniture, AV devices, rack, rack door etc.)
Wireless Unit (Transmitter) is not facing the Wireless Unit (Receiver).
Wireless Unit (Transmitter) is placed significantly far from the front of Wireless Unit (Receiver) direction.

(Especially in a high position near the TV display, behind the TV, behind the right side of the pedestal)

Interference from Other Devices

If the Wireless Unit (Transmitter)/Wireless Unit (Receiver) is too close to other devices, failures such as malfunction
or slow remote control response may occur due to the radio wave interference.
Keep the transmitter away from the following devices as much as possible:

Wireless LAN, Microwaves, Telephones, Other electric devices

Accessories/Optional Accessory

:

Note

When the signal state is poor and the power lamp of the Wireless Unit (Transmitter) / Wireless Unit (Receiver) is lit

red, communication may not be able to be performed again automatically (no video and audio output).
In such a case, turn the power off and then on again with the remote control.

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15

Quick Start

Guide

To connect the antenna terminal and Cable Box

Accessories/Optional Accessory

(Continued)

Cable Binding Instructions

Antenna terminal Pin terminals HDMI terminal

greenbluered

green

Firmly tighten by hand.

Match colors of plugs and terminals.
Insert firmly.

Insert firmly.

Reference of connection

To attach

hole

Insert

To bundle

To remove

To loosen

Keep pushing
both sides until
they snap

Snaps

Set

hooks

knob

Keep pushing
the knob

Cable clamper

Fasten the cables with the Cable clamper as

necessary.

When using the options, follow the option’s

assembly manual to fix cables.

15

Quick Start

Guide

To connect the antenna terminal and Cable Box

Basic Connection

Example 1

TV

AC 120 V

60 Hz

AC Cord
(Connect after
all the other
connections have
been made.)

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.

AV IN

Cable TV

VHF/UHF Antenna

or

Basic Connection (Antenna + TV)

Accessories/Optional Accessory

(If no Cable Box)

or

Cable Box/Cable

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

•

programming.
If using a Cable Box set the TV channel to CH3 or CH4 for regular cable.

•

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. (p. 18)
To view high-definition programming select the correct video input. (p. 32)

•

Note

Not all cables and external equipment shown in this book are supplied with the TV.
For more details on the external equipment’s connections, please refer to the operating manuals for the equipment.
When disconnecting the power cord, be absolutely sure to disconnect the power cord plug from the wall outlet first.
For additional assistance, visit us at: www.panasonic.com

www.panasonic.ca

ANT OUT ANT IN

Cable Box

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17

Quick Start

Guide

To connect the antenna terminal and DVD recorder or VCR

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

AV IN

AV IN

Basic Connection (Continued)

Example 2

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

DVD Recorder

If the source has a higher resolution signal (480p/720p/
1080i/1080p), connection can be made with the use of
a Component Video or HDMI cable. (p. 18)

VCR

Connection can be made with the use of an RF cable
and Composite Video/S Video cable. (p. 18)

VHF/UHF Antenna

TV

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

AC Cord

AC 120 V

60 Hz

VHF/UHF Antenna

AV Equipment

(e.g. DVD Recorder or VCR)

(with TV tuner)

Connecting TV and AV equipment

Please refer to

A

- D on p. 18

A

D

AV IN

B

D

A

C

ANT OUT ANT IN

17

Quick Start

Guide

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

AV IN

Example 3

Connecting DVD recorder (VCR) and satellite receiver

TV

DVD Recorder

or

VCR

Satellite

Receiver

VHF/UHF Antenna

You can enjoy high-definition
programming by subscribing to
high-definition satellite service.
Connection can be done with the
use of HDMI or Component Video
cable. (p. 18)

AC 120 V

60 Hz

VHF/UHF Antenna

AC Cord

AV IN

Basic Connection (TV + DVD Recorder or VCR + Satellite Receiver)

B

Connecting TV and AV equipment

Please refer toA - D on p. 18.

D
C

A

(with TV tuner)

ANT OUT ANT IN

Satellite ReceiverDVD Recorder or VCR

(TV + DVD Recorder or VCR)

ANT IN

Note

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

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19

Quick Start

Guide

High-Definition

Standard-Definition

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 more details on the external equipment’s connections, please refer to the operating manuals for the equipment.

AV IN

Basic Connection (Continued)

A

To use HDMI terminals

AV IN

HDMI
AV OUT

e.g. Blu-ray Disc player

AV Equipment

Connecting to HDMI terminals will enable you to enjoy high-definition digital images and high-quality sound.
The HDMI connection is required for a 1080p signal.

For “VIERA LinkTM connections”, please refer to p. 45.

B

To use COMPONENT terminals

L

R

Y

P

B

PR

COMPONENT
VIDEO OUT

AUDIO
OUT

white

red

green

blue

red

white

red

green

blue
red

white

red

green

blue

red

e.g. Blu-ray Disc
player

AV Equipment

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

C

To use S VIDEO terminals

white

red

white

red

AUDIO
OUT

S VIDEO
OUT

white

red

or

e.g. DVD Recorder

AV Equipment

e.g. VCR

D

To use COMPOSITE terminals

COMPOSITE
OUT

yellow

white

red

yellow

white

red

yellow

white

red

or

e.g. DVD Recorder

AV Equipment

e.g. VCR

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.

AV cable connections TV controls/indicators

L

R

L

R

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Quick Start

Guide

AV IN

Identifying Controls

Display Unit

■

Front of Display Unit

Back of Display Unit

HDMI terminal
(For Tuner Box
or Wireless Unit
connection)

Power button

Tuner Box

■

Front of Tuner Box

Power button

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

POWER

Changes the input mode
Chooses menu and submenu entries.

Back of Tuner Box

Power indicator
(On: red, Standby: orange, Off: no light)

Volume up/down

Selects channels
in sequence

VOL

INPUT/OK

MENU

Displays the
Main menu.

Remote control sensor

C.A.T.S. sensor. (Contrast
Automatic Tracking System).

HDMI 4 terminal

CH

SD card slot

VIDEO IN 2
terminals

VIDEO IN 2

S VIDEO

VIDEO

Volume up/down

L-AUDIO-R

Selects channels in
sequence

PC terminal

DC terminal
(For Wireless Unit connection)

DC terminal
(For Wireless
Unit connection)

Identifying Controls

Basic Connection (AV cable connections)

p. 62

Wireless Unit

■

Other terminals

Front of Wireless Unit (Transmitter)

Off: Power off
Red: Power on and no communication
Green: Power on and communication state good
Orange: Power on and communication state not good
Red (blinking): Indicates malfunction

Front of Wireless Unit (Receiver)

Off: Power off
Red: Power on and no communication
Green: Power on and communication state good
Red (blinking): Indicates malfunction

When the red LED is blinking, turn the power of the Tuner Box and

Display Unit off and then on again. If the problem is not resolved,
consult your local Panasonic dealer.

HDMI AV OUT terminal
(For Display Unit
or Wireless Unit
connection)

Back of Wireless Unit (Transmitter)

AV terminal
(For Tuner Box
connection)

DC terminal
(For Tuner Box connection)

Back of Wireless Unit (Receiver)

AV terminal
(For Display Unit
connection)

DC terminal
(For Display Unit connection)

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21

Quick Start

Guide

Remote control

Switches TV On or Off (Standby)
Viewing from SD Card (p. 28-31)
Lights the CH and VOL buttons

for 5 seconds. Press again to turn
off the CH and VOL button lights.

Changes the input mode (p. 32)
Switches to input terminal

that has “GAME” label. (p. 32)
VIERA Link menu (p. 48-49)
Displays Sub Menu (p. 25, 42)
Colored buttons

(used for various functions)
(for example, p. 24, 28, 48)

Volume up/down
Sound mute On/Off
Changes aspect ratio (p. 26, 64)

Switches to previously viewed channel
or input modes.

External equipment operations
(p. 49)

Closed caption On/Off (p. 25)
Selects Audio Mode for TV viewing (p. 25)
Exits from menu screen

Displays Main Menu (p. 40)
Displays VIERA CAST screen (Home

screen) (p. 34)
Displays VIERA TOOLS (p. 27)
Selects/OK/Change
Returns to previous menu
Channel up/down
Displays or removes the channel

banner (p. 26)
Operates the Favorite channel list

function. (p. 26)
Numeric keypad to select any channel

(p. 25) or press to enter alphanumeric
input in menus. (p. 24, 32, 36, 38, 48,
50, 52, 54, 56, 59, 60)

Use for digital channels. (p. 25)

Remote control registration
Press the ‘OK’ button and the ‘1’ button
simultaneously for at least 3 seconds.

Registro del mando a distancia
Presione el botón ‘OK’ y el botón ‘1’
simultáneamente, durante al menos 3 segundos.

Enregistrement de la télécommande
Appuyez simultanément sur les touches ‘OK’ et ‘1’
pendant au moins 3 secondes.

Remote control registration
completed successfully.
Press OK.

Registro del mando a distancia
completado satisfactoriamente.
Presione OK.

Enregistrement de la télécommande réussi.
Appuyez sur OK.

Identifying Controls (Continued)

This TV uses a RF remote control.
The remote control is operable when it is not facing the Display Unit or Tuner Box.
As the radio waves reflect on walls or other obstacles, the remote control is operable even there are obstacles
between the remote control and the Tuner Box.

Transmission Range

Use the RF remote control within the range of 7 m from the TV tuner.
The range may be shortened if there are any obstacles or the surrounding environment or building structure affects
the transmission.

Interference from Other Devices

If the TV tuner is too close to another device, failures such as malfunction or slow remote control response may occur
due to the radio wave interference.
Keep the transmitter away from the following devices as much as possible:

Wireless LAN, Microwaves, Telephones, Other electric devices

C

A

A

R

S

E

I

T

V

k

n

i

L

A

R

E

I

V

V

I

E

R

A

T

O

O

L

S

21

Quick Start

Guide

First Time Setup (Remote control registration)

Remote control registration
Press the ‘OK’ button and the ‘1’ button
simultaneously for at least 3 seconds.

Registro del mando a distancia
Presione el botón ‘OK’ y el botón ‘1’
simultáneamente, durante al menos 3 segundos.

Enregistrement de la télécommande
Appuyez simultanément sur les touches ‘OK’ et ‘1’
pendant au moins 3 secondes.

Remote control registration
completed successfully.
Press OK.

Registro del mando a distancia
completado satisfactoriamente.
Presione OK.

Enregistrement de la télécommande réussi.
Appuyez sur OK.

Make sure to register your remote control with the following procedure when the TV is turned on for the
first time.

Turn the TV On with the POWER button (Display Unit)

(The Tuner Box power will be also turned on).

(Display Unit)

Please have your remote control ready
with batteries installed. Continue?

Por favor tenga su mando a distancia listo
con las baterías instaladas. Continuar?

Veuillez installer les piles dans
la télécommande. Continuer ?

INPUT/OK

MENU

CHVOL

Confirmation screen will be displayed.

Press the ‘OK’ button and the ‘1’ button simultaneously
for at least 3 seconds.

If there is no registered remote control, the “Remote control registration” screen

is displayed every time the TV is turned on.

Succeed

Error or

C

A

A

R

S

E

I

T

V

V

I

E

k

n

R

i

A

L

T

A

O

R

O

E

L

I

S

V

Time out

(30 sec)

Select

“Yes”

ok

Remote control registration failed.
Try registering again?

Registro fallido.
Intentar nuevamente?

Enregistrement de la télécommande échoué.
Enregistrer de nouveau ?

INPUT/OK

MENU

VOL

CH

You can also go to step
selecting “No”.
(Use control panel of Tuner Box,
when Remote control is not
available)

Remote control registration

(p. 61)

First Time Setup

Identifying Controls

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23

Quick Start

Guide

First Time Setup (Continued)

“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. 42-43) is set to “No”.

■

Press to exit from

a menu screen

■

Press to return

to the previous

screen

Select your viewing environment

* This setting will be skipped next time if you select “Home Use”.

Select your language

Language

English FrançaisEspañol

select

ok

Be sure to select “Home Use”

Please select your viewing environment

Select “Home Use” when using this TV in your home.

Home Use Store Demonstration

select

ok

Please confirm your selection (Home Use) before pressing OK button.

■

If you select “Store Demonstration” by mistake in ,
confirmation screen will be displayed.

You are selecting the mode for store demonstration

Yes No

If you select “Yes”, the picture mode will regularly reset
to “Vivid” and a Picture Refresh message will be
displayed on the screen.

select

ok

Select “No” and return to previous screen .
If you select “Yes”, Screen enters store demonstration mode.

To display the “Please select your viewing environment” screen again as
shown above and select “Home Use”, do one of the following:

• Press and hold down the front POWER button.

• Unplug the TV and plug it again.

Auto channel setup

Select “ANT/Cable setup”

First time setup

Language

VIERA CAST setting

Network setting

Clock

ANT/Cable setup

Input labels

next

select

Select “ANT in”

Cable

ANT/Cable setup

ANT in

Auto program

set

select

ANT in

Cable: Cable TV
Antenna

: Antenna

Not used

: Skip TV tuning

go to

5

Select “Not used” when no wire is connected to the “Antenna/Cable” terminal.

Typical when Cable/Satellite box is connected to a TV input.
Prevents accidental tuning to an unavailable signal.

Cable

ANT/Cable setup

ANT in

Auto program

Auto program

All channels

Analog only
Digital only

Auto program

Progress

Number of analog channels
Number of digital channels

8%

10

0

Press RETURN to quit.

RETURN

program

CancelApply

Caption Favorite Add

...

...

Yes

...

...

Yes

...

...

Yes

First time setup

Language

VIERA CAST setting

Network setting

Clock

ANT/Cable setup

Input labels

First time setup

Language

VIERA CAST setting

Network setting

Clock

ANT/Cable setup

Input labels

23

Quick Start

Guide

Select “Auto program”

Cable

ANT/Cable setup

ANT in

Auto program

Auto program

All channels

Analog only
Digital only

Auto program

Progress

Number of analog channels
Number of digital channels

8%

10

0

Press RETURN to quit.

RETURN

program

CancelApply

Caption Favorite Add

...

...

Yes

...

...

Yes

...

...

Yes

First time setup

Language

VIERA CAST setting

Network setting

Clock

ANT/Cable setup

Input labels

First time setup

Language

VIERA CAST setting

Network setting

Clock

ANT/Cable setup

Input labels

next

select

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

ok

select

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

Confirm registered channels

select “Apply”

ok

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.

First Time Setup

Press to exit from

■

a menu screen

Note

To change setting

(Language/
ANT/Cable setup/
Network setting/
VIERA CAST setting/
Clock/Input labels)
later, go to Menu
screen
(p. 42)

Network setting

VIERA CAST setting

select

ok

Network setting (p. 50-51)

select

ok

VIERA CAST setting (p. 52-53)

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25

Quick Start

Guide

First Time Setup (Continued) Watching TV

CH

Listen
with SAP
(Secondary
Audio
Program)

■

Select Audio Mode for watching TV

Digital mode

Press SAP to select the next audio track (if available) when receiving a digital

channel.

Analog mode

Press SAP to select the desired audio mode.

• Each press of SAP will change the audio mode. (Stereo/SAP/Mono)

Closed
caption

■

Switches Closed caption mode On or Off

Closed caption On Closed caption Off

Display the
SUB MENU

■

Press SUB MENU to show sub menu screen. (p. 42)

This menu consists of shortcuts to convenient functions.

All

Setup SUB MENU

Edit CH caption
Signal meter

Set favorite

Channel surf mode

■

Press to exit from
a menu screen

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

Adjust the clock

First time setup

Language

VIERA CAST setting

Network setting

Clock

ANT/Cable setup

Input labels

next

select

Mode

Manual: Adjust the clock manually

(Year/Month/Day/Hour/Minute)

Auto:

The clock is adjusted
automatically via Internet
service.
Only available when the TV
is on a network.

Set “Network setting” and

“VIERA CAST setting” first.

(Time zone/DST)

Manual setting

Manual

2009

1
7

10 AM

10

NST

Off

Clock

Mode

Year
Month
Day
Hour
Minute
Time zone
DST

set
select

item

Year

Select the year

Month

Select the month

Day

Select the day

Hour

Adjust the hour

Minute

Adjust the minute

Time zone

Select your time zone.

(EST/CST/MST/PST/AKST/
HST/NST/AST)

Auto setting

Auto
2009

2009/ 6/11 8:07AM

Clock

Mode

Year

Est
On

Timezone
DST

DST

Set DST (Daylight Saving
Time) setting. (On/Off)

On:

Advances the clock one
hour from the time is set
according to the time zone.

Set the Input labels

First time setup

Language

VIERA CAST setting

Network setting

Clock

ANT/Cable setup

Input labels

next

select

GAME

GAME

Input labels

Component 1
Component 2
HDMI 1
HDMI 2
HDMI 3
HDMI 4
Video 1
Video 2

PC

select
set

or

GAME

Select

OK
RETURN

DeleteABC → abc

G Y

Video 2

PC

G A A

Switches Input mode alphabet to
numeric

Label: [BLANK] SKIP/VCR/DVD/CABLE/SATELLITE/DVR/GAME/AUX/RECEIVER/

COMPUTER/Blu-ray/CAMERA/DVD REC/HOME THTR/MONITOR/MEDIA
CTR/MEDIA EXT/OTHER

25

Quick Start

Guide

Connect the TV to a cable box/cable, set-top-box, satellite box or antenna cable (p. 15-18)

CH

Listen
with SAP
(Secondary
Audio
Program)

■

Select Audio Mode for watching TV

Digital mode

Press SAP to select the next audio track (if available) when receiving a digital

channel.

Analog mode

Press SAP to select the desired audio mode.

• Each press of SAP will change the audio mode. (Stereo/SAP/Mono)

Closed
caption

■

Switches Closed caption mode On or Off

Closed caption On Closed caption Off

Display the
SUB MENU

■

Press SUB MENU to show sub menu screen. (p. 42)

This menu consists of shortcuts to convenient functions.

All

Setup SUB MENU

Edit CH caption
Signal meter

Set favorite

Channel surf mode

To watch TV and other functions

Turn power on

Note

or

If the mode is not TV, press and

select TV. (p. 32)

(Tuner Box)

Select a channel number

or

(Diaplay Unit)

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.

example: CH15-1:

Note

Reselect “Cable” or “Antenna” in “ANT in” of “ANT/Cable setup” to switch the

signal reception between cable TV and antenna. (p. 22, 57)

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

turned off.

(Tuner Box)

Viewing

Watching TV

First Time Setup

Audio track 1 of 2

(English)

SUB

MENU

26

27

Viewing

■

Other Useful Functions (Operate after )

Information
Recall

■

Displays or removes the channel banner.

Channel

Station
identifier

SAP
indication

Signal
resolution

Rating Level

Picture
mode

Sleep timer
remaining time

Aspect ratio

Closed caption

Clock

Change
aspect
ratio

■

Press FORMAT to cycle through the aspect modes. (p. 64)

• 480i, 480p: FULL/JUST/4:3/ZOOM

• 1080p, 1080i, 720p: FULL/H-FILL/JUST/4:3/ZOOM

Call up
a favorite
channel

■

FAVORITE

Channel numbers registered in Favorite are displayed on the favorite tune

screen. Select the desired broadcast station with the cursor or use number
buttons. (see below)

■

Set Favorite Feature

1

Display the SUB MENU.

2

Select “Set favorite”

All

Setup SUB MENU

Edit CH caption
Signal meter

Set favorite

Channel surf mode

select

ok

3

Set the displayed channel

Set favorite 1/3

26-1

1
2
3
4
5

select the list
number

save the displayed
channel

select the list number
(to save the channel
without pressing OK)

or

Delete a favorite channel

Set favorite 1/3

26-1

1
2
3
4
5

select

delete
(while holding down)

Favorite Feature

■

Use Favorite Feature

1

Display “Favorite channels”

2

Select the channel

Favorite channels

1/3

26-1

1
2
3
4
5

select

or

3

Set Favorite channel

Favorite channels

1/3

26-1

1
2
3
4
5

ok

■

To change the page

Press repeatedly to change between
pages(1/3, 2/3, 3/3 or exit)

Changes the page forward/backward

Watching TV (Continued)

SUB

MENU

15-2 12:30 PM
ABC-HD

THE NEWS

CC SAP

TV-G 1080i Standard 4:3

30

27

Viewing

Using VIERA TOOLS

VIERA TOOLS is the easy way to access high use menu items. They are displayed as shortcut icons on
the TV screen.

Unlike a conventional menu, you can enjoy using, playing or setting a function quickly.

Display VIERA TOOLS

V

I

E

R

A

T

O

O

L

S

Select the item

select

next

Displayed “THX setting” menu. (P. 66)
Select Picture mode setting.
(THX/Standard (Vivid/Stadio ref/Game/Custom))

Press to exit from

■

a menu screen

Press to return

■

to the previous
screen

Start “VIERA CAST”. (p. 34-35)
Displayed “VIERA Link control” menu.

Select the equipment you want to access.

VIERA Link control only with the TV’s remote control

(p. 48-49)
Start Network Camera viewing (p. 36-37)
Displayed “SD card” menu.

Select SD card function.
(Slideshow/Thumbnail/Movie)

Viewing from an SD card (p. 28-31)

Displayed “ECO/energy saving” menu. (p. 42)

Using VIERA TOOLS

Watching TV

28

29

Viewing

Viewing from an SD Card

You can view movies and photos taken with a digital camera or digital video camera and saved on an SD
card. (Media other than SD Cards may not be reproduced properly.)

■

Press to exit from
a menu screen

■

Press to return
to the previous
screen

Insert the SD card

* This setting will be skipped next time unless you select “Set later”.

Set “SD card setting” and select “Play SD card now”

“SD card setting” will be displayed automatically each time an SD card is

inserted for the first time.

Set later

SD card setting

Play SD card automatically

Play SD card now

select
change
set

Slideshow:

A Slideshow will start
automatically next time.

Thumbnail:

The Photo viewer menu will be
displayed automatically next time.

Movie: The video data plays

automatically from next time.

Set later: “SD card setting” menu will be

displayed repeatedly.

Off: The data can be played manually.

■

Manual operation (“Play SD card automatically” is “Off”)
Display “SD card”

Using VIERA TOOLS (p. 27)

or

Menu

Picture
Audio

VIERA Link

SD card

Closed caption
Setup

Select the item

SD card

Photo viewer

Movie player

select

ok

Photo viewer

Go to p. 30

Select the movie to be listed

Recording format (MPEG2/AVCHD)

Movie information

Date and time:

Date and time of
recording are displayed.

Duration:

Recording time is
displayed.

select

ok

View

Skip Skip

R YG B

Stop

RETURN

Play

Date and time
Duration

06/10/2009 11:34
00h05m27s

PLAY

00:00.14

Pause

Date and time
Duration

06/10/2009 11:34
00h05m27s

PLAY

00:00.14

•

To display/hide banner

Navigation area

Elapsed time of current movie

Movie Banner

•

To display Navigation area

•

To hide Navigation area

•

To previous movie

•

To next movie

Movie player

SD Card

Insert the card Remove the card

Label surface

Push until a click is

heard

Blue LED

Press in lightly

on SD Card, then

release.

Compliant card type (maximum capacity): SDHC Card (16 GB), SD Card (2 GB), miniSD Card

(1 GB) (requiring miniSD Card adapter)
For cautions and details on SD Cards (p. 65)
Blue LED lights while SD Card in inserted if set “SD card LED” to “On” in Setup Menu (p. 42)

Movie
settings

In or

■

Adjust the picture and Audio

Display “Movie settings”

example: Picture menu
Picture menu/Audio menu
(p. 40)

0
0
0
0
0

Vivid

Picture 1/3

Brightness
Color
Tint
Sharpness

Picture mode

Contrast

Reset to defaults

Select
Adjust

Select the item

On

Movie settings

Picture
Audio
VIERA Link

Repeat

select

ok

Set

■

Use VIERA Link function

■

Set up Repeat playback

VIERA Link (p. 40, 48)

Recorder

TV

VIERA Link control

Speaker output

Record now
Stop recording

Select
change

On

Movie settings

Picture
Audio
VIERA Link

Repeat

Select
change

Repeat

Turn the Movie play Repeat
function On or Off.

Change
Audio
current
status

In

Display “current audio

status”

Each press of SAP will change the audio mode.

(If the movie has multiple audio signals.)

(Current audio status)

It may take several seconds to change the sound.

POWER

CH

INPUT/OK

MENU

VOL

S VIDEO

VIDEO

VIDEO IN 2

L-AUDIO-R

V

I

E

R

A

T

O

O

L

S

Movie player

Select OK

RETURN

No. Date and time Duration

12/20/2008

10:26

1

01/17/2009

14:25

2

03/07/2009

07:25

3

04/24/2009

09:25

4

06/10/2009

11:34

5

08/19/2009

10:25

6

10/02/2009

12:25

7

10/13/2009

14:25

8

12/01/2009

16:25

9

00h16m35s
01h45m35s
00h05m35s
01h10m35s
00h05m27s
00h35m35s
00h12m35s
00h53m35s
01h24m35s

R YG B

Skip Skip

Pause

Play

RETURN

Stop

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SD Card

Insert the card Remove the card

Label surface

Push until a click is

heard

Blue LED

Press in lightly

on SD Card, then

release.

Compliant card type (maximum capacity): SDHC Card (16 GB), SD Card (2 GB), miniSD Card

(1 GB) (requiring miniSD Card adapter)
For cautions and details on SD Cards (p. 65)
Blue LED lights while SD Card in inserted if set “SD card LED” to “On” in Setup Menu (p. 42)

Movie
settings

In or

■

Adjust the picture and Audio

Display “Movie settings”

example: Picture menu
Picture menu/Audio menu
(p. 40)

0
0
0
0
0

Vivid

Picture 1/3

Brightness
Color
Tint
Sharpness

Picture mode

Contrast

Reset to defaults

Select
Adjust

Select the item

On

Movie settings

Picture
Audio
VIERA Link

Repeat

select

ok

Set

■

Use VIERA Link function

■

Set up Repeat playback

VIERA Link (p. 40, 48)

Recorder

TV

VIERA Link control

Speaker output

Record now
Stop recording

Select
change

On

Movie settings

Picture
Audio
VIERA Link

Repeat

Select
change

Repeat

Turn the Movie play Repeat
function On or Off.

Change
Audio
current
status

In

Display “current audio

status”

Each press of SAP will change the audio mode.

(If the movie has multiple audio signals.)

(Current audio status)

It may take several seconds to change the sound.

Viewing from SD Card

This product is licensed under the AVC patent portfolio license for the personal and non-commercial use of a consumer to
(i) encode video in compliance with the AVC Standard (“AVC Video”) and/or (ii) decode AVC Video that was encoded by a
consumer engaged in a personal and non-commercial activity and/or was obtained from a video provider licensed to provide
AVC Video. No license is granted or shall be implied for any other use. Additional information may be obtained from MPEG LA,
LLC. See http://www.mpegla.com.

stereo

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Viewing from an SD Card (Continued)

Photo viewer

Sort

■

To sort by Folder, month or date

In

Select sort type

Slideshow Folders

R Y

Sort by monthGSort by date

B

OK

Select

RETURN

Name

Pana0001
Date
03/04/2009
Size

1029×1200

Photo viewer

All photos
Total

238

Pana0001 Pana0002 Pana0003 Pana0004

Pana0005 Pana0006 Pana0007 Pana0008

Pana0009 Pana0010 Pana0011 Pana0012

Folders (ascending order of numeric/alphabet)
Sort by month (descending order of the month)
Sort by date (descending order of the date )

Select the directory.

Accessing

Slideshow

R YG B

OK

Select

RETURN

03/04/2009

32 photos

02/15/2009
16 photos

01/01/2009

10 photos

12/25/2008

24 photos

11/20/2008

8 photos

10/10/2008

3 photos

09/28/2008

58 photos

09/23/2008

28 photos

Date
03/04/2009
Number of photos

32 photos

Photo viewer

All photos
Sort by date

15

Accessing

Slideshow

R YG B

OK

Select

RETURN

Name

Pana0001
Date
03/04/2009
Size

1029×1200

Photo viewer

All photos

03/04/2009

Total 32

Pana0001 Pana0002 Pana0003 Pana0004

Pana0011 Pana0012 Pana0013 Pana0014

Pana0055 Pana0056 Pana0057 Pana0058

select

view

Return to
previous
screen

Photo
settings

In or

■

Adjust the picture

Display “Photo settings”

example :Picture menu
Picture menu/Audio menu (p. 40)

0

0

Vivid

Picture 1/3

Picture mode

Contrast

Contrast

Reset to defaults

Select
Adjust

Select the item

Off

Photo settings

Picture

Audio
Slideshow settings
Background music

select
change

next

■

Set the Background music

Off

Background music

select
change

Select the Background music from 3 types.
Each Background music plays for 90 seconds.

(Off/Music 1/Music 2/Music 3)

■

Slideshow settings

Fast

Off
Off

Sepia

Slideshow settings

Speed

Repeat
Transition
Effect

Select
Adjust

Note

To stop in mid-cycle Press

Speed

You can set how many seconds each image is displayed in Slideshow mode.

(Very fast/Fast/Medium/Slow/Very slow)

Repeat

Turn the slideshow Repeat function on or off (On/Off).

Transition

Select transition effect (Off/Fade in/Wipe ↓/Wipe ↑/Wipe →/Wipe ←/Slide in ↓/
Slide in ↑/Slide in →/Slide in ←/Zoom in/Comb ↑↓/Comb →←/Dissolve/
Checker wipe/Random)

Effect

Select conversion effect (Off/Sepia/Gray scale)

■

Press to exit from
a menu screen

■

Press to return
to the previous
screen

Follow direction in Movie player (P. 28)

Select the data to be viewed

select

view

Thumbnail view

To Slideshow
Selected picture information is displayed.
Total number of images.

Note

Depending on the JPEG format, “Information” contents may not be displayed

correctly. Refer to p. 65 (Data format for SD card browsing) for details.

View

Displays one at a time

To display/hide Navigation area

Return to Thumbnail view

Navigation area

Present status
(While reading the data)

Single photo view

Slideshow
Rotate 90 degrees (counter-clockwise)
To next photo
Rotate 90 degrees (clockwise)

To previous photo

V

I

E

R

A

T

O

O

L

S

Photo viewer

All photos
Total

Name

Pana0001
Date
03/04/2009
Size

1029×1200

238

Pana0001 Pana0002 Pana0003 Pana0004

Pana0005 Pana0006 Pana0007 Pana0008

Select

OK

Pana0009 Pana0010 Pana0011 Pana0012

RETURN

Slideshow Folders

R Y

Sort by monthGSort by date

B

Rotate

Play

Prev.

Next
RETURN

Accessing

Rotate
Prev.

Play
Next
RETURN

Accessing

Prev.

Pause
Next

RETURN

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Sort

■

To sort by Folder, month or date

In

Select sort type

Slideshow Folders

R Y

Sort by monthGSort by date

B

OK

Select

RETURN

Name

Pana0001
Date
03/04/2009
Size

1029×1200

Photo viewer

All photos
Total

238

Pana0001 Pana0002 Pana0003 Pana0004

Pana0005 Pana0006 Pana0007 Pana0008

Pana0009 Pana0010 Pana0011 Pana0012

Folders (ascending order of numeric/alphabet)
Sort by month (descending order of the month)
Sort by date (descending order of the date )

Select the directory.

Accessing

Slideshow

R YG B

OK

Select

RETURN

03/04/2009

32 photos

02/15/2009
16 photos

01/01/2009

10 photos

12/25/2008

24 photos

11/20/2008

8 photos

10/10/2008

3 photos

09/28/2008

58 photos

09/23/2008

28 photos

Date
03/04/2009
Number of photos

32 photos

Photo viewer

All photos
Sort by date

15

Accessing

Slideshow

R YG B

OK

Select

RETURN

Name

Pana0001
Date
03/04/2009
Size

1029×1200

Photo viewer

All photos

03/04/2009

Total 32

Pana0001 Pana0002 Pana0003 Pana0004

Pana0011 Pana0012 Pana0013 Pana0014

Pana0055 Pana0056 Pana0057 Pana0058

select

view

Return to
previous
screen

Photo
settings

In or

■

Adjust the picture

Display “Photo settings”

example :Picture menu
Picture menu/Audio menu (p. 40)

0

0

Vivid

Picture 1/3

Picture mode

Contrast

Contrast

Reset to defaults

Select
Adjust

Select the item

Off

Photo settings

Picture

Audio
Slideshow settings
Background music

select
change

next

■

Set the Background music

Off

Background music

select
change

Select the Background music from 3 types.
Each Background music plays for 90 seconds.

(Off/Music 1/Music 2/Music 3)

■

Slideshow settings

Fast

Off
Off

Sepia

Slideshow settings

Speed

Repeat
Transition
Effect

Select
Adjust

Note

To stop in mid-cycle Press

Speed

You can set how many seconds each image is displayed in Slideshow mode.

(Very fast/Fast/Medium/Slow/Very slow)

Repeat

Turn the slideshow Repeat function on or off (On/Off).

Transition

Select transition effect (Off/Fade in/Wipe ↓/Wipe ↑/Wipe →/Wipe ←/Slide in ↓/
Slide in ↑/Slide in →/Slide in ←/Zoom in/Comb ↑↓/Comb →←/Dissolve/
Checker wipe/Random)

Effect

Select conversion effect (Off/Sepia/Gray scale)

Viewing from SD Card

VIERA IMAGE VIEWER

The VIERA Image Viewer is a function that lets you easily view still and motion images on a VIERA television by
simply inserting an SD card into the VIERA SD card slot.

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VIERA Link

TM

Setting

Watching Videos and DVDs

If you have applicable equipment connected to the TV, you can watch videos and DVDs on the TV’s
screen.

Input Select

You can select the external equipment to access.

■

To return to TV

With the connected equipment turned On

Display the Input select menu

Select the input mode

Input select

TV

1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8

Component 1
Component 2

HDMI 1

HDMI 2
HDMI 3

Video 1
Video 2

9
0

PC

AUX

GAME

HDMI 4 GAME

GAME

(example)

or

select

enter

Press corresponding NUMBER
button on the remote control to
select the input of your choice.

Select the input of your choice,
then press OK.

During the selection, if no action

is taken for several seconds, the
“Input select” menu disappears.

HDMI 1

GAME

Terminal

(example)

Label

The terminal and label of the

connected equipment are
displayed.

To label each of the inputs,

please refer to p. 59.

Note

The input label will be displayed on “Input select” screen if Input label is set on p. 59.

For side input terminals (HDMI 4/Video 2), “GAME” input label is set as default.

(Picture mode is set to “Game”, refer to p. 66.)
For more details for picture mode setting, refer to p. 66. For Input label, refer to p. 59.

■

Press Game to switch to the game screen

Switches to Input terminal that has “GAME” label.

Video 2

GAME

HDMI 4

GAME

HDMI 1

GAME

Cycle through the input terminals if there are

multiple Input terminals that have “GAME”
label. (p. 59)

If there is no Input terminal with “GAME” label,

you cannot switch the input terminal to any
other input terminal than the one currently
selected.

Operate the connected equipment using the remote
control supplied with the equipment

Note

For details, see the manual of the connected equipment.

Menu

Picture
Audio

VIERA Link
SD card
Closed caption

Setup

Setup 2/2

VIERA CAST setting
About

VIERA Link settings

Network setting

On
Yes
Yes

TV

No

No

VIERA Link settings

VIERA Link

Power on link
Power off link

Default speakers

Stand-by power save

Auto power stand-by

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VIERA Link

TM

Setting

If you connect equipment that has the “HDAVI Control” function to a TV using an HDMI cable,

Menu

Picture
Audio

VIERA Link
SD card
Closed caption

Setup

Setup 2/2

VIERA CAST setting
About

VIERA Link settings

Network setting

On
Yes
Yes

TV

No

No

VIERA Link settings

VIERA Link

Power on link
Power off link

Default speakers

Stand-by power save

Auto power stand-by

you will find it easier to use. Please refer to p. 44-49. Before using these functions, you need to
set “VIERA Link” setting to “On” as shown below.

Display menu

Select “Setup”

select

next

Select “VIERA Link settings”

select

Press to exit from

■

a menu screen

Press to return

■

to the previous
screen

next

Select “VIERA Link”

select

Select “On”

(default is On)

Now you can set each “VIERA Link” function according to your preference
(p. 46-49).

Note

If no HDMI equipment is connected or standard HDMI equipment (non- “VIERA

Link”) is used, set it to “Off”.

For more details on the external equipment’s connections, please refer to the

operating manuals for the equipment.

change

Watching Videos and DVDs

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VIERA CAST

TM

Operate VIERA CAST

You can access information services (TV content) from the Home screen via the Internet.

You need broadband environment to use this service.

V

I

E

R

A

C

A

S

T

■

Press to exit from
a menu screen

■

Press to return to
the Home screen

Preparations

Internet connections (p. 35)
Network setting (p. 50)
VIERA CAST setting (p. 52)

Display the Home screen

Select the item and press OK

select

view

This screen is an example. It varies according to the usage conditions.
* Depending on the usage conditions, it may take a while to read all the data.

A

B

C

AV IN

Internet

Internet

Internet

B

C

A

Other settings

■

To use VIERA Link function

1

Display “Menu”

2

Select “VIERA Link”

Menu

VIERA Link

Picture
Audio

select

ok

3

Select the item and set

Recorder

VIERA Link control

Record now
Stop recording

VIERA Link (p. 40, 48)

select

set

■

To adjust picture and audio

1

Display “Menu”

2

Select “picture” or “Audio”

Menu

Picture
Audio

VIERA Link

select

ok

3

Select the item and adjust

example: Picture menu
Picture menu/Audio
menu (p. 40)

0
0
0

Vivid

Picture 1/3

Brightness
Color

Picture mode

Contrast

Reset to defaults

select
Adjust

H: --°

44°

Settings

L: 40°

COMING

SOON

Bloomberg

TELEVISION

Stocks

COMING

SOON

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Internet connections

A

B

C

AV IN

Internet

Internet

Internet

B

C

A

Contact your Broadband service provider

NOTICE: If you don’t have Internet service by your local provider, please order a high-speed
Internet service at no less than the following connection speed. If you already have such service,
make sure that the connection speed exceeds the following.

Required speed (effective): at least 1.5 Mbps for SD and 6Mbps for HD picture quality, respectively.
Dial-up Internet service cannot be used for VIERA CAST.

Select wired or wireless connection

If the Cable/DSL modem is close to the TV and you have only one TV set, you may choose a
wired connection. If the Cable/DSL modem is far from the TV and/or you have more TVs in the
house, you may want to use a wireless network.

Connecting to the Internet

Basic connection

If you are not using the network for connecting anything else but the TV, you could just
connect the TV directly to the Cable/DSL Ethernet connection (see schematic below).

Advanced wired connection

If you are using the network for connecting various PCs/Laptops and want to connect the TV,
you should use a router to connect the TV to the Internet (see schematic below).

Advanced wireless connection

If you are using the network for connecting various PCs/Laptops and want to connect the TV,
you could also use a wireless router to connect the TV to the Internet (see schematic below).

Cable/
DSL
modem

Router

Ethernet
cable

Cable/
DSL
modem

Cable/
DSL
modem

VIERA CAST

TM

Wireless
Repeater

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V

I

E

R

A

L

i

n

k

■

Press to exit from
a menu screen

■

Press to return
to the previous
screen

Preparations

Internet connections (p. 35)
Example of Network Camera connection (p. 37)
Network setting (p. 50)

Before connecting a Network camera to the TV, please complete the “IP setting” and run

a “Connection test” (p. 50)

Note

This feature is only available with Panasonic-made network cameras released after

summer 2009. (Preliminary model numbers: BL-C210A and BL-C230A) A number of
VIERA-compatible network cameras can be founded at the following sites:
http://www.panasonic.com/
http://panasonic.net/pcc/products/netwkcam/

With all connected equipment turned on

Start up Network camera

If there is no registered camera displayed, please set it in “Network Camera”
settings. (p. 37)

Select “Network Camera” in “VIERA Link”

Using VIERA TOOLS

(p. 27)

Network Camera

TV

VIERA Link control

Speaker output

Record now
Stop recording

select

ok

There is also an option to start with sensor detection.

View

Multi screen (Still image) Without Default camera (Default camera setting (p. 37))

Select OK

RETURN

R

4 cam / 8 cam

Camera name

Camera 1

Model

BL-C210A

Multi screen

(1/4)

4 split screen 9 split screen

select

ok

Single screen With Default camera (Default camera setting (p. 37))

For more details on setting and operation of Network camera, please also read

the operating manuals for the Network camera.

Network Camera

You can operate the Network camera from TV’s remote and also check the images from Network camera
on your TV

Basic operation for Network camera

Network
Camera
setting

Display Menu

■

Network Camera setting operation

Select “Setup”

Menu

Picture
Audio

VIERA Link
SD card
Closed caption

Setup

select

ok

Select “Network cameras list”

“Please refer to camera’s settings and enable its
link mode. Start searching for network camera?”

“Yes” to start camera search.

Before you start to search for a camera,
switch the camera to registration mode.
(For this operation, please refer to the
operating manual for the Network camera.)

Search condition also depends on

“Network setting” (p. 50)

“Remove camera information?”

“Yes” to delete camera information.

“Disconnect to camera?”

“Yes” to delete camera connection.

“Disconnected” will be displayed in
“Status”

“Set this camera as default camera?”

“Yes” to set to default use.

Displayed “(Default)” next to camera
name.

(Available only when reconnecting)
“Connect to Camera?

“Yes”: “Connect” will be displayed

in “Status” (Attach up to 8 Network
cameras simultaneously)

Setup 2/2

VIERA Link settings
Network setting
VIERA CAST setting

Network cameras list

select

ok

If there is no registered camera

Select “Yes” to start search

Please refer to camera’s settings and enable its link
mode.
Start searching for network camera?

Yes No

select

ok

Set Network Camera setting

R G
B Y

Select

RETURN

OK

Network cameras list

Model Status Default

...

...

...

...

...

...

...

...

...

...

...

...

...

...

...
...
...
...
...
...
...

Camera name

BL-C210A ConnectedCamera 1

Find cameras Delete
Disconnect Default camera

select

Multi screen

(1/9)

Camera name

Camera 1

Model

Single screen

Camera name

Camera 1

Model

BL-C210A

Pan
Tilt

RETURN

1-9

Preset position
Home position

0

Select OK

4 cam / 8 cam

R

BL-C210A

RETURN

1-9

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Example of Network Camera connection

Network
Camera
setting

Display Menu

■

Network Camera setting operation

Select “Setup”

Menu

Picture
Audio

VIERA Link
SD card
Closed caption

Setup

select

ok

Select “Network cameras list”

“Please refer to camera’s settings and enable its
link mode. Start searching for network camera?”

“Yes” to start camera search.

Before you start to search for a camera,
switch the camera to registration mode.
(For this operation, please refer to the
operating manual for the Network camera.)

Search condition also depends on

“Network setting” (p. 50)

“Remove camera information?”

“Yes” to delete camera information.

“Disconnect to camera?”

“Yes” to delete camera connection.

“Disconnected” will be displayed in
“Status”

“Set this camera as default camera?”

“Yes” to set to default use.

Displayed “(Default)” next to camera
name.

(Available only when reconnecting)
“Connect to Camera?

“Yes”: “Connect” will be displayed

in “Status” (Attach up to 8 Network
cameras simultaneously)

Setup 2/2

VIERA Link settings
Network setting
VIERA CAST setting

Network cameras list

select

ok

If there is no registered camera

Select “Yes” to start search

Please refer to camera’s settings and enable its link
mode.
Start searching for network camera?

Yes No

select

ok

Set Network Camera setting

R G
B Y

Select

RETURN

OK

Network cameras list

Model Status Default

...

...

...

...

...

...

...

...

...

...

...

...

...

...

...
...
...
...
...
...
...

Camera name

BL-C210A ConnectedCamera 1

Find cameras Delete
Disconnect Default camera

select

Back of the TV

AV IN

Cable/DSL
modem

Internet

Ethernet
cable

Router

Network Camera

Internet equipment

Set Internet setting (LAN) for
connected equipment with Internet
equipment if you need to.
* You cannot set Internet setting

from this TV

Network cameras list

Camera name

...
...
...
...
...
...
...

Select

R G

Find cameras Delete

B Y

Disconnect Default camera

Model Status Default

BL-C210A ConnectedCamera 1

...
...
...
...
...
...
...

OK
RETURN

...
...
...
...
...
...
...

Network Camera

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Displaying PC Screen on TV

The screen of the PC connected to the unit can be displayed on the TV.
You can also listen to PC sound with the audio cable connected. To connect PC (p. 62)

Display the Input select menu

Input select

TV

1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8

Component 1
Component 2
HDMI 1
HDMI 2
HDMI 3

Video 1
Video 2

9
0

PC

AUX

HDMI 4 GAME

GAME

Select “PC”

PC

Displays
PC screen

Corresponding signals

(p. 67)

■

To return to TV /

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PC menu setting (change as desired)

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Making settings “How to Use Menu Functions” to (p. 40)

Menu Item Adjustments/Configurations (options)

Reset to
defaults

Sync

Dot clock

H-position

Resets PC adjust

H & V

: The H and V sync signals are input from the HD/VD connector. (p. 68)

On green: Uses a synchronized signal on the Video G signal, which is input from the G

Alleviates the problem if a picture appears to be vertically-striped, flickers partially or is
blurred.

Adjusts the horizontal position.

connector. (p. 68)

Picture

PC
adjustments

Audio menu (p. 40)

V-position

Clock phase

Input
resolution

H-frequency
V-frequency

Adjusts the vertical position.

Alleviates the problem if the whole picture appears to flicker or is blurred.
First adjust the Dot Clock to get the best possible picture, then adjust the
Clock Phase so that a clear picture appears.

Note

It may not be possible to display a clear picture due to poor input signals.
Switches to wide display.

Input signal switched from 640×480 to 852×480
Input signal switched from 1024×768 to 1280×768 or 1366×768

Displays the H (Horizontal)/V (Vertical) frequencies.

Display range

Horizontal: 15 - 110 kHz
Vertical: 48 - 120 Hz

Displaying PC Screen on TV

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Advanced

Menu

Item

Picture

Reset to defaults

Reset to defaults

Picture mode

Picture mode

Vivid

Contrast, Brightness,
Color, Tint, Sharpness

Contrast

+20

Brightness

0

Color

0

Tint

0

Sharpness

0

Color temp.

Color temp.

Normal

Color mgmt.

Color mgmt.

On

x.v.Color

x.v.Color

Auto

C.A.T.S.

C.A.T.S.

Off

Video NR

Video NR

Off

Pro setting

Pro setting

Zoom adjustments

Zoom adjustments

PC adjustments

PC adjustments

Advanced picture

3D Y/C filter

3D Y/C filter

On

Color matrix

Color matrix

SD

Block NR

Block NR

Off

Mosquito NR

Mosquito NR

Off

Black level

Black level

Light

3:2 pulldown

3:2 pulldown

Off

24p Direct in

24p Direct in

60 Hz

HD size

HD size

Size1

H size

H size

Size 1

Audio

Reset to defaults

Reset to defaults

Bass

Bass

0

Treble

Treble

0

Balance

Balance

0

Advanced audio

A.I. sound

A.I. sound

On

BBE ViVA

BBE ViVA

On

BBE

BBE

On

Surround

Surround

Off

Volume leveler

Volume leveler

0

TV speakers

TV speakers

On

HDMI 1 in, HDMI 2 in,
HDMI 3 in, HDMI 4 in

HDMI1 in

Digital

HDMI2 in

Digital

HDMI3 in

Digital

HDMI4 in

Digital

Timer

Sleep, Timer 1-5

Lock

VIERA

Link

Record now
Stop recording
VIERA Link control
Speaker output

SD card

SD card

SD card

Closed
caption

Closed caption

Closed caption

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Menu list

Various menus allow you to make settings for the picture, sound, and
other functions so that you can enjoy watching TV best suited for you.

■

Press to exit from
a menu screen

■

Press to return
to the previous
screen

Display menu

Displays the functions that can be set

(varies depending on the input signal)

Select the menu

Menu

VIERA Link

Picture

Audio
Timer
Lock

SD card
Closed caption
Setup

select

next

Select the item

0
0
0
0
0

Vivid

Picture 1/3

Brightness
Color
Tint
Sharpness

Picture mode

Contrast

Reset to defaults

(example: Picture menu)

select

Adjust or select

0
0
0
0
0

Vivid

Picture 1/3

Brightness
Color
Tint
Sharpness

Picture mode

Contrast

Reset to defaults

(example: Picture menu)

adjust
or
select

How to Use Menu Functions

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Advanced

Adjustments/Configurations (alternatives)

Reset to defaults

Picture mode

Vivid

Contrast

+20

Brightness

0

Color

0

Tint

0

Sharpness

0

Color temp.

Normal

Color mgmt.

On

x.v.Color

Auto

C.A.T.S.

Off

Video NR

Off

Pro setting

Zoom adjustments

PC adjustments

3D Y/C filter

On

Color matrix

SD

Block NR

Off

Mosquito NR

Off

Black level

Light

3:2 pulldown

Off

24p Direct in

60 Hz

HD size

Size1

H size

Size 1

Reset to defaults

Bass

0

Treble

0

Balance

0

A.I. sound

On

BBE ViVA

On

BBE

On

Surround

Off

Volume leveler

0

TV speakers

On

HDMI1 in

Digital

HDMI2 in

Digital

HDMI3 in

Digital

HDMI4 in

Digital

SD card

Closed caption

Resets all picture adjustments to factory default settings except for “Advanced picture”.
Basic picture mode (Vivid/Standard/Studio ref/THX/Game/Custom) (p. 66)

Adjusts color, brightness, etc. for each picture mode to suit your taste

Display range

•

Contrast/Brightness/Color/Sharpness: 0 - 100
Tint: -50 - +50

Selects a choice of Cool(blue), Normal, or Warm(red) color. (Cool 2/Cool 1/Normal/Warm 1/Warm 2)
On: Enhances green and blue color reproduction, especially outdoor scenes. (On/Off)
Auto: Provide the appropriate picture when images corresponding to “x.v.Color” are input via the HDMI input of this TV. (Off/Auto)
Adjusts the brightness and gradation according to the ambient lighting condition. (Off/On)
Reduces noise, commonly called snow. Leave it off when receiving a strong signal. (Off/Weak/Medium/Strong)

Adjust the “Picture mode” setting in more detail. (p. 66)
(This setting can be adjusted only when “Custom” or ”Photo” is selected.)

Adjusts vertical alignment and size when aspect setting is “ZOOM” (p. 64)
Sets PC display (p. 38)
Minimizes noise and cross-color in the picture. (On/Off)

Selects image resolution of component-connected devices (HD/SD)

SD: Standard Definition HD: High Definition

•

Only 480p signal accepted; regular TV (NTSC) is not available.

•

Reduces noise of specific digital signals of DVD, STB, etc. (On/Off)
Reduces HDTV flicker noise in the contoured sections of an image (Off/On)
Selects Dark or Light. Valid only for external input signals. (Dark/Light)
Adjust the picture recorded in 24 fps for optimum quality. (On/Off)

96Hz/48Hz: Achieves more cinematic playback by reproducing the movie contents at 2 or 4 times the

If flicker is seen using 48Hz, please use 60Hz or 96Hz.

•

If you use the Wireless Unit system and select 24p Direct in 48Hz or 96Hz, the link between the transmitter

•

and receiver may disconnect and reconnect causing the picture to briefly drop out when the signal changes

between 1080/24p and another format, i.e. 1080/60p, 1080/60i, 720/60p. This is normal operation.
Selects between 95 % (Size 1) or 100 % (Size 2) for the scanning area with High-definition signal. (Size 1/ Size 2)
Select “Size 1” if noise is generated on the edges of the screen.

Size 1: Selected item for “HD size”. Scanning 95%

•

Size 2: Selected item for “HD size”. Scanning 100%

•

Adjust horizontal display range to reduce noise of both side edges of an image. (Size 1/Size 2)
Size 2: Adjust image size according to aspect mode for reducing noise. (p. 67)

Resets Bass, Treble and Balance adjustments to factory default settings.
Increases or decreases the bass response.
Increases or decreases the treble response.
Emphasizes the left / right speaker volume.
Equalizes overall volume levels across all channels and external inputs. (On/Off)

BBE ViVA HD3D (High-Definition 3D) Sound provides musically accurate natural 3D image with Hi-Fi sound. The clarity of the sound
is improved by BBE while the width, depth and height of sound image are expanded by BBE’s proprietary 3D sound process. BBE
ViVA HD3D Sound is compatible with all TV programs including news, music, dramas, movies, sports and electronic games. (On/Off)

BBE High Definition Sound restores clarity and presence for better speech intelligibility and musical realism. (On/Off)
Enhances audio response when listening to stereo. (On/Off)
Minimizes volume disparity after switching to external inputs.

Switch to “Off” when using external speakers (On/Off)

“A.I. sound”, “BBE ViVA”, “BBE”, “Surround” and “Volume leveler” do not work if “Off” is selected.

•

The default setting is “Digital” for HDMI connection. (Digital input signal)
Select audio input terminal when DVI cable is connected. (Analog audio input
signal) (Digital/Component 1/Component 2/Video 1/Video 2)

The TV can automatically turn On/Off at the designated date and time (p. 60)
Locks the channels and programs (p. 54)

[Record now/Stop recording] Records programs on the recorder immediately with the TV’s remote control (p. 48-49).
[VIERA Link control] Selects equipment to access and operate. (Recorder/Home theater/Player/Camcorder/LUMIX/Network Camera) (p. 48-49)
[Speaker output] Selects an audio output. (Home theater/TV) (p. 48-49)

VIERA Link menu is accessible directly by pressing the VIERA Link button on the remote control. (p. 48)

•

[Photo viewer] To view the still picture. (p. 30)
[Movie player] To view moving pictures recorded in MPEG 2 or AVCHD format. (p. 28)

speed of 24 frames per second. (96Hz/60Hz/48Hz)

How to Use Menu Functions

(picture, sound quality, etc.)

Displays subtitles (Closed caption) (p. 58)

In AV mode, the Audio menu and Setup menu give fewer options.

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Advanced

Menu Item Adjustments/Configurations (alternatives)

Setup

SUB MENU

Channel surf mode
Set favorite
Edit CH caption
Signal meter

Menu

Item Adjustments/Configurations (alternatives)

Setup

Channel surf mode

Channel surf mode

All

Language

Language

Clock

Clock

ANT/Cable setup

ANT/Cable setup

Input labels

Input labels

Anti Image

retention

Pixel orbiter

Pixel orbiter

Automatic

Time (minutes)

Time (minutes)

4

4:3 side bars

4:3 side bars

Bright

Scrolling bar

Scrolling bar

Remote control registration

Remote control registration

VIERA Link settings

VIERA Link

VIERA Link

On

Power on link

Power on link

Yes

Power off link

Power off link

Yes

Stand-by power
save

Stand-by power save

No

Auto power
stand-by

Auto power stand-by

No

Default speakers

Default speakers

TV

Network setting

Network setting

VIERA CAST setting

VIERA CAST setting

Network cameras list

Network cameras list

ECO/energy saving

No signal for 10
minutes

No signal for 10 minutes

Enable

No activity for 3
hours

No activity for 3 hours

Disable

Advanced setup

Auto power on

Auto power on

No

SD card LED

SD card LED

On

Play SD card
automatically

Play SD card automatically

Set later

About

About

Reset to defaults

Reset to defaults

How to Use Menu Functions (Continued)

■

Menu list

■

Sub menu list

Various menus allow you to make settings for the picture, sound, and
other functions so that you can enjoy watching TV best suited for you.

■

Press to exit from

a menu screen

■

Press to return

to the previous

screen

Display menu

Displays the functions that can be set

(varies depending on the input signal)

Select “Setup”

Menu

Picture
Audio
Timer
Lock
VIERA Link
SD card
Closed caption

Setup

next

select

Select the item

All

Setup 1/2

Clock
ANT/Cable setup
Input labels
Anti image retention
Remote control registration

Language

Channel surf mode

next

select

Display Sub Menu

Select the item

All

Setup SUB MENU

Edit CH caption
Signal meter

Set favorite

Channel surf mode

select

set
or
next

SUB

MENU

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Sets the mode to select the channel with Channel up/down button

Channel surf mode

All

Language

Clock

ANT/Cable setup

Input labels

Pixel orbiter

Automatic

Time (minutes)

4

4:3 side bars

Bright

Scrolling bar

Remote control registration

VIERA Link

On

Power on link

Yes

Power off link

Yes

Stand-by power save

No

Auto power stand-by

No

Default speakers

TV

Network setting

VIERA CAST setting

Network cameras list

No signal for 10 minutes

Enable

No activity for 3 hours

Disable

Auto power on

No

SD card LED

On

Play SD card automatically

Set later

About

Reset to defaults

(All/Favorite/Digital only/Analog only)

Favorite: Only channels registered as FAVORITE (p. 26)

•

Selects the screen menu language (p. 22)
Adjusts the clock (p. 24)
Sets channels (p. 56)

Selects the terminal and label of the external equipment (p. 59)
Prevents “Image retention” with Wobbling. (Automatic/Periodic)

Automatic: Shifts the display image automatically.

•

Periodic:

•

Sets the time for “Pixel orbiter-Periodic” setting. (1/2/3/4)
Change the brightness of the side bar (Off/Dark/Mid/Bright) (4:3 mode only)

The recommended setting is “Bright” to prevent panel “Image retention”. (p. 67)

•

Press “OK” to start “Scrolling” on the screen (p. 67)
Press “OK” to start the Remote control registration process. (p. 61)

Controls equipment connected to HDMI terminals (p. 46) (On/Off)

“Power off link”, “Power on link”, “Stand-by power save”, “Auto power stand-by” and “Default speakers”

•

cannot be selected if “Off” is set.

Sets “Power on link” of HDMI connection equipment (p. 46) (Yes/No)
Sets “Power off link” of HDMI connection equipment (p. 46) (Yes/No)

Set “Stand-by power save” on HDMI connection equipment. (p. 46) (No/Yes)

Set “Auto power stand-by” of HDMI connection equipment. (p. 46)

(No/Yes (with reminder)/Yes (no reminder)

Selects the default speakers (p. 46) (TV/Theater)
Sets Network setting (p. 50)
Sets VIERA CAST setting (p. 52)
Set Network Camera status. (Search/Registration/Connection/Deleting/Default setting etc.) (p. 37)

To conserve energy, the TV automatically turns off when NO SIGNAL and NO OPERATION is performed
for more than 10 minutes. (Enable/Disable)

Note

Not in use when setting “Auto power on”, “On/Off Timer”, “Lock”, “SD mode” or Digital channel.

•

“No signal for 10 minutes was activated” will be displayed for about 10 seconds when the TV is turned

•

on for the first time after turning the power off by “No signal for 10 minutes”.
The on-screen display will flash 3, 2 and 1 to indicate the last three (3) remaining minutes prior to the shut-off.

•

To conserve energy, the TV automatically turns off when no operation of remote or side panel key
continues for more than 3 hours. (Enable/Disable)

Note

Not in use when setting “Auto power on”, “On/Off Timer” or PC input display.

•

“No activity for 3 hours was activated” will be displayed for about 10 seconds when the TV is turned on

•

for the first time after turning the power off by “No activity for 3 hours”.
The on-screen display will flash 3, 2 and 1 to indicate the last three (3) remaining minutes prior to the shut-off.

•

Turns TV On automatically when the cable box or a connected device is turned On. (No/Yes)
TV AC cord must be plugged into this device. TV comes on every time the power is restored.

The “Sleep” timer, “On / Off timer”, and “First time setup” will not function if “Auto power on” is set. (p. 60)

•

Set to “On”, if you want to light SD card LED while SD card is inserted. (On/Off )
Set “Movie”, “Thumbnail” or “Slideshow” to play back SD cards automatically.

(Slideshow/Thumbnail/Movie/Set later/Off)

Displays TV version and software license.
Performing Reset will clear all items set with Setup, such as channel settings. (p. 56)

Shifts the display image every (1/2/3/4) minutes according to what was set in the “Time (minutes)” menu.

How to Use Menu Functions

(picture, sound quality, etc.)

Sets the mode to select the channel with Channel up/down button (All/Favorite/Digital only/Analog only)
Sets favorite channels. (p. 26)
Changes the station identifier. (p. 57)
Checks the signal strength if interference or freezing occurs on a digital image. (p. 57)

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AV IN

AV IN

VIERA Link

TM

“HDAVI Control

TM

”

Simultaneously control all Panasonic “HDAVI Control” equipped components using one button on the TV remote.
Enjoy additional HDMI Inter-Operability with Panasonic products which have the “HDAVI Control” function.
This TV supports “HDAVI Control 4” function.
Connections to the equipment (DVD recorder DIGA, HD Camcorder, Player theatre, RAM theater, Amplifier, etc.) with
HDMI cables allow you to interface with them automatically.

Equipment with the “HDAVI Control” function enables the following operations:

■

For the first time/When adding new equipment, reconnecting equipment or changing the setup
after the connection, turn the equipment on and then switch the TV on. Set the input mode to
HDMI1, HDMI2, HDMI3 or HDMI4 (p. 32), and make sure that the image is displayed correctly.

VIERA Link “HDAVI Control”, based on the control functions provided by HDMI which is an industry standard known
as HDMI CEC (Consumer Electronics Control), is a unique function that we have developed and added. As such, its
operation with other manufacturers’ equipment that supports HDMI CEC cannot be guaranteed.
Please refer to the individual manuals for other manufacturers’ equipment supporting the VIERA Link function.

Version Operations

HDAVI Control or later

•

Automatic Input Switching (p. 47)

•

Power on link (p. 47)

•

Power off link (p. 47)

•

Default speakers (p. 47)

•

One-touch theater playback (p. 47)

•

Speaker control (p. 49)

HDAVI Control 2 or later

•

VIERA Link control only with the TV’s remote control(P. 49)

•

Auto power stand-by (for available equipment only) (p. 47)

HDAVI Control 3 or later

•

Providing the setting information (p. 47)

•

Automatic lip-sync function (p. 47)

•

Direct TV Recording (p. 49)

HDAVI Control 4

•

Stand-by power save (with quick start mode) (p. 47)

■

HDMI cable

This function needs an HDMI compliant (fully wired) cable. Non-HDMI-compliant cables cannot be utilized.
It is recommended that you use Panasonic’s HDMI cable. Recommended part number:
RP-CDHF15 (4.9 ft/1.5 m), RP-CDHG15 (4.9 ft/1.5 m), RP-CDHF30 (9.8 ft/3.0 m),
RP-CDHG30 (9.8 ft/3.0 m), RP-CDHG50 (16.4 ft/5.0 m)
* For more details on the external equipment’s connections, please refer to the operating manuals for the equipment.

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AV IN

AV IN

VIERA LinkTM Connections

Follow the connection diagrams below for HDAVI control
of a single piece of AV equipment such as a DVD recorder
(DIGA), RAM theater, or Player theater system.
Refer to page 46-49 for Setup Menu settings and additional
control information.

Optional HDMI and/or optical cables are not included.

•

If connection (or setting) of equipment compatible with
HDAVI control is changed, switch the power of this unit Off
and On again while the power of all equipment is On (so that
the unit can correctly recognize the connected equipment)
and check that the DVD recorder (DIGA), RAM theater, and
Player theater playback operate.

Note

HDMI 1 is recommended.

When connecting to HDMI 2/HDMI 3/HDMI 4, set the input mode to HDMI 2/HDMI 3/HDMI 4 (p. 32) initially before

connecting to HDMI 2/HDMI 3/HDMI 4. After connection, confirm the HDMI control functions (p. 46-49).

Connecting this unit to the DVD recorder (DIGA), RAM

■

theater, or Player theater

For DVD recorder (DIGA): Connect with HDMI cable

For RAM theater and Player theater:
Connect with the HDMI and audio cables.
If audio cable is not connected, you cannot listen to the TV program

Connecting this unit to a DVD

■

recorder (DIGA) and AV amp

When using a “VIERA Link” audio-

video amplifier and a compatible DVD
recorder (DIGA) use a daisy chain
connection as shown below.

through the theater system.

Back of the TV

Digital Audio out

VIERA Link

TM

“HDAVI Control

HDMI
(AV OUT)

Home theater systems
with VIERA Link
function

or

HDMI
(AV OUT)

or

HD Camcorder
with VIERA Link
function

or

HDMI
(AV OUT)

LUMIX
with VIERA
Link function

or

or

HDMI
(AV OUT)

DVD recorder (DIGA)
with VIERA Link
function

or

HDMI
(AV OUT)

AV amp with VIERA
Link function

HDMI cable

HDMI

(AV IN)

DVD recorder (DIGA)
with VIERA Link
function

One AV amp and one DVD recorder (DIGA) can be operated with this unit.

Be sure to connect the AV amp between this unit and the DVD recorder (DIGA).

Setting of this unit after connection

■

After making connections as shown above, set “VIERA Link” (under “VIERA Link settings”) to “On” using the Setup

menu. (p. 33, 46-47).

TM

”

Note

Individual HDMI equipment may require additional menu settings specific to each model. Please refer to their

respective operating instruction manuals.

When audio from other equipment connected to this unit via HDMI is output using “DIGITAL AUDIO OUT” of this

unit, the system switches to 2CH audio.

(When connecting to an AV amp via HDMI, you can enjoy higher sound quality.)

For details about HDMI cable for connecting Panasonic HD camcorder, read the manual for the equipment.

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VIERA Link

TM

“HDAVI Control

TM

”

■

Press to exit from
a menu screen

■

Press to return
to the previous
screen

Display menu

Select “Setup”

Menu

Picture
Audio

VIERA Link
SD card
Closed caption

Setup

select

next

Select “VIERA Link settings”

Setup 2/2

VIERA CAST setting
About

VIERA Link settings

Network setting

select

next

Select “VIERA Link”

On
Yes
Yes

TV

No

No

VIERA Link settings

VIERA Link

Power on link
Power off link

Default speakers

Stand-by power save

Auto power stand-by

select

Select “On”

(default is On)

change

Select settings

On
Yes
Yes

TV

No

No

VIERA Link settings

VIERA Link
Power on link
Power off link

Default speakers

Stand-by power save

Auto power stand-by

select

Set

On
Yes
Yes

Theater

No

No

VIERA Link settings

VIERA Link
Power on link
Power off link

Default speakers

Stand-by power save

Auto power stand-by

change

Automatic
Input
Switching

At the start of the DIGA, Player theater, or RAM theater playback, the TV’s input automatically switches to the input
based on the playback equipment.

For the RAM theater, the speakers automatically switch to the theater system.

If using the DIGA operation, the TV’s input automatically switches to the DIGA and DIGA menu is displayed.

Power on
link

When “Yes” is selected (p. 43), TV is turned on automatically and switches to the appropriate HDMI input whenever
VIERA Link compatible equipment is initially turned on and Play mode is selected.

Power off
link

When “Yes” is selected (p. 43) and the TV is turned off, all connected VIERA Link compatible equipment is also
automatically turned off.

DIGA (Panasonic DVD Recorder) will not turn off if it is still in rec mode.

Caution: The TV remains on even if the VIERA Link compatible equipment is turned off.

Stand-by
power save

(for “HDAVI
Control 4” (with
Quick Start
Mode))

Condition
Power off link: Yes
Stand-by power save: Yes
The equipment has “HDAVI Control 4 (with Quick Start Mode)” connected with HDMI cable.
When TV is turned off, all connected VIERA Link compatible equipment is moved to ECO standby mode*
automatically under above conditions.
* Minimum power consumption of standby condition for the equipment.

Auto power
save (for

“HDAVI Control
2 or later”)

Condition
Auto power stand-by: Yes
The equipment has “HDAVI Control 2 or later” (for available equipment only) connected with HDMI cable.

[ Examples of timing for operation ]

• When the input is switched from HDMI.

• When the “Speaker output” is changed from “Home theater” to “TV”.

The connected VIERA Link compatible equipment will be turned off automatically when not in use.

Default
speakers

“TV” is the default setting. To set the Home Theater system as default speakers, change the default speakers
setting from “TV” to “Theater”. Sound will be output from the Home Theater whenever the TV is powered on.

One-touch
theater
playback

If the “ONE TOUCH PLAY” key is pressed on the remote control for Panasonic Home Theater system, the following
sequence of operations is performed automatically.

Home Theater power switches On, and playback begins.
TV power switches On, and the playback screen is displayed.
Audio is muted on the TV and switches to the theater system.

Providing
the setting
information

(for “HDAVI
Control 3 or
later”)

The following information about the TV settings can be transmitted to each piece of equipment (Recorder/Home
theater/Player) that has “HDAVI Control 3 or later” function connected to a TV with HDMI cable.

Transmittable data

Recorder Home theater Player

On Screen Display Language setting

(English/Español/Français)

○○○

Panel Aspect Ratio

(16:9 fixed)

○○○

Closed caption information

(Mode/CC type/Digital setting)

○

--- ---

Channel information

(Input signal/Channel list/Caption information)

○

--- ---

Note

There is a possibility that all the GUI language information might be set from equipment that has HDMI CEC

function connected to TV with HDMI cable. Depending on operating conditions or the specification for each piece
of equipment the setting may or may not be applied.

For more details on the external equipment’s operation, please refer to the operating manuals for the equipment.

[For Recorder]

You cannot operate other functions while transmitting TV’s information above except Power On/Off key operation.
When you turn off this unit, the transmission will be interrupted (only when you are transmitting Channel information).

Automatic lip­sync function

(for “HDAVI
Control 3 or later”)

Minimizes lip-sync delays between the picture and audio when you connect to a Panasonic theater system or
Amplifier.

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(Continued)

At the start of the DIGA, Player theater, or RAM theater playback, the TV’s input automatically switches to the input
based on the playback equipment.

For the RAM theater, the speakers automatically switch to the theater system.

If using the DIGA operation, the TV’s input automatically switches to the DIGA and DIGA menu is displayed.

When “Yes” is selected (p. 43), TV is turned on automatically and switches to the appropriate HDMI input whenever
VIERA Link compatible equipment is initially turned on and Play mode is selected.

When “Yes” is selected (p. 43) and the TV is turned off, all connected VIERA Link compatible equipment is also
automatically turned off.

DIGA (Panasonic DVD Recorder) will not turn off if it is still in rec mode.

Caution: The TV remains on even if the VIERA Link compatible equipment is turned off.

Condition
Power off link: Yes
Stand-by power save: Yes
The equipment has “HDAVI Control 4 (with Quick Start Mode)” connected with HDMI cable.
When TV is turned off, all connected VIERA Link compatible equipment is moved to ECO standby mode*
automatically under above conditions.
* Minimum power consumption of standby condition for the equipment.

Condition
Auto power stand-by: Yes
The equipment has “HDAVI Control 2 or later” (for available equipment only) connected with HDMI cable.

[ Examples of timing for operation ]

• When the input is switched from HDMI.

• When the “Speaker output” is changed from “Home theater” to “TV”.

The connected VIERA Link compatible equipment will be turned off automatically when not in use.
“TV” is the default setting. To set the Home Theater system as default speakers, change the default speakers

setting from “TV” to “Theater”. Sound will be output from the Home Theater whenever the TV is powered on.
If the “ONE TOUCH PLAY” key is pressed on the remote control for Panasonic Home Theater system, the following

sequence of operations is performed automatically.

Home Theater power switches On, and playback begins.
TV power switches On, and the playback screen is displayed.
Audio is muted on the TV and switches to the theater system.

The following information about the TV settings can be transmitted to each piece of equipment (Recorder/Home
theater/Player) that has “HDAVI Control 3 or later” function connected to a TV with HDMI cable.

Transmittable data

Recorder Home theater Player

On Screen Display Language setting

(English/Español/Français)

○○○

Panel Aspect Ratio

(16:9 fixed)

○○○

Closed caption information

(Mode/CC type/Digital setting)

○

--- ---

Channel information

(Input signal/Channel list/Caption information)

○

--- ---

Note

There is a possibility that all the GUI language information might be set from equipment that has HDMI CEC

function connected to TV with HDMI cable. Depending on operating conditions or the specification for each piece
of equipment the setting may or may not be applied.

For more details on the external equipment’s operation, please refer to the operating manuals for the equipment.

[For Recorder]

You cannot operate other functions while transmitting TV’s information above except Power On/Off key operation.
When you turn off this unit, the transmission will be interrupted (only when you are transmitting Channel information).

Minimizes lip-sync delays between the picture and audio when you connect to a Panasonic theater system or
Amplifier.

VIERA Link

TM

“HDAVI Control

TM

”

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Advanced

VIERA Link

TM

“HDAVI Control

TM

”

You can enjoy more convenient operation with the “HDAVI Control” function in the “VIERA Link”
menu.
For more details on the “HDAVI Control” function, refer to p. 44

■

Press to exit from
a menu screen

■

Press to return
to the previous
screen

Display VIERA Link menu

Select the item

Recorder

TV

VIERA Link control

Speaker output

Record now
Stop recording

select

set or next

Select

Home theater

TV

VIERA Link control

Speaker output

Record now
Stop recording

change

Set

Speaker
control

You can select Home theater or TV speakers for audio output.
Control theater speakers with the TV’s remote control.
This function is available only when Panasonic Amplifier or
Player theater is connected.

■

Home theater: Adjustment for equipment

Volume up / down

Mute

The sound of the TV is muted.

When the equipment is turned off, the TV speakers take over.

Selecting “Home theater” turns the equipment on

automatically if it is in standby mode.

■

TV: The TV speakers are on.

Select “Speaker output”
Select “Home theater” or “TV”

Recorder

TV

Record now
Stop recording
VIERA Link control

Speaker output

select
change

VIERA Link
control
only with the
TV’s remote
control

(for “HDAVI
Control 2 or
later”)

In the VIERA Link menu, you can select HDMI connected equipment and access it quickly. Continue using your
TV’s remote control to operate the equipment, pointing it at the TV.

Select “VIERA Link control”
Select the equipment you want to access.

(Recorder/Home theater/Player/Camcorder/LUMIX/
Network Camera)

Using VIERA TOOLS (p. 27)

If there is more than one equipment item, a number

after the name indicates the number of items. (e.g.
Recorder 1/Recorder 2/Recorder 3…)

The number of equipment items that can be connected

is three for recorders, and a total of three for Home
theater/Player/Camcorder/LUMIX.

Note

There is a limit to the number of HDMI connectors.

Operate the equipment with the TV’s remote

control, pointing it at the TV.

To operate the equipment, read the manual of the

equipment.

Recorder

TV

VIERA Link control

Speaker output

Record now
Stop recording

select
change

You can select available items
only.

■

Available TV’s remote control buttons

Whether an operation is available differs depending on the connected equipment.

Move the cursor/Select Play
Set/Access Stop

Return to previous menu Reverse/Forward
Display the functions

menu on the equipment

Skip Reverse/Forward

Available when the purpose of the keys is
displayed on screen

Pause

Exit Closed caption
Channel Up/Down SAP (Select Audio Mode)

-

0-9 Select digital subchannel

Direct TV
Recording

(for “HDAVI
Control 3 or
later”)

Records the current program on the recorder immediately.

Select “Record now”

Select “Stop recording”, when you want to stop recording

Recorder

TV

VIERA Link control

Speaker output

Record now

Stop recording

select

set

Recorder

TV

VIERA Link control

Speaker output

Record now

Stop recording

For optimal recording, the settings of the recorder might
be required. For details, read the manual of the recorder.

Recording will not stop automatically when the

program is finished.

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(Continued)

You can select Home theater or TV speakers for audio output.
Control theater speakers with the TV’s remote control.
This function is available only when Panasonic Amplifier or
Player theater is connected.

■

Home theater: Adjustment for equipment

Volume up / down

Mute

The sound of the TV is muted.

When the equipment is turned off, the TV speakers take over.

Selecting “Home theater” turns the equipment on

automatically if it is in standby mode.

■

TV: The TV speakers are on.

Select “Speaker output”
Select “Home theater” or “TV”

Recorder

TV

Record now
Stop recording
VIERA Link control

Speaker output

select
change

In the VIERA Link menu, you can select HDMI connected equipment and access it quickly. Continue using your
TV’s remote control to operate the equipment, pointing it at the TV.

Select “VIERA Link control”
Select the equipment you want to access.

(Recorder/Home theater/Player/Camcorder/LUMIX/
Network Camera)

Using VIERA TOOLS (p. 27)

If there is more than one equipment item, a number

after the name indicates the number of items. (e.g.
Recorder 1/Recorder 2/Recorder 3…)

The number of equipment items that can be connected

is three for recorders, and a total of three for Home
theater/Player/Camcorder/LUMIX.

Note

There is a limit to the number of HDMI connectors.

Operate the equipment with the TV’s remote

control, pointing it at the TV.

To operate the equipment, read the manual of the

equipment.

Recorder

TV

VIERA Link control

Speaker output

Record now
Stop recording

select
change

You can select available items
only.

■

Available TV’s remote control buttons

Whether an operation is available differs depending on the connected equipment.

Move the cursor/Select Play
Set/Access Stop

Return to previous menu Reverse/Forward
Display the functions

menu on the equipment

Skip Reverse/Forward

Available when the purpose of the keys is
displayed on screen

Pause

Exit Closed caption
Channel Up/Down SAP (Select Audio Mode)

-

0-9 Select digital subchannel

Records the current program on the recorder immediately.

Select “Record now”

Select “Stop recording”, when you want to stop recording

Recorder

TV

VIERA Link control

Speaker output

Record now

Stop recording

select

set

Recorder

TV

VIERA Link control

Speaker output

Record now

Stop recording

select

set

For optimal recording, the settings of the recorder might
be required. For details, read the manual of the recorder.

Recording will not stop automatically when the

program is finished.

VIERA Link

TM

“HDAVI Control

TM

”

SUB

MENU

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Advanced

Network Setting

This is a setting for connecting to a broadband environment.

■

Press to exit from
a menu screen

■

Press to return
to the previous
screen

Display menu

Select “Setup”

Menu

Picture
Audio
Timer
Lock
VIERA Link
SD card
Closed caption

Setup

select

set or next

Select “Network setting”

Setup 2/2

Advanced setup
About
Reset to defaults

VIERA Link settings

Network setting

VIERA CAST setting
Network Cameras list
ECO/energy saving

select

Select the item and adjust

Network setting 2/2

MAC address 12-34-56-78-80-ab

LAN speed setting Automatic
LAN speed

---

Software update

Network setting 1/2

Connection test Succeeded
IP setting mode Automatic
IP address

---.---.---.---

Subnet mask

---.---.---.---

Default gateway

---.---.---.---

DNS setting mode OK

Primary DNS

---.---.---.---

Automatic

Secondary DNS

---.---.---.---

select
adjust

Connection
test

Check that the network settings are as shown below, and then start “Connection test”.

Select “Connection test” and press OK.

Succeeded

: “Connection test” succeeded
Only home network:
Home network is available.
Failed: Check the broadband environment connection

and settings and the network settings, and then
perform the test again.

Test in progress

---: Test not yet performed

*Press OK again to cancel the test.
(It takes a while to cancel the test.)

Network setting 1/2

Connection test Succeeded

IP setting mode Manual
IP address 192.168.0.5
Subnet mask 255.255.255.0
Default gateway 192.168.0.254

select

ok

IP setting

• IP setting

mode

• IP address

• Subnet mask

• Default

gateway

Select “IP setting mode” and set to “Automatic”.

■

Manual setting

Select “IP setting mode” and set to “Manual”

Select the item and press OK

Check the specifications of the broadband router and

enter each IP address.

(When IP automatic acquisition in DHCP can be used)

Network setting 1/2

Connection test Succeeded

IP setting mode Automatic

IP address

---.---.---.---

Subnet mask

---.---.---.---

Default gateway

---.---.---.---

The acquired address is displayed.

select

ok

Subnet mask

OK

10

I

0 . 0 . 0 . 0

change
channel
ok

or

Each IP address is acquired automatically.

DNS setting

• DNS setting

mode

• Primary DNS

• Secondary

DNS

Select “DNS setting mode” and set to “Automatic”.

(When DNS automatic acquisition in DHCP can be used)

Network setting 1/2

Connection test Succeeded
IP setting mode Automatic

Default gateway 192.168.0.254

DNS setting mode OK

Primary DNS

---.---.---.---

Automatic

Secondary DNS

---.---.---.---

The acquired address is displayed.

select

ok

Each IP address is acquired automatically.

If you are using a broadband router, IP automatic
acquisition in DHCP can be used under normal
circumstances. If you are not sure, check with the
person who installed the equipment, or check the
instructions for each device.

■

Manual setting

Select “DNS setting mode” and set to “Manual”

Select the item and press OK

Enter each IP address as was specified by the

provider.

Primary DNS 10

I

0 . 0 . 0 . 0

select
ok

or

Connection
speed
setting

• LAN speed

setting

• LAN speed

Select “LAN speed setting” (Default is “Automatic”)

Normally, select “Automatic”.

If “Connection test” failed, set the “LAN speed setting”

to “manual” and then select “10BASE half duplex”,
“10BASE duplex”, “100BASE half duplex” or “100 BASE
duplex”.
Cannot be selected when the “LAN speed setting” is
“Automatic”.

Changing the settings may make it impossible to

connect some types of equipment.

Network setting 2/2

MAC address 12-34-56-78-80-ab

LAN speed setting Automatic

LAN speed

---

Software update

select

adjust

Software
update

Select “Software update” Press OK to start the software update screen.

Follow directions of the screen.

* Set “Clock” first. (p. 24)

Network setting 2/2

OK

MAC address 12-34-56-78-80-ab

LAN speed setting Automatic
LAN speed

---

Software update

select

ok

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Advanced

Check that the network settings are as shown below, and then start “Connection test”.

Select “Connection test” and press OK.

Succeeded

: “Connection test” succeeded
Only home network:
Home network is available.
Failed: Check the broadband environment connection

and settings and the network settings, and then
perform the test again.

Test in progress

---: Test not yet performed

*Press OK again to cancel the test.
(It takes a while to cancel the test.)

Network setting 1/2

Connection test Succeeded

IP setting mode Manual
IP address 192.168.0.5
Subnet mask 255.255.255.0
Default gateway 192.168.0.254

select

ok

Select “IP setting mode” and set to “Automatic”.

■

Manual setting

Select “IP setting mode” and set to “Manual”

Select the item and press OK

Check the specifications of the broadband router and

enter each IP address.

(When IP automatic acquisition in DHCP can be used)

Network setting 1/2

Connection test Succeeded

IP setting mode Automatic

IP address

---.---.---.---

Subnet mask

---.---.---.---

Default gateway

---.---.---.---

The acquired address is displayed.

select

ok

Subnet mask

OK

10

I

0 . 0 . 0 . 0

change

channel

ok

or

Each IP address is acquired automatically.

Select “DNS setting mode” and set to “Automatic”.

(When DNS automatic acquisition in DHCP can be used)

Network setting 1/2

Connection test Succeeded
IP setting mode Automatic

Default gateway 192.168.0.254

DNS setting mode OK

Primary DNS

---.---.---.---

Automatic

Secondary DNS

---.---.---.---

The acquired address is displayed.

select

ok

Each IP address is acquired automatically.

If you are using a broadband router, IP automatic
acquisition in DHCP can be used under normal
circumstances. If you are not sure, check with the
person who installed the equipment, or check the
instructions for each device.

■

Manual setting

Select “DNS setting mode” and set to “Manual”

Select the item and press OK

Enter each IP address as was specified by the

provider.

Primary DNS 10

I

0 . 0 . 0 . 0

select
ok

or

Select “LAN speed setting” (Default is “Automatic”)

Normally, select “Automatic”.

If “Connection test” failed, set the “LAN speed setting”

to “manual” and then select “10BASE half duplex”,
“10BASE duplex”, “100BASE half duplex” or “100 BASE
duplex”.
Cannot be selected when the “LAN speed setting” is
“Automatic”.

Changing the settings may make it impossible to

connect some types of equipment.

Network setting 2/2

MAC address 12-34-56-78-80-ab

LAN speed setting Automatic

LAN speed

---

Software update

select

adjust

Select “Software update” Press OK to start the software update screen.

Follow directions of the screen.

* Set “Clock” first. (p. 24)

Network setting 2/2

OK

MAC address 12-34-56-78-80-ab

LAN speed setting Automatic
LAN speed

---

Software update

select

ok

Network Setting

The network settings become effective when you close the menu and run “Connection test”.

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Advanced

VIERA CAST

TM

Setting

■

Press to exit from
a menu screen

■

Press to return
to the previous
screen

Display menu

Select “Setup”

Menu

Picture
Audio
Timer
Lock
VIERA Link
SD card
Closed caption

Setup

select

set or next

Select “VIERA CAST setting”

Setup 2/2

Advanced setup
About
Reset to defaults

VIERA Link settings
Network setting

VIERA CAST setting

Network Cameras list
ECO/energy saving

select

Select the item and adjust

VIERA CAST setting

Proxy address

Proxy port 0

---

Connection test

select

Connection
test

Select “Connection test” and Press OK

VIERA CAST setting

Proxy address

Proxy port 0

---

Connection test

select

ok

When a connection is made to the connection test site

and a message is displayed that indicates a successful
connection

The settings are correct.

When the connection is not successful

An error message is displayed on the screen.

* Check the connection and settings. (p. 50-51, below)

If you perform the proxy settings, check the proxy
address and the proxy port number.

Set only if specified by the provider.
It is not required for normal household use.

Proxy
setting

• Proxy

address

• Proxy port

■

Proxy address

This is the address of the relay server that is

connected to the target server instead of the browser
and sends data to the browser.

Setting is only required if specified by the provider.
Select “Proxy address” and Press OK

■

Proxy port

This number is specified by the provider together with

the proxy address.

Select “Proxy port” and Press OK.
Enter the Port number.

Proxy port 0

select
ok

or

VIERA CAST setting

Proxy address

Proxy port 0

---

Connection test

select

ok

Enter address

(see “Entering characters” below)

Proxy address

prIo

Select “OK”

If you perform the proxy settings, it may make it
impossible to view VIERA CAST movie content.

Entering
characters

You can use the remote control key to enter the alphanumeric characters.

Select OK

RETURN

DeleteABC → abc

G Y

Navigation area

Select OK

RETURN

DeleteABC → abc

G Y

Switches Input mode alphabet to numeric.

VIERA CAST setting

Proxy address

Proxy port 0

---

Connection test

Characters are displayed as shown in following table.

ABC/abc 123

123456789101112
1@./:~_1 1
2 a/A b/B c/C 2 2
3 d/D e/E f/F 3 3
4 g/G h/H i/I 4 4
5 j/J k/K l/L 5 5
6 m/M n/N o/O 6 6
7 p/P q/Q r/R s/S 7 7
8 t/T u/U v/V 8 8
9 w/W x/X y/Y z/Z 9 9
0-,;'"?!()&\00

LAST * # $ % = | { } [ ] *

- Space #

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Advanced

Select “Connection test” and Press OK

VIERA CAST setting

Proxy address

Proxy port 0

---

Connection test

select

ok

When a connection is made to the connection test site

and a message is displayed that indicates a successful
connection

The settings are correct.

When the connection is not successful

An error message is displayed on the screen.

* Check the connection and settings. (p. 50-51, below)

If you perform the proxy settings, check the proxy
address and the proxy port number.

Set only if specified by the provider.
It is not required for normal household use.

■

Proxy address

This is the address of the relay server that is

connected to the target server instead of the browser
and sends data to the browser.

Setting is only required if specified by the provider.
Select “Proxy address” and Press OK

■

Proxy port

This number is specified by the provider together with

the proxy address.

Select “Proxy port” and Press OK.
Enter the Port number.

Proxy port 0

select
ok

or

VIERA CAST setting

Proxy address

Proxy port 0

---

Connection test

select

ok

Enter address

(see “Entering characters” below)

Proxy address

prIo

Select “OK”

If you perform the proxy settings, it may make it
impossible to view VIERA CAST movie content.

You can use the remote control key to enter the alphanumeric characters.

Select OK

RETURN

DeleteABC → abc

G Y

Navigation area

Select OK

RETURN

DeleteABC → abc

G Y

Switches Input mode alphabet to numeric.

VIERA CAST setting

Proxy address

Proxy port 0

---

Connection test

Characters are displayed as shown in following table.

ABC/abc 123

123456789101112
1@./:~_1 1
2 a/A b/B c/C 2 2
3 d/D e/E f/F 3 3
4 g/G h/H i/I 4 4
5 j/J k/K l/L 5 5
6 m/M n/N o/O 6 6
7 p/P q/Q r/R s/S 7 7
8 t/T u/U v/V 8 8
9 w/W x/X y/Y z/Z 9 9
0-,;'"?!()&\00

LAST * # $ % = | { } [ ] *

- Space #

VIERA CAST

TM

Setting

VIERA CAST setting will be effective when you close the menu or run “Connection test”.

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Advanced

Lock

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

■

Press to exit from
a menu screen

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.

Display menu

Select “Lock”

Menu

VIERA Link

Picture
Audio
Timer

Lock

SD card
Closed caption
Setup

next

select

You will be asked to enter your
password each time you display
the Lock menu.

Input your 4-digit password

A 4-digit code must be entered to view a blocked program or change rating settings.

RETURN

Password
Enter password.

- - - -

If it is your first time entering the

password, enter the password
twice in order to register it.

Select the Lock mode

Off

Off

Off

Off

Off

Lock

Mode

Channel
Game

VIERA CAST
Change password

Program

set
select

Off: Unlocks all the lock

settings of “Channel”,
“Game”, “Program” and
“VIERA CAST”.

All: Locks all the inputs

regardless of the lock
settings of “Channel”,
“Game”, “Program” and
“VIERA CAST”.

Custom:

Locks specified inputs
of “Channel”, ”Game”,
“Program” and
“VIERA CAST”.

Select the item

Custom

Off

Off

Off

Off

Lock

Mode

Channel

Game

VIERA CAST
Change password

Program

select

“Channel”, ”Game”, “Program”

and “VIERA CAST” are not
accessible unless “Custom” is
selected in “Mode”.

Set

set

Channel
lock

Select up to 7 (1-7) channels to be blocked. These channels will be blocked regardless of the
program rating.

Select “Mode” and set to “Custom”
Select channel to lock.

Custom

3
4

-

-

-

Channel lock

Mode

Channel 1
Channel 2
Channel 3
Channel 4
Channel 5

select

set

To lock/unlock all channels:

Select “Mode” and set to “All” or “Off”.
All: Locks all channels

Off: Unlocks all channels

Game lock

Locks Channel 3, Channel 4 and external
inputs.

Select “Game” in 5 and set to “On”.

select

set

On: Locks
Off: Unlocks

Program
lock

■

To set a rating level

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

Select “Mode” and set to “On”.

On
Off
Off
Off
Off

Program lock

Mode

MPAA
U.S.TV
C.E.L.R.
C.F.L.R.

set
select

Select the rating category you wish

to follow

On
Off
Off
Off
Off

Program lock

Mode

MPAA

U.S.TV
C.E.L.R.
C.F.L.R.

next

select

MPAA: U.S movie ratings
U.S.TV: U.S TV program ratings
C.E.L.R.:Canadian English ratings
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

R

Restricted: Under 17 requires
accompanying parent or adult guardian

NC-17 No one 17 and under admitted

X Adults only

To get more information (p. 63)

VIERA CAST
lock

VIERA CAST lock

Locks VIERA CAST.
Select “VIERA CAST” in 5 and set to “On”.
When you press VIERA CAST, the “VIERA CAST Lock”
screen is displayed.
Type the correct password to enter the Home screen.

select

set

On: Locks
Off: Unlocks

Change
password

■

To change the password

In , select “Change password” and

press OK

Input the new 4-digit password twice

Off

Off

Off

Off

Off

Lock

Mode
Channel
Game

VIERA CAST

Change password

Program

RETURN

Change password
Enter new password.

- - - -

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Advanced

Channel
lock

Select up to 7 (1-7) channels to be blocked. These channels will be blocked regardless of the
program rating.

Select “Mode” and set to “Custom”
Select channel to lock.

Custom

3
4

-

-

-

Channel lock

Mode

Channel 1
Channel 2
Channel 3
Channel 4
Channel 5

select

set

To lock/unlock all channels:

Select “Mode” and set to “All” or “Off”.
All: Locks all channels

Off: Unlocks all channels

Game lock

Locks Channel 3, Channel 4 and external
inputs.

Select “Game” in 5 and set to “On”.

select

set

On: Locks
Off: Unlocks

Program
lock

■

To set a rating level

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

Select “Mode” and set to “On”.

On
Off
Off
Off
Off

Program lock

Mode

MPAA
U.S.TV
C.E.L.R.
C.F.L.R.

set
select

Select the rating category you wish

to follow

On
Off
Off
Off
Off

Program lock

Mode

MPAA

U.S.TV
C.E.L.R.
C.F.L.R.

next

select

MPAA: U.S movie ratings
U.S.TV: U.S TV program ratings
C.E.L.R.:Canadian English ratings
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

R

Restricted: Under 17 requires
accompanying parent or adult guardian

NC-17 No one 17 and under admitted

X Adults only

To get more information (p. 63)

VIERA CAST
lock

VIERA CAST lock

Locks VIERA CAST.
Select “VIERA CAST” in 5 and set to “On”.
When you press VIERA CAST, the “VIERA CAST Lock”
screen is displayed.
Type the correct password to enter the Home screen.

select

set

On: Locks
Off: Unlocks

Change
password

■

To change the password

In , select “Change password” and

press OK

Input the new 4-digit password twice

Off

Off

Off

Off

Off

Lock

Mode
Channel
Game

VIERA CAST

Change password

Program

RETURN

Change password
Enter new password.

- - - -

To select the channel or the rating of the program to be locked

■

Lock

Note

This television is designed to support the “Downloadable U.S. Region Rating System” when available. (Available

only in U.S.A.)
The Off rating is independent of other ratings.
When placing a lock on a specific-age-based-rating level, the Off rating and any other more restrictive ratings will

also be blocked.

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57

Advanced

Editing and Setting Channels

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

■

Press to exit from

a menu screen

Display menu

Select “Setup”

Menu

Picture
Audio
Timer
Lock
VIERA Link
SD card
Closed caption

Setup

next

select

Select “ANT/Cable setup”

Setup 1/2

Clock

ANT/Cable setup

Input labels
Anti image retention
Remote control registration

Reset to defaults

Language

All

Channel surf mode

next

select

Select the function

Cable

ANT/Cable setup

ANT in

Auto program

Manual program
Signal meter

next

select

Set

■

To reset the settings of setup menu

Select “Reset to defaults” in Setup menu ( ) and press OK

Input your 4-digit password with number buttons

Select “YES” on the confirmation screen and press OK

Auto

program

Set
automatically

Automatically searches and adds available channels to the memory.

Select “ANT in”

Select Cable or Antenna

Or select “Not used” (p. 22).

Select “Auto program”

Cable

ANT/Cable setup

ANT in

Auto program

Manual program
Signal meter

next

select

Select a scanning mode (p. 23)

Auto program

All channels

Analog only
Digital only

ok

select

Settings are made automatically

After the scanning is completed, select “Apply”.

(see below ).

All previously saved channels are erased.

Manual

program

Set
manually

Use this procedure when changing the channel setup or
changing the channel display.
Also, use this to add or skip channels from the channel
list manually.
You can select a channel tuning mode (Digital only/
Analog only) in “Channel surf mode” (p. 42)

Edit

Caption

---

80-101

Change

OK
RETURN

DeleteABC → abc

G Y

Edit CH caption

Caption

Channel

select
change
set/next

Caption

Select the station identifier (maximum 7 characters available)

Favorite

Set favorite 1/3

26-1

1
2

select

next

Set favorite Select the number

Add

Press OK to select “Yes (add)” or “No (skip)”

Move cursor to channel number

Manual program

Edit CancelApply

Caption Favorite Add

2 ...

...

Yes

3 ...

...

Yes

Channel

select
Press OK to tune

to the channel.

Select “Apply”

program

CancelApply

Caption Favorite Add

...

...

Yes

select “Apply”

ok

Select “Edit”

Manual program

Edit CancelApply

Caption Favorite Add

2 ...

...

Yes

3 ...

...

Yes

4 ...

...

Yes

5 ...

...

Yes

Channel

select
next

Select the item to be edited

R G B Y

Select

RETURN

OK

Manual program

Edit CancelApply

Caption Favorite Add

2 ...

...

Yes

3 ...

...

Yes

4 ...

...

Yes

5 ...

...

Yes

6 ...

...

Yes

7 ...

...

Yes

8 ...

...

Yes

9 ...

...

Yes

Channel

Prev.page Next page

Caption

Favorite

Add

Proceed to
next page

Go back to previous page

select the item
to edit (Caption/
Favorite/Add)

next

•

Caption:

Changes the station identifier

•

Favorite:

Registers channel to Favorite

List

•

Add:

Adds or skips channels

To cancel the Edit

Manual program

Edit CancelApply

Caption Favorite Add

2 ...

...

Yes

3 ...

...

Yes

4 ...

...

Yes

5 ...

...

Yes

Channel

select
next

Changes will be lost. Continue?

Yes No

ok

(returns to “ANT/

Cable setup”)
select “Yes”

Signal

meter

Check
signal
strength

Check the signal strength if an interference is found or freezing occurs on a digital image.

1-1

Signal meter

Channel

Tune manually

Signal strength

Current 30%
Peak level 45%

Signal intensity

change

channel

ok

or

If the signal is weak, check the antenna.

If no problem is found, consult your local dealer.

Note

Not available if “Cable” is selected in “ANT in”

(see above).

Available only for digital antenna channels.

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Advanced

Automatically searches and adds available channels to the memory.

Select “ANT in”

Select Cable or Antenna

Or select “Not used” (p. 22).

Select “Auto program”

Cable

ANT/Cable setup

ANT in

Auto program

Manual program
Signal meter

next

select

Select a scanning mode (p. 23)

Auto program

All channels

Analog only
Digital only

ok

select

Settings are made automatically

After the scanning is completed, select “Apply”.

(see below ).

All previously saved channels are erased.

Use this procedure when changing the channel setup or
changing the channel display.
Also, use this to add or skip channels from the channel
list manually.
You can select a channel tuning mode (Digital only/
Analog only) in “Channel surf mode” (p. 42)

Edit

Caption

---

80-101

Change

OK
RETURN

DeleteABC → abc

G Y

Edit CH caption

Caption

Channel

select
change
set/next

or

Caption

Select the station identifier (maximum 7 characters available)

Favorite

Set favorite 1/3

26-1

1
2

select

next

Set favorite Select the number

Add

Press OK to select “Yes (add)” or “No (skip)”

Move cursor to channel number

Manual program

Edit CancelApply

Caption Favorite Add

2 ...

...

Yes

3 ...

...

Yes

Channel

select
Press OK to tune

to the channel.

Select “Apply”

program

CancelApply

Caption Favorite Add

...

...

Yes

select “Apply”

ok

Select “Edit”

Manual program

Edit CancelApply

Caption Favorite Add

2 ...

...

Yes

3 ...

...

Yes

4 ...

...

Yes

5 ...

...

Yes

Channel

select
next

Select the item to be edited

R G B Y

Select

RETURN

OK

Manual program

Edit CancelApply

Caption Favorite Add

2 ...

...

Yes

3 ...

...

Yes

4 ...

...

Yes

5 ...

...

Yes

6 ...

...

Yes

7 ...

...

Yes

8 ...

...

Yes

9 ...

...

Yes

Channel

Prev.page Next page

Caption

Favorite

Add

Proceed to
next page

Go back to previous page

select the item
to edit (Caption/
Favorite/Add)

next

•

Caption:

Changes the station identifier

•

Favorite:

Registers channel to Favorite

List

•

Add:

Adds or skips channels

To cancel the Edit

Manual program

Edit CancelApply

Caption Favorite Add

2 ...

...

Yes

3 ...

...

Yes

4 ...

...

Yes

5 ...

...

Yes

Channel

select
next

Changes will be lost. Continue?

Yes No

ok

(returns to “ANT/

Cable setup”)

select “Yes”

Check the signal strength if an interference is found or freezing occurs on a digital image.

1-1

Signal meter

Channel

Tune manually

Signal strength

Current 30%
Peak level 45%

Signal intensity

change
channel
ok

or

If the signal is weak, check the antenna.

If no problem is found, consult your local dealer.

Note

Not available if “Cable” is selected in “ANT in”

(see above).

Available only for digital antenna channels.

Editing and Setting Channels

If “Lock” (p. 54) is activated and “ANT/Cable setup” is selected, “Enter password.” will be displayed.

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59

Advanced

Closed Caption

Closed caption

Display
Closed
caption

The television includes a built-in decoder that is capable of providing a text display of the audio.
The program being viewed must be transmitting Closed caption (CC) information. (p. 64)

■

Select the item and set

Primary

CC1

On

Closed caption

Digital

Mode
Analog

Digital setting

Reset to defaults

select
set

Mode

Select “On” (when not using, select
“Off”).

Analog

(Choose the Closed caption service
of Analog broadcasting.)

CC1-4: Information related to pictures

(Appears at bottom of screen)

T1-4: Textual information

(Appears over entire screen)

Digital

(The Digital Closed caption
menu lets you configure the way
you choose to view the digital
captioning.)

Select the setting.

“Primary”, “Second.”, “Service 3”, “Service

4”, “Service 5”, “Service 6”

The settings in “Analog” or “Digital”

depend on the broadcaster.

■

To make more in-depth display settings in digital programs

Select “Digital setting” and press OK
Select the item and set

Automatic
Automatic
Automatic

Automatic
Automatic
Automatic
Automatic

Automatic

Digital setting

Size

Foreground

Font
Style

Fore. opacity
Background
Back. opacity
Outline

select
set

Size: Text size
Font: Text font
Style: Text style (Raised, Depressed, etc.)
Foreground: Color of text
Fore. opacity: Opacity of text
Background: Color of text box
Back. opacity: Opacity of text box
Outline: Outline color of text

(Identify the setting options on the screen.)

■

To reset the settings

Select “Reset to defaults” and press OK

■

Press to exit from

a menu screen

Display menu

Select “Closed caption”

Menu

VIERA Link

Picture
Audio
Timer
Lock

SD card

Closed caption

Setup

next

select

Input labels

Display
labels of
connected
devices

Devices connected to external input terminals can be labeled for easier identification during
input selection. (In selecting input mode from p. 32 )

■

Select the terminal and label of the external equipment

GAME

GAME

Input labels

Component 1

Component 2
HDMI 1
HDMI 2
HDMI 3
HDMI 4
Video 1
Video 2
PC

or

G A A

Select

OK
RETURN

DeleteABC → abc

G Y

Input labels

Component 1

Switches Input mode from alphabetical to numeric

select
set

Video 1

VCR

Label Terminal

[example]

Terminals: Component 1-2/HDMI 1-4/Video 1-2/PC
Label: [BLANK] SKIP/VCR/DVD/CABLE/SATELLITE/DVR/GAME/

AUX/RECEIVER/COMPUTER/Blu-ray/CAMERA/DVD REC/

HOME THTR/MONITOR/MEDIA CTR/MEDIA EXT/OTHER
For the PC terminal, only “SKIP” is available.
* If “SKIP” is selected, the INPUT button press will skip its input.

Each selected label will be displayed on “Input select” screen. (p. 32)

Menu

Picture
Audio
Timer
Lock
VIERA Link
SD card
Closed caption

Setup

Setup 1/2

Clock
ANT/Cable setup

Input labels

Anti image retention
Remote control registration

Language

All

Channel surf mode

59

Advanced

Input Labels

Input labels

Display
labels of
connected
devices

Devices connected to external input terminals can be labeled for easier identification during
input selection. (In selecting input mode from p. 32 )

■

Select the terminal and label of the external equipment

GAME

GAME

Input labels

Component 1

Component 2
HDMI 1
HDMI 2
HDMI 3
HDMI 4
Video 1
Video 2
PC

or

G A A

Select

OK
RETURN

DeleteABC → abc

G Y

Input labels

Component 1

Switches Input mode from alphabetical to numeric

select
set

Video 1

VCR

Label Terminal

[example]

Terminals: Component 1-2/HDMI 1-4/Video 1-2/PC
Label: [BLANK] SKIP/VCR/DVD/CABLE/SATELLITE/DVR/GAME/

AUX/RECEIVER/COMPUTER/Blu-ray/CAMERA/DVD REC/

HOME THTR/MONITOR/MEDIA CTR/MEDIA EXT/OTHER
For the PC terminal, only “SKIP” is available.
* If “SKIP” is selected, the INPUT button press will skip its input.

Each selected label will be displayed on “Input select” screen. (p. 32)

Menu

Picture
Audio
Timer
Lock
VIERA Link
SD card
Closed caption

Setup

Setup 1/2

Clock
ANT/Cable setup

Input labels

Anti image retention
Remote control registration

Language

All

Channel surf mode

Display menu

Select “Setup”

Select “Input labels”

next

select

next

select

Closed Caption

Input Labels

Press to exit from

■

a menu screen

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61

Advanced

Using Timer

The TV can automatically turn On/Off at the designated date and time.

The Clock must be set before On time/Off time settings. (p. 24)
The “Sleep” timer and “On / Off timer” will not work if the “Auto power on” (p. 42) is set.

■

Press to exit from
a menu screen

■

Press to return
to the previous
screen

Note

The TV automatically

turns Off after 90
minutes when turned
On by the Timer.
This operation will be
cancelled if the Off
time is selected or if a
key is pressed.

Display menu

Select “Timer”

Menu

VIERA Link

Picture
Audio

Timer

Lock

SD card
Closed caption

next

select

Select the timer to set

Timer

Sleep

Timer 1
Timer 2
Timer 3
Timer 4
Timer 5

select

next

Turns Off automatically

Sleep

Turns On/Off automatically
(5 timers can be set.)

Timer 1

Timer 5

~

Set the timer

■

To set “Sleep” (Off Timer)

Set to shut the unit off after a pre-selected amount of time.

60

Sleep

Sleep (minutes)

set

0/30/60/90 (minutes)

■

To set “Timer 1-5” (On/Off Timer)

Select the item and set

On
TV

10-3

7/6[FRI]
1:15 AM
12:45 AM

Timer 1

Timer set

Inputs
Channel
Day
On time
Off time

select
set

or

SUN/MON/TUE/WED/THU/FRI/SAT
(displays the nearest future date)
MON-FRI/SAT-SUN/DAILY/Every SUN/Every MON/
Every TUE/Every WED/Every THU/Every FRI/ Every SAT

Select the channel

Channel

Select the day

Day

The time to turn On

On time

The time to turn Off

Off time

Select the inputs

Inputs

AM / PM

Timer setting (On/Off)

Timer set

Clear

Menu

Picture
Audio

VIERA Link
SD card
Closed caption

Setup

Setup 1/2

Clock
ANT/Cable setup
Input labels
Anti image retention

Remote control registration

Language

All

Channel surf mode

Remote control registration.
2* of 5 remotes registered.

Register additional remote control?

Yes No

Remote control registration
Maximum 5 of 5 remotes registered.

NOTE: If you wish to register another remote control,
all existing remote control registrations will be erased.
Continue to register another remote control?

Yes No

Remote control registration
completed successfully.
Press OK.

61

Advanced

Remote control registration

Menu

Picture
Audio

VIERA Link
SD card
Closed caption

Setup

Setup 1/2

Clock
ANT/Cable setup
Input labels
Anti image retention

Remote control registration

Language

All

Channel surf mode

Remote control registration.
2* of 5 remotes registered.

Register additional remote control?

Yes No

Remote control registration
Maximum 5 of 5 remotes registered.

NOTE: If you wish to register another remote control,
all existing remote control registrations will be erased.
Continue to register another remote control?

Yes No

Remote control registration
completed successfully.
Press OK.

Remote control registration can be set on the “Setup” screen.

Display “Remote control registration”

or

POWER

INPUT/OK

MENU

VOL

VIDEO IN 2

CH

S VIDEO

VIDEO

L-AUDIO-R

or

next

select

INPUT/OK

MENU

CHVOL

Press MENU key for 3 seconds.

(Tuner Box)

Select “Yes”

[Registered remote control: 5 or less]

select
ok

(example)

Return to “Setup” selecting “No”.

*: Number of registered

remote controls

[Registered remote controls: 5 ]

Press the ‘OK’ button and the ‘1’ button simultaneously
for at least 3 seconds.

Error or

Time out

(30 sec)

Remote control registration failed.
Try registering again?

INPUT/O

K
MENU

VOL

CH

Remote control registration
Press the ‘OK’ button and the ‘1’ button
simultaneously for at least 3 seconds.

C

A

A

R

S

E

I

T

V

V

I

E

k

n

R

i

A

L

T

A

O

R

O

E

L

I

S

V

Remote control registration

Using Timer

Succeed

Select

“Yes”

Return to “Setup” selecting

“No”.

ok

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63

Advanced

S VIDEO

VIDEO

VIDEO IN 2

L-AUDIO-R

AV IN

AV IN

Recommended AV Connections

These diagrams show our recommendations or how to connect the TV unit to your various equipment.
For other connections, consult the instructions for each piece of equipment and its specifications.
For additional assistance, please visit our website at: www.panasonic.com

www.panasonic.ca

AC 120 V

60 Hz

Back of the Display Unit

Cable Box

Cable TV

or

■

To watch DVDs

Optical digital
audio cable

■

DVD Recorder /
VCR

■

To listen to the TV
through speakers

or

■

To watch camcorder images

Camcorder VCR DVD Player

(For HDMI connection, HDMI compatible

equipment only.
For connection using HDMI-DVI Conversion
cable, see HDMI 1, HDMI 2 or HDMI 3
connection on this page.)

Audio
cable

or

■

To watch digital video
image

DVD Player/Set
Top Box

DVD Player or Set Top
Box (HDMI compatible
machines only)

Connect with

A

or

B

A

HDMI cable

B

HDMI-DVI

Conversion cable
+ Audio cable*

1

or

Amplifier

OPTICAL

IN

AC Cord
(Connect after all the
other connections are
complete.)

Conversion
adapter
(if necessary)

Computer

RGB
PC cable

AUDIO

cable

■

PC

Note

*

1

Please see p. 40-41 for setup when using an external analog audio cable with an HDMI to DVI cable.

*2 • For details about the RS232C command, contact Customer Care. (p.73, 74) Note that we only provide

information in accordance with our disclosure rules.

• See “RS232C terminal Specification” sheet. (attached separately)

LAN connection
(p. 35)

or

Back of the Tuner Box

Front of the Tuner Box

RS232C connection
(Serial port)*

2

or

or

63

Advanced

Ratings List for Lock

“V-chip” technology enables you to lock channels or shows according to standard ratings set by the
entertainment industry. (p. 55)

U.S. MOVIE RATINGS (MPAA)

■

NR

G GENERAL AUDIENCES. All ages admitted.

PG PARENTAL GUIDANCE SUGGESTED. Some material may not be suitable for children.

PG-13 PARENTS STRONGLY CAUTIONED. Some material may be inappropriate for children under 13.

R RESTRICTED. Under 17 requires accompanying parent or adult guardian.

NC-17 NO ONE 17 AND UNDER ADMITTED.

X ADULTS ONLY.

U.S. TV PROGRAMS RATINGS (U. S. TV)

■

Age-based

Group

NR
(Not Rated)

Youth

Guidance

FV: Fantasy/Cartoon Violence. V: Violence S: Sex L: Offensive Language D: Dialogue with sexual content.

NO RATING (NOT RATED) AND NA (NOT APPLICABLE) PROGRAMS. Movie which has not been rated or
where rating does not apply.

Age-based

Ratings

TV-NR

TV-Y

TV-Y7

TV-G

TV-PG

TV-14

TV-MA

Possible Content

Selections

Viewable

•

Blocked

•

Viewable

•

Blocked

•

FV Blocked

•

Viewable

•

Blocked

•

Viewable

•

Blocked

•

D,L,S,V (all selected)

•

Any combination of

•

D, L, S, V
D,L,S,V (all selected)

•

Any combination of

•

D, L, S, V
L,S,V (all selected)

•

Any combination of

•

L, S, V

Description

Not Rated.
All children. The themes and elements in this program are specifically

designed for a very young audience, including children from ages 2-6.
Directed to older children. Themes and elements in this program may

include mild physical or comedic violence, or may frighten children
under the age of 7.

General audience. It contains little or no violence, no strong language,
and little or no sexual dialogue or situations.

Parental guidance suggested. The program may contain infrequent
coarse language, limited violence, some suggestive sexual dialogue
and situations.

Parents strongly cautioned. This program may contain sophisticated
themes, sexual content, strong language and more intense violence.

Mature audiences only. This program may contain mature themes,
profane language, graphic violence, and explicit sexual content.

Recommended AV Connections

Ratings List for Lock

CANADIAN ENGLISH RATINGS (C. E. L. R.)

■

E
C Programming intended for children under age 8. No offensive language, nudity or sexual content.

C8+

G General programming, suitable for all audiences.

PG Parental Guidance suggested. Some material may not be suitable for children.
14+
18+ 18+ years old. Programming restricted to adults. Contains constant violence or scenes of extreme violence.

CANADIAN FRENCH RATINGS (C. F. L. R.)

■

E Exempt - Exempt programming.
G

8 ans+
13 ans+
16 ans+

18 ans+ Programming restricted to adults. Contains constant violence or scenes of extreme violence.

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

Exempt - Exempt programming includes: news, sports, documentaries and other information programming,
talk shows, music videos, and variety programming.

Programming generally considered acceptable for children 8 years and over. No profanity, nudity or sexual
content.

Programming contains themes or content which may not be suitable for viewers under the age of 14. Parents
are strongly cautioned to exercise discretion in permitting viewing by pre-teens and early teens.

General - Programming intended for audience of all ages. Contains no violence, or the violence content is
minimal or is depicted appropriately.

8+ General - Not recommended for young children. Programming intended for a broad audience but contains
light or occasional violence. Adult supervision recommended.

Programming may not be suitable for children under the age of 13 - Contains either a few violent scenes or one
or more sufficiently violent scenes to affect them. Adult supervision strongly suggested.

Programming may not be suitable for children under the age of 16 - Contains frequent scenes of violence or
intense violence.

FAQs, etc.

64 65

Technical Information

Closed caption (CC)

For viewing the CC of digital broadcasting, set the aspect to FULL (If viewing with H-FILL, JUST, ZOOM or 4:3;

characters might be cut off).

The CC can be displayed on the TV if the receiver (such as a set-top box or satellite receiver) has the CC set On

using the Component or HDMI connection to the TV.

If the CC is set to On on both the receiver and TV when the signal is 480i (except for the HDMI connection), the CC

may overlap on the TV.
If a digital program is being output in analog format, the CC data will also be output in analog format.
If the recorder or output monitor is connected to the TV, the CC needs to be set up on the recorder or output

monitor.

Aspect Ratio (FORMAT)

Press the FORMAT button to cycle through the aspect modes. This lets you choose the aspect depending on the
format of the received signal and your preference. (p. 26)
(e.g.: in case of 4:3 image)

FULL JUST

Enlarges the 4:3 image horizontally to the screen’s side edges.
(Recommended for anamorphic picture)

Stretches to justify the 4:3 image to the four corners of the
screen.
(Recommended for normal TV broadcast)

H-FILL 4:3

H-FILL

Side bar

Enlarges the 4:3 image horizontally to the screen’s side edges.
The side edges of the image are cut off.

Standard
(Note that “Image retention” of the side bar may occur from
displaying it for a long time.)

ZOOM

Note

480i (4:3), 480i (16:9), 480p (4:3), 480p (16:9):

FULL, JUST, 4:3 or ZOOM

1080p / 1080i / 720p:

FULL, H-FILL, JUST, 4:3 or ZOOM

Enlarges the 4:3 image to the entire screen.
(Recommended for Letter Box)

Zoom adjustments

Vertical image position and size can be adjusted in “ZOOM”.
Select “Zoom adjustments” on the “Picture” menu. (p. 40-41)
V-position: Vertical position adjustment V-size: Vertical size adjustment

To reset the aspect ratio (OK)

FULL

ZOOM

JUST

Data format for SD Card browsing

Photo: Still images recorded with digital still cameras compatible with JPEG files of DCF* and EXIF** standards

Movie: SD-Video Standard Ver. 1.2 [MPEG-2 (PS format)] and AVCHD Standard compatible files with an audio format that is

Data format-Baseline JPEG (Sub-sampling: 4:4:4, 4:2:2 or 4:2:0)
Max. number of files - 9,999 Image resolution - 160 x 120 to 10,000,000

either MPEG-1/Layer-2 format or Dolby Digital format
(A modified data with a PC may not be displayed correctly.)

DCF (Design rule for camera file system): A Japan Electronics and Information Technology Industries Association’s standard

*

** EXIF (Exchangeable Image File Format)

Note

Format the card with the recording equipment.

The picture may not appear correctly on this TV depending on the recording equipment used.

Display may take some time when there are many files and folders.

This function cannot display Motion JPEG and still image not DCF formatted (i.e. TIFF, BMP).

Data modified with a PC may not be displayed.

Images imported from a PC must be compatible with EXIF 2.0, 2.1 and 2.2.

Partly degraded files might be displayed at a reduced resolution.

All “.JPG” extension datas in the card will be read in Photo View Mode.

The folder and file names may be different depending on the digital camera used.

Do not use two-byte characters or other special codes.

The card may become unusable with this TV if file or folder names are changed.

For the suitable SD Memory Cards, please confirm the latest information on the following website.

http://panasonic.jp/support/global/cs (This site is in English only)

Cautions in handling SD Card:

Do not remove the card while the unit is accessing data (this can damage card or unit).

Do not touch the terminals on the back of the card.

Do not subject the card to high pressure or impact.

Insert the card in the correct direction (otherwise, card may be damaged).

Electrical interference, static electricity or erroneous operation may damage the data or card.

Back up the recorded data at regular intervals in case of deteriorated or damaged data or erratic

operation of the unit. (Panasonic is not liable for any deterioration or damage of recorded data.)

SD Card warning messages

Message Meaning

SD card slot is empty.

No photos/ No movies

Cannot read file

The card is not inserted.

The card has no data or this type of data is not supported.

The file is broken or unreadable.
The TV does not support the format.

DIGITAL AUDIO OUT terminals

You can enjoy your home theater by connecting a Dolby Digital (5.1 channel) decoder and “Multi Channel” amplifier to the
DIGITAL AUDIO OUT terminals.

Caution

Depending on your DVD player and DVD-Audio software the copyright protection function may operate and disable optical output.

When an ATSC channel is selected, the output from the DIGITAL AUDIO OUT jack will be Dolby Digital. When an NTSC

channel is selected, the output will be PCM.

When playing movie on SD Card Movie player, when the sound has been recorded in Dolby Digital, the output from the

DIGITAL AUDIO OUT terminal will be Dolby Digital. When the sound is recorded in the other formats, the output will be PCM.
See pages 54-55 for more information

Technical Information

FAQs, etc.

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VIERA LinkTM “HDAVI ControlTM”

HDMI connections to some Panasonic equipment allow you to interface automatically. (p. 44)

This function may not work normally depending on the equipment condition.
The equipment can be operated by other remote controls with this function on even if TV is in Standby mode.
Image or sound may not be available for the first few seconds when the playback starts.
Image or sound may not be available for the first few seconds when Input mode is switched.
Volume function will be displayed when adjusting the volume of the equipment.

If you connect the same kind of equipment at once (for example: one DIGA to HDMI 1 / another DIGA to HDMI 2), VIERA LinkTM

is available for the terminal with the smaller number.
If you connect equipment that has “HDAVI Control 2” (or more) function to the TV with HDMI cable, the sound from DIGITAL

AUDIO OUT terminal can be output as multi channel surround.
“HDAVI Control 4” is the newest standard (current as of December, 2008) for the HDAVI Control compatible equipment.

This standard is compatible with the conventional HDAVI equipment.

HDMI connection

HDMI (high-definition multimedia interface) allows you to enjoy high-definition digital images and high-quality sound by connecting
the TV unit and the devices.
HDMI-compatible equipment (*1) with an HDMI or DVI output terminal, such as a set-top box or a DVD player, can be connected
to the HDMI connector using an HDMI compliant (fully wired) cable.

HDMI is the world’s first complete digital consumer AV interface complying with a non-compression standard.
If the external equipment has only a DVI output, connect to the HDMI terminal via a DVI to HDMI adapter cable (*2).
When the DVI to HDMI adapter cable is used, connect the audio cable to the audio input terminal.
Audio settings can be made on the “HDMI 1 in”, “HDMI 2 in”, “HDMI 3 in” or “HDMI 4 in” menu screen. (p. 40)

Applicable audio signal sampling frequencies (L.PCM): 48 kHz, 44.1 kHz, 32 kHz

(*1): The HDMI logo is displayed on an HDMI-compliant device.
(*2): Enquire at your local digital equipment retailer shop.

Caution

Use with a PC is not assumed.
All signals are reformatted before being displayed on the screen.
If the connected device has an aspect adjustment function, set the aspect ratio to “16:9”.
These HDMI connectors are “type A”.
These HDMI connectors are compatible with HDCP (High-Bandwidth Digital Content Protection) copyright protection.
A device having no digital output terminal may be connected to the input terminal of either “COMPONENT”, “S VIDEO”, or

“VIDEO” to receive analog signals.
The HDMI input terminal can be used with only the following image signals: 480i, 480p, 720p, 1080i and 1080p.

Match the output setting of the digital device.
For details of the applicable HDMI signals, see p. 67.

Picture mode

Vivid: Provides enhanced picture contrast and sharpness for viewing in a well-lit room.
Standard: Recommended for normal viewing conditions with subdued room lighting.
Studio ref: Provides high-quality gradation and color tone picture for a cinema-like feel.
THX: Faithfully reproduces the image quality that the movie makers intended in order to provide the ultimate

cinematic experience at home.

Game:

For playing video game. This mode will be set automatically if “GAME” is selected from Input label setting (p. 59)

Custom (Photo): Customizes each item according to your taste.

Photo is displayed in JPEG menu.

Note

Picture mode will be automatically set to “Standard” if you change the Input label from “GAME” to other labels.
Picture mode will be automatically set to “Game” if you change from an Input label other than “GAME” to “GAME” label.

Pro setting

Reset to defaults: Resets all Pro setting adjustments to factory default settings. (Set/No)
W/B high R: Adjusts the white balance for light red areas.
W/B high B: Adjusts the white balance for light blue areas.
W/B low R: Adjusts the white balance for dark red areas.
W/B low B: Adjusts the white balance for dark blue areas.
Black extension: Adjusts the dark shades of the image in gradation.

Gamma adjustment

: Gamma correction. Adjusts the intermediate brightness of the image. (Normal/Mid/Full 1/Full 2)

Panel brightness: Selects the display panel brightness.

(High: Vivid, Mid: Standard, Low: Studio ref)

Contour emphasis: Adjusts the contour emphasis of the image. (On/Off)
AGC: Increases the brightness of dark signal automatically. (On/Off)
Save as default: Save all “picture” (when “Picture mode” is “Custom”) and “Pro setting” adjustments.

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Aspect Ratio: 4:3

H size

Size 1 Size 2

The width will be decreased on both sides to

reduce noise.

Aspect Ratio: FULL/JUST(H-FILL/ZOOM)

Size 1 Size 2

See pages 40-41 for more information

The width will be increased on both sides to

reduce noise.

4:3 side bars

Do not display a picture in 4:3 mode for an extended period, as this can cause
“Image retention” to remain on either or both sides of the display field.
To reduce the risk of such “Image retention”, change the brightness of the side
bars.
See pages 42-43 for more information

The side bar may flash (alternate black/white) depending on the picture. Using

Cinema mode will reduce such flashing (See below).

Side Bar

4:3

Screen

Display

Scrolling bar

Scrolling bar: To prevent “Image retention”, scrolls white vertical bar from top to bottom on a black screen.

Press any key except the POWER key to return to previous screen.

You will return to the previous screen if no key operation has been performed for 15 minutes.

See pages 42-43 for more information

Image retention

[Scrolling bar]

Input signal that can be displayed

* Mark: Applicable input signal for Component (Y, PB, PR), HDMI and PC

horizontal frequency (kHz) vertical frequency (Hz) COMPONENT HDMI PC

525 (480) / 60i 15.73 59.94
525 (480) /60p 31.47 59.94
750 (720) /60p 45.00 59.94
1,125 (1,080) /60i 33.75 59.94
1,125 (1,080) /60p 67.43 59.94
1,125 (1,080) /60p 67.50 60.00
1,125 (1,080) /24p 26.97 23.98
1,125 (1,080) /24p 27.00 24.00
640 × 400 @70 31.47 70.08
640 × 480 @60 31.47 59.94
Macintosh13” (640 × 480) 35.00 66.67
640 × 480 @75 37.50 75.00
852 × 480 @60 31.47 59.94
800 × 600 @60 37.88 60.32
800 × 600 @75 46.88 75.00
800 × 600 @85 53.67 85.08
Macintosh16” (832 × 624) 49.73 74.55
1,024 × 768 @60 48.36 60.00
1,024 × 768 @70 56.48 70.07
1,024 × 768 @75 60.02 75.03
1,024 × 768 @85 68.68 85.00
Macintosh 21” (1,152 × 870) 68.68 75.06
1,280 × 1,024 @60 63.98 60.02
1,366 × 768 @60 48.36 60.00

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Note

Signals other than above may not be displayed properly.

The above signals are reformatted for optimal viewing on your display.

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Care and Cleaning

First, unplug the Power cord plug from the wall outlet.

Display panel

The front of the display panel has been specially treated. Wipe the panel surface gently using only a cleaning cloth or a soft, lint­free cloth.

If the surface is particularly dirty, soak a soft, lint-free cloth in diluted mild liquid dish soap (1 part mild liquid dish soap diluted

by 100 times the amount of water) and then wring the cloth to remove excess liquid. Use this cloth to wipe the surface of the
display panel, then wipe it evenly with a dry cloth of the same type until the surface is dry.

Do not scratch or hit the surface of the panel with fingernails or other hard objects. Furthermore, avoid contact with volatile

substances such as insect sprays, solvents, and thinner; otherwise, the quality of the surface may be adversely affected.

Cabinet

If the cabinet becomes dirty, wipe it with a soft, dry cloth.

If the cabinet is particularly dirty, soak the cloth in a weak mild liquid dish soap and then wring the cloth dry.

Use this cloth to wipe the cabinet and then wipe it dry with a dry cloth.

Do not allow any mild liquid dish soap to come into direct contact with the surface of the Plasma TV.

If water droplets get inside the unit, operating problems may result.

Avoid contact with volatile substances such as insect sprays, solvents, and thinner; otherwise, the quality of the cabinet surface

may be adversely affected or the coating may peel off. Furthermore, do not leave it for long periods in contact with articles made
from rubber or PVC.

Pedestal

Cleaning

Wipe the surfaces with a soft, dry cloth. If the unit is particularly dirty, clean it using a cloth soaked with water to

which a small amount of mild liquid dish soap has been added and then wipe with a dry cloth.

Do not use products such as solvents, thinner, or household wax for cleaning, as they can damage the surface

coating. (If using a chemically-treated cloth, follow the instructions supplied with the cloth.)

Do not attach sticky tape or labels, as they can make the surface of the pedestal dirty. Do not allow long-term

contact with rubber, vinyl products, or the like. (Doing so will cause deterioration.)

Wireless Unit (Receiver and Transmitter)

Wipe the glossy surface of Transmitter and Receiver gently with the Cleaning cloth (included).

PC Input Terminals Connection

Computer signals which can be input are those with a horizontal scanning frequency of 15 to 110 kHz and vertical scanning frequency

of 48 to 120 Hz. (However, the image will not be displayed properly if the signals exceed 1,200 lines.)
Some PC models cannot be connected to the set.
There is no need to use an adapter for computers with IBM PC/AT compatible D-sub 15P terminal.
The maximum resolution: 1,280 × 1,024

If the display resolution exceeds these maximums, it may not be possible to show fine detail with sufficient clarity.
Signal Names for D-sub 15P Connector

Pin No.

Signal Name

Pin No.

Signal Name

Pin No.

Signal Name
R GND (Ground) NC (not connected)
G GND (Ground) NC
B GND (Ground) HD/SYNC

NC (not connected) NC (not connected) VD

GND (Ground) GND (Ground) NC

Pin Layout for PC Input Terminal

15.0 ” (379 mm)

17.0 ” (430 mm)

4.4 ” (110 mm) 2.8 ”
(70 mm)

1.9 ”

(46 mm)

1.0 ” (25 mm)

2.4 ”
(60 mm)

2.4 ”
(59 mm)

56.3 ” (1,428 mm)

9.5 ”

(240 mm)

10.6 ”

(268 mm)

7.5 ”

(190 mm)

5.1 ”

(128 mm)

1.7 ”

(43 mm)

32.3 ” (820 mm)

35.2 ” (893 mm)

19.7 ”

(500 mm)

9.5 ” (240 mm)

9.9 ” (249 mm)

5.3 ” (133 mm)

2.8 ” (69 mm)

4.8 ” (120 mm)

51.3” (1,302 mm)

1514131211

67839

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2

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Specifications

15.0 ” (379 mm)

17.0 ” (430 mm)

4.4 ” (110 mm) 2.8 ”
(70 mm)

1.9 ”

(46 mm)

1.0 ” (25 mm)

2.4 ”
(60 mm)

2.4 ”
(59 mm)

56.3 ” (1,428 mm)

9.5 ”

(240 mm)

10.6 ”

(268 mm)

7.5 ”

(190 mm)

5.1 ”

(128 mm)

1.7 ”

(43 mm)

32.3 ” (820 mm)

35.2 ” (893 mm)

19.7 ”

(500 mm)

9.5 ” (240 mm)

9.9 ” (249 mm)

5.3 ” (133 mm)

2.8 ” (69 mm)

4.8 ” (120 mm)

51.3” (1,302 mm)

Power Source AC 120 V, 60 Hz

Power

Consumption

Maximum

Standby condition Display Unit: 0.2 W / Tuner Box: 0.2 W

Plasma

Display panel

Drive method AC type
Aspect Ratio 16:9
Visible screen size

(W × H × Diagonal)
(No. of pixels)

Sound

Audio Output 20 W [10 W + 10 W] (10 % THD)

Display Unit: 476 W / Tuner Box: 35 W
(Wireless Unit (Receiver) 12 W / Wireless Unit (Transmitter) 10 W)

54 ” class (54.1 inches measured diagonally)

47.1 ” × 26.5 ” × 54.1 ” (1,198 mm × 673 mm × 1,374 mm)
2,073,600 (1,920 (W) × 1,080 (H)) [5,760 × 1,080 dots]

TC-P54Z1

PC signals

Horizontal scanning frequency 31 - 69 kHz
Vertical scanning frequency 59 - 86 Hz

VGA, SVGA, XGA, WXGA, SXGA

Channel Capability
(Digital/Analog)

Operating Conditions

VHF/UHF: 2 - 69, CATV: 1 - 135
Temperature: 32 °F – 104 °F (0 °C – 40 °C)

Humidity: 20 % – 80 % RH (non-condensing)
VIDEO: RCA PIN Type × 1 1.0 V [p-p] (75 Ω)

VIDEO IN 1-2

Connection Terminals

S-VIDEO: Mini DIN 4-pin Y: 1.0 V [p-p] (75 Ω) C: 0.286 V [p-p] (75 Ω)
AUDIO L-R: RCA PIN Type × 2 0.5 V [rms]

Y: 1.0 V [p-p] (including synchronization)

COMPONENT IN 1-2

B, PR: ±0.35 V [p-p]

P
AUDIO L-R: RCA PIN Type × 2 0.5 V [rms]

HDMI 1-4

PC

TYPE A Connector × 4

This TV supports “HDAVI Control 4” function.

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D-SUB 15PIN: R,G,B / 0.7 V [p-p] (75 Ω)
HD, VD / 1.0 - 5.0 V [p-p] (high impedance)

RS232C (Serial) D-sub 9pin for external control
LAN (for VIERA CAST IPTV)

RJ45 (10BASE-T/100BASE-TX)

Card slot SD CARD slot × 1
DIGITAL AUDIO OUT PCM / Dolby Digital, Fiber Optic

3D Y/C FILTER CLOSED CAPTION

FEATURES

Display

Unit

( W × H × D )

Dimensions

Including pedestal
Display Unit only

V-Chip IPTV (VIERA CAST)
Photo viewer Movie player HDAVI Control 4

56.3 ” × 35.2 ” × 15.0 ” (1,428 mm × 893 mm × 379 mm)

56.3 ” × 32.3 ” × 1.0 ” (1,428 mm × 820 mm × 25 mm)

Tuner Box 17.0 ” × 2.4 ” × 9.5 ” (430 mm × 59 mm × 240 mm)
Wireless Unit (Transmitter)

Wireless Unit (Receiver)

Display

Unit

Including pedestal

Mass

Display Unit only

Tuner Box 6.7 lb (3.0
Wireless Unit (Transmitter)

Wireless Unit (Receiver)

7.5 ” × 2.8 ” × 2.8 ” (190 mm × 69 mm × 70 mm)

5.1 ” × 5.3 ” × 1.9 ” (128 mm × 133 mm × 46 mm)

83.8 lb (38.0

70.6 lb (32.0

)
)

)

0.7 lb (280 )

0.9 lb (400 )

[TC-P54Z1]
Display Unit Tuner Box Wireless Unit

Technical Information Care and Cleaning

Specifications

(Transmitter) (Receiver)

Note

Design and Specifications are subject to change without notice. Mass and Dimensions shown are approximate.
Dimensions and Mass are the values for a speaker installation.

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FAQ

Before requesting service or assistance, please follow these simple guides to resolve the problem.
If the problem still persists, please contact your local Panasonic dealer or Panasonic Service Center for assistance.
For details (p. 73, 74)
For additional assistance, please contact us via the website at:
www.panasonic.com/contactinfo
www.panasonic.ca

White spots or
shadow images
(noise)

Check the position, direction,

and connection of the
antenna.

Interference or
frozen digital
channels
(intermittent sound)

Change the direction of

antenna for digital channels.

Check “Signal meter” (p. 57).

If the signal is weak, check
the antenna and consult your
local dealer.

The remote control
does not work

Are the batteries installed

correctly? (p. 8)

Are the batteries new?

Pictures from external equipment
are distorted when the unit is
connected via HDMI

Is the HDMI cable connected properly? (p. 45, 62)
Turn Off the TV unit and equipment, then turn

them On again.
Check an input signal from the equipment. (p. 67)
Use equipment compliant with EIA/CEA-861/861B.

When the channel is changed on
an STB that is connected with
HDMI, “HDMI” may be displayed on
the top left of the screen

This is not a malfunction.

Recording does not start
immediately

Check the settings of the recorder. For details,

read the manual of the recorder.

When a wireless unit is used for
connection and a devise which supports
VIERA Link (such as DVD recorder
DIGA) is connected to a HDMI cable via
AV amplifier, image and audio may not
be output properly.

In this case, usage of the Panasonic SC-ZT1 is

recommended.

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If there is a problem with your TV, please refer to the table below to determine the symptoms, then carry out the
suggested check. If this does not solve the problem, please contact your local Panasonic dealer, quoting the model
number and serial number (both found on the rear of the TV).

Problem Actions

“Press any button to
return” moves on the
screen

Some spots remain
bright or dark

Chaotic image, noisy

Screen

No image can be
displayed

Only spots are displayed
instead of images

Neither image nor
sound is produced

The function to prevent “Image retention” is activated.

(Not a faulty symptom)

The screen saver is activated if the TV unit is not operated for

•

a certain time in SD mode.
“Image retention” (p. 7)

•

The Plasma panel is made up of a few million pixels and

is produced with advanced technology through an intricate
process. Sometimes a few pixels may be bright or dark.
These pixels do not indicate a defective panel and will
have no impact on the performance of the TV.

Check nearby electrical products

(car or motorcycle ignition systems, fluorescent lamp, etc.)

Check Picture menu (p. 40)
Check the cable connections. (p. 11-12, 15-18)
Check that the correct input has been selected. (p. 32)

Check the channel settings. (p. 56)
Check the antenna cables.

Is the AC power cord plugged into the outlet?
Is the TV unit turned On?
Check Picture menu (p. 40) and volume.
Check the AV cable connections. (p. 15-18)
Check that the correct input has been selected. (p. 32)

Frequently Asked Questions

Black Box appears

No sound is produced

Sound TV set

Sound is unusual

Unknown sound heard
1- Sounds from TV

cabinet
2- Whirring sound
3- Tick/Click sound
4- Buzzing sound

Parts of the TV set
become hot.

Change settings of Closed caption (CC). (p. 58)

Are the speakers’ cables connected correctly? (p. 62)
Is “Sound Mute” active? (p. 20)
Is the volume set to the minimum?
Is “TV speakers” set to “Off”? (p. 40)
Change “SAP” settings. (p. 25)

Check “HDMI 1 in”, “HDMI 2 in”, “HDMI 3 in” or “HDMI 4 in” settings. (p. 40)

Set “SAP” setting to “Stereo” or “Mono.”
Check the HDMI device connected to the unit.
Set the audio setting of the HDMI device to “Linear PCM.”
If digital sound connection has a problem,

select analog sound connection.

1-

Changes in the temperature and humidity of the room may cause
the TV’s cabinet to expand or contract and produce metallic
sounds. This is not a sign of faulty operation or a malfunction.

2- The TV may have a cooling fan that makes a soft whir.

This is not a sign of faulty operation or a malfunction.

3-

When the TV is powered on, an electrical component in the TV activates
producing a tick/click sound. This is not a sign of faulty operation or a malfunction.

4- Electrical circuits are active while the TV set is on.

This is not a sign of faulty operation or a malfunction.

Even when the temperature of parts of the front, top and

rear panels has risen, these temperature rises will not
pose any problems in terms of performance or quality.

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Limited Warranty Coverage

If your product does not work properly because of a defect in materials or workmanship, Panasonic Consumer
Electronics Company (referred to as “the warrantor”) will, for the length of the period indicated on the chart below,
which starts with the date of original purchase (“Limited Warranty period”), at its option either (a) repair your product
with new or refurbished parts, or (b) replace it with a new or a refurbished product. The decision to repair or replace
will be made by the warrantor.

During the “Labor” Limited Warranty period there will be no charge for labor. During the “Parts” Limited Warranty
period, there will be no charge for parts.
You must carry-in your product or arrange for on-site service during the Limited Warranty period. If non-rechargeable
batteries are included, they are not warranted. This Limited Warranty only applies to products purchased and
serviced in the United States or Puerto Rico. This Limited Warranty is extended only to the original purchaser and
only covers product purchased as new. A purchase receipt or other proof of the original purchase date is required for
Limited Warranty service.

On-Site or Carry-in Service

For On-Site or Carry-In Service in the United States and Puerto Rico call 1-877-95-VIERA (1-877-958-4372).
On-site service where applicable requires clear, complete and easy access to the product by the authorized servicer

and does not include removal or re-installation of an installed product. It is possible that certain on-site repairs will not
be completed on-site, but will require that the product or parts of the product, at the servicer’s discretion be removed
for shop diagnosis and/or repair and then returned.

Limited Warranty Limits And Exclusions

This Limited Warranty ONLY COVERS failures due to defects in materials or workmanship, and DOES NOT COVER
normal wear and tear or cosmetic damage, nor does it cover markings or retained images on the glass panel
resulting from viewing fixed images (including, among other things, non-expanded standard 4:3 pictures on wide
screen TV’s, or onscreen data in a stationary and fixed location). The Limited Warranty ALSO DOES NOT COVER
damages which occurred in shipment, or failures which are caused by products not supplied by the warrantor, or
failures which result from accidents, misuse, abuse, neglect, bug infestation, mishandling, misapplication, alteration,
faulty installation, set-up adjustments, misadjustment of consumer controls, improper maintenance, power line surge,
lightning damage, modification, or commercial use (such as in a hotel, office, restaurant, or other business), rental
use of the product, service by anyone other than a Factory Service Center or other Authorized Servicer, or damage
that is attributable to acts of God.

THERE ARE NO EXPRESS WARRANTIES EXCEPT AS LISTED UNDER “LIMITED WARRANTY COVERAGE”.
THE WARRANTOR IS NOT LIABLE FOR INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES RESULTING FROM
THE USE OF THIS PRODUCT, OR ARISING OUT OF ANY BREACH OF THIS LIMITED WARRANTY. (As

examples, this excludes damages for lost time, cost of having someone remove or re-install an installed unit if
applicable, or travel to and from the servicer. The items listed are not exclusive, but are for illustration only.) ALL

EXPRESS AND IMPLIED WARRANTIES, INCLUDING THE LIMITED WARRANTY OF MERCHANTABILITY, ARE
LIMITED TO THE PERIOD OF THE LIMITED WARRANTY.

Some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages, or limitations on how
long an implied Limited Warranty lasts, so the exclusions may not apply to you.

This Limited Warranty gives you specific legal rights and you may also have others rights which vary from state
to state. If a problem with this product develops during or after the Limited Warranty period, you may contact your
dealer or Service Center. If the problem is not handled to your satisfaction, then write to the warrantor’s Consumer
Affairs Department at the addresses listed for the warrantor.

PARTS AND SERVICE (INCLUDING COST OF AN ON-SITE SERVICE CALL, WHERE APPLICABLE) WHICH
ARE NOT COVERED BY THIS LIMITED WARRANTY ARE YOUR RESPONSIBILITY.

Limited Warranty (for U.S.A. and Puerto Rico only)

Panasonic Plasma Television

Limited Warranty

PANASONIC CONSUMER ELECTRONICS COMPANY,
DIVISION OF
PANASONIC CORPORATION OF NORTH AMERICA
One Panasonic Way
Secaucus, New Jersey 07094

PLASMA TV CATEGORIES PARTS LABOR SERVICE

Up to 37’ (diagonal)

1 (ONE) YEAR 1 (ONE) YEAR

Carry-In

42” (diagonal) and larger On-Site

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Customer Services Directory (for U.S.A. and Puerto Rico)

Customer Services Directory (United States and Puerto Rico)

Obtain Product Information and Operating Assistance; locate your nearest Dealer or Service Center;
purchase Parts and Accessories; or make Customer Service and Literature requests by visiting our Web
Site at:

http://www.panasonic.com/help

or, contact us via the web at:

http://www.panasonic.com/contactinfo

You may also contact us directly at:
1-877-95-VIERA (958-4372)
Monday-Friday 9 am-9 pm; Saturday-Sunday 10 am-7 pm, EST.

For hearing or speech impaired TTY users, TTY: 1-877-833-8855

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Customer Services Directory (for U.S.A. and Puerto Rico)

Accessory Purchases (United States and Puerto Rico)

Purchase Parts, Accessories and Instruction Books on line for all Panasonic Products by visiting our Web
Site at:

http://www.pstc.panasonic.com

or, send your request by E-mail to:

[e-mail]

You may also contact us directly at:
1-800-332-5368 (Phone) 1-800-237-9080 (Fax Only) (Monday - Friday 9 am to 9 pm, EST.)
Panasonic Service and Technology Company
20421 84th Avenue South,
Kent, WA 98032
(We Accept Visa, MasterCard, Discover Card, American Express, and Personal Checks)

Limited Warranty (for U.S.A. and Puerto Rico only)

For hearing or speech impaired TTY users, TTY: 1-866-605-1277

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ViV

A

TM

Operating Instructions

54” Class 1080p Plasma HDTV

(54.1 inches measured diagonally)

Model No.

TC-P54Z1

Quick Start Guide

(See page 8-24)

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

1-877-95-VIERA (958-4372)

or visit us at www.panasonic.com/contactinfo

English

For assistance (Canada), please call:

1-866-330-0014

or visit us at www.vieraconcierge.ca

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.

TQBC2488-1

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Limited Warranty (for Canada)

Panasonic Canada Inc.

PANASONIC PRODUCT - LIMITED WARRANTY

Panasonic Canada Inc. warrants this product to be free from defects in material and workmanship and agrees to
remedy any such defect for a period as stated below from the date of original purchase.

In-home Service will be carried out only to locations accessible by roads and within 50 km of an authorized
Panasonic service facility.

LIMIT ATIONS AND EXCLUSIONS

This warranty does not apply to products purchased outside Canada or to any product which has been improperly
installed, subjected to usage for which the product was not designed, misused or abused, damaged during shipping,
or which has been altered or repaired in any way that affects the reliability or detracts from the performance, nor
does it cover any product which is used commercially. Dry cell batteries are also excluded from coverage under this
warranty.
This warranty is extended to the original end user purchaser only. A purchase receipt or other proof of date of original
purchase is required before warranty service is performed.

THIS EXPRESS, LIMITED WARRANTY IS IN LIEU OF ALL OTHER WARRANTIES, EXPRESS OR IMPLIED,
INCLUDING ANY IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE.
IN NO EVENT WILL PANASONIC CANADA INC. BE LIABLE FOR ANY SPECIAL, INDIRECT OR CONSEQUENTIAL
DAMAGES.

In certain instances, some jurisdictions do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential
damages, or the exclusion of implied warranties, so the above limitations and exclusions may not be applicable.

In-home service requires clear, complete and easy access to the product by the Authorized Servicentre and does not
include removal or re-installation of an installed product. If removal is required to service the product, it will be at the
discretion of the Servicentre and in no event will Panasonic Canada Inc. or the Servicentre be liable for any special,
indirect or consequential damages.

WARRANTY SERVICE

For product operation and information assistance, please contact:

Our Customer Care Centre: 1-800 #: 1-866-330-0014
Email link: www.vieraconcierge.ca

FOR PRODUCT REPAIRS, please contact Viera Customer Care Agent using the above contact info.

IF YOU SHIP THE PRODUCT TO A SERVICENTRE

Carefully pack and send prepaid, adequately insured and preferably in the original carton.

Include details of the defect claimed, and proof of date of original purchase.

Viera TV (42” & over) In-home service One (1) year, parts (including panel) and labour.
Viera TV (under 42”) Carry-in service One (1) year, parts (including panel) and labour.

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Customer’s Record

The model number and serial number of this product can be found on its back cover. You should note this serial
number in the space provided below and retain this book, plus your purchase receipt, as a permanent record of your
purchase to aid in identification in the event of theft or loss, and for Warranty Service purposes.

Model Number Serial Number

Web Site: http://panasonic.net/

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