Panasonic th-42px6 Operation Manual

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Operating Instructions

Digital High Definition Plasma Television

Manual de instrucciones

Televisor digital con pantalla de plasma de alta definición

TH-42PX6U
TH-50PX6U

Please read these instructions before operating your set and retain them for future reference.

The images shown in this manual are for illustrative purposes only.

Lea estas instrucciones antes de utilizar su televisor y guárdelas para consultarlas en el futuro.

Las imágenes mostradas en este manual tienen solamente fines ilustrativos.

TQB2AA0671-1

For assistance, please call : 1-888-VIEW-PTV (843-9788)

or contact us at www.panasonic.com/contactinfo

(U.S.A.)

For assistance, please call : 787-750-4300

or visit us at www.panasonic.com

(Puerto Rico)

Español

English

Para solicitar ayuda, llame al: 1-888-VIEW-PTV (843-9788)

ó visítenos en

www.panasonic.com/contactinfo

(EE.UU.)

Para solicitar ayuda, llame al: 787-750-4300

ó visítenos en www.panasonic.com

(Puerto Rico)

Model No.

Número de modelo

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Viewing Advanced FAQs, etc.Quick Start Guide

Experience an amazing level of multimedia
excitement

Turn your own living room into a movie theater!

Enjoy rich multimedia

Camcorder

Amplifier
Home theater unit

VCR DVD player

DVD recorder Set Top Box

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Watching TV ···············································13

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Watching Videos and DVDs ·······················15

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How to Use Menu Functions
(picture, sound quality, etc.) ·······················16

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Control with HDMI “HDAVI ControlTM” ········18

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Channel Lock ·············································22

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Editing and Setting Channels ····················24

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Input Labels/Closed Caption ······················26

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Using Timer ················································28

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Operating Peripheral Equipment ···············29

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Recommended A V Connections ················30

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Remote Control Operation/Code List ·········32

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Ratings List for Channel Lock ····················35

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Technical Information ·································36

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Maintenance ··············································39

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FAQ ····························································40

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Specifications ·············································42

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Limited Warranty (for U.S.A.) ·····················43

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

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Contents

Enjoy your TV !

Basic Features

Advanced Features

FAQs, etc.

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Safety Precautions ·······································4
(Warning/Caution)

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Notes ····························································5

Be Sure to Read

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Accessories/Options ······················· 6

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Connection ····························· 9

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Identifying Controls ······················· 10

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First Time Setup ·················1 1

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

Manufactured under license from Dolby Laboratories.

“Dolby” and the double-D symbols are trademarks of Dolby

Laboratories.

HDMI, the HDMI logo and High-Definition Multimedia Interface

are trademarks

or registered trademarks of HDMI Licensing LLC.

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Safety Precautions

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.

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

The lightning flash with
arrow-head within a triangle
is intended to tell the user
that parts inside the product
are a risk of electric shock to
persons.

The exclamation point within
a triangle is intended to
tell the user that important
operating and servicing
instructions are in the papers
with the appliance.

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

This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for an Other 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 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 Panasonic Service Center or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.

FCC STATEMENT

FCC Caution:
To assure continued compliance, use only shielded interface cables when connecting TV to peripheral devices.
Any changes or modifications not expressly approved by responsible party may cause harmful interference and could
void the user’s authority to operate this device.

WARNING/CAUTION

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

Typical still images

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Do not display a still picture for a long time

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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Setup

Notes

Responsible Party: Panasonic Corporation of North America

One Panasonic Way, Secaucus, NJ 07094

Contact Source: Panasonic Consumer Electronics Company

1-888-VIEW-PTV (843-9788)

email: [e-mail]

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.

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Set up

Do not place the Plasma TV on sloped or unstable surfaces.

The Plasma TV may fall off or tip over.

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.

This Plasma TV is for use only with the following
optional accessories. Use with any other type of optional
accessories may cause instability which could result in the
possibility of injury.

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

• Wall-hanging bracket (Vertical) TY-WK42PV3U

• Wall-hanging bracket (Angled) TY-WK42PR2U,
TY-WK42PR3U

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

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AC Power Supply Cord

The Plasma TV is designed to operate on 120 V AC, 50/60
Hz.
Securely insert the power cord plug as far as it will go.

If the plug is not fully inserted, heat may be generated which
could cause fire. If the plug is damaged or the wall socket
plate is loose, they should not be used.

Do not handle the power cord plug with wet hands.

Doing so may cause electric shocks.

Do not do anything that might damage the power cable.
When disconnecting the power cable, hold the plug, not the
cable.

Do not make any modifications to, place heavy objects on,
place near hot objects, heat, bend, twist or forcefully pull
the power cable. Doing so may cause damage to the power
cable which can cause fire or electric shock. If damage to the
cable is suspected, have it repaired at an Authorized Service
Center.

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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 cord immediately.

Continued use of the TV under these conditions might cause
fire or permanent damage to the unit. Have the TV evaluated
at an Authorized Service Center. Servicing of the TV by any
unauthorized personnel is strongly discouraged due to its high
voltage dangerous nature.

If water or foreign objects get inside the Plasma TV, if the
Plasma TV is dropped, or if the cabinet becomes damaged,
disconnect the power cord plug immediately.

A short may occur, which could cause fire. Contact an
Authorized Service Center for any repairs that need to be
made.

Do not cover the ventilation holes.

Doing so may cause the Plasma TV to overheat, which can
cause fire or damage to the Plasma TV.

If using the pedestal, leave a space of 3 15/16” (10 cm) or
more at the top, left and right, 2 3/8” (6 cm) or more at the
bottom, and 2 3/4” (7 cm) or more at the rear.

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When using 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.

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

Electric shocks can result if this is not done.

Clean the power cable regularly to prevent it from
becoming dusty.

Built-up dust on the power cord plug can increase humidity
which might damage the insulation and cause fire. Unplug the
cord from the wall outlet and clean it with a dry cloth.

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.
Do not climb up onto the television or use it as a step.
(Young children should be made particularly aware of this
caution.)

If the unit falls over or becomes damaged through misuse,
injury may result.

The TV will still consume some power as long as the power
cord is inserted into the wall outlet.

Channel number and other logos
Image displayed in 4:3 mode
Video game

Computer image

WARNING

CAUTION

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Quick Start Guide

Accessories/Options

Check you have all the items shown.

Accessories/Options

□

Batteries for the Remote
Control Transmitter

(2)

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AA Battery

□

AC cord

□

Remote Control
Transmitter

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EUR7737Z30

□

Cable clamper (2)

□

Pedestal

□

Antenna Adapter

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F-Type
for 5C-2V

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Operating Instructions

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Product Registration Card
(U.S.A.)

□

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

Accessories

Attaching the pedestal to the plasma television

Caution

Do not use any television or displays other than those given in this manual.

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

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

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

During setting-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 plasma television, and it might fall over and become damaged, and personal injury
may result.

Use the accessory fall-prevention brackets to secure the plasma television.

•

If the unit is knocked or children climb onto the pedestal with the Plasma TV installed, the plasma television may
fall over and personal injury may result.

Two or more people are required to install and remove the television.

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If two people are not present, the television may be dropped, and personal injury may result.

Accessories for pedestal assembly

1

Band (2)

2

Screw (2)

3

Wood screw (2)

4

Clamp (2)

Assembly screw (4)

(Silver screw)

B

Assembly screw (4)

(Black screw)

C

Pole (2)

D

Base (1)

Accessories for pedestal security

1

Assembling the pedestal

1. Installing the poles 2. Securing the poles

Insert the poles C into the left and right holes
in the underside of the base

D

so that they fit

securely as shown in the illustration above.

Use the assembly screws

to secure the poles

firmly to the bottom of the base.

Note

Forcing the assembly screws the wrong way will
strip the threads.

M5 x 20 M5 x 30

M4 x 10

Front

For 42˝, 50˝ Plasma
television (Outside)

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TBL2AX00041
(TH-42PX6U)

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TBL2AX00031
(TH-50PX6U)

Installing remote’s batteries

1

Open

Hook

2

Note the correct polarity (+ or -).

Close

Caution

•

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

Do not mix old and new batteries.
Do not mix different battery types (such as alkaline and manganese batteries).
Do not use rechargeable (Ni-Cd) batteries.

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Do not burn or break batteries.

•

Make a note of the remote control codes before changing batteries in case the codes are reset. (p. 29)

Wall-hanging bracket
(vertical)

•

TY-WK42PV3U

(angle)

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TY-WK42PR2U

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TY-WK42PR3U

Optional accessories

A

A

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9

Quick Start Guide

Connection

Accessories/Options

Y

P

B

PR

Y

P

B

PR

COMPONENT VIDEO

INPUT

INPUT 1 INPUT 2 OUTPUT

S VIDEO

12

L

R

VIDEO

AUDIO IN

DIGITAL
AUDIO
OUT

SERVICE
ONLY

ANT

2

Setting-up

3

Preventing the plasma television from falling over

* Carry out work on a horizontal and level surface.

Lift the television unit above the pedestal base,
with the back of the television unit on the same
side as the Pedestal No. label. Then align the
holes in the television unit with the poles of the
pedestal and lower the television unit into place.
Use the assembly screws B (M5 x 30) to fasten
securely.

Accessories/Options

Securing to a base. Securing to a wall.

* Remove the screws

at both top corners on
the rear side of the
plasma TV, and attach

the clamps

to the

plasma TV using the
removed screws.

* Use strong wire

or chain which is
commercially available
to secure the plasma
television to a solid
area of the wall or a
pillar.

Connection

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Watching TV

Back of the unit

Cable BOX

S-Video signals have
priority.

or

VHF/UHF aerial

DVD Recorder /
VCR

Fastener

•

To unfasten

AC cord
(Connect after
all the other
connections.)

Note

•

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

•

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

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

Connect either S Video cable or Video cable.

•

When receiving digital channel signals, all digital
formats are down-converted to composite NTSC
video to be output through the PROG.OUT
terminals.

•

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

•

Set the TV channel to CH3 or CH4 for using
Cable Box Connection.

Video recorder
with TV Tuner

To record TV shows

or

Remove the plasma television unit from its packing box, spread a clean blanket or other covering on a level
floor or stand, place the television on the floor or stand with its front panel facing down, and keep it like this
until installing it on the pedestal.

Securing the television unit

* The plasma TV must be fastened to both the base and the wall.

Pedestal No. label

Pedestal

Television unit

Rear

Front

Front

Wood
Worktop

Fasten with wood screws in the holes
in the back edge of the wood worktop.
If there are no holes, first drill them in
the middle of the thickness of the wood
worktop, and then fasten the strap with
wood screws.

• Securing method

Screws on main body

Do not remove this screw.

Attaching the Cable clampers

•

Do not bundle the RF cable and AC cord together (could
cause distorted image).

•

Fix cables with Cable clampers as necessary.

•

When using the optional accessory, follow the option’s
assembly manual to fix cables.

Snap open

Back of the TV unit

Snap shut

IN OUT

SERVICE
ONLY

ANT

DIGITAL
AUDIO
OUT

ANT IN

ANT OUT

S Video

OUT

Video

OUT

L

Audio

OUT

R

Video

IN

L

Audio

IN

R

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Quick Start Guide

First Time Setup

Identifying Controls

-

-

Identifying Controls

Power indicator Power on : Red

Power off : No Light

POWER button

Press to turn the TV’s main power on/off.

Switches TV to On or Standby
Sets the remote to communicate with

other equipment (p. 29)
Changes input signal (p. 15)

Display Main Menu (p. 16)

Sound mute On/Off
Changes aspect ratio (p. 14)

Switch to previously viewed channel
and input modes.

Selects channels in sequence

Sleep Timer (p. 28)

Remote control sensor

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

SAP (p. 13)

Exit menus

Select/OK/Change
RETURN (to previous menu)
Display or remove the channel banner

(p. 13)
Operate the Favorite channel list

function. (p. 14)

Numeric keypad to select any channel
or press to enter alphanumeric input in
menus. (p. 13)

Direct channel access for DTV and DBS
(p. 13)

Volume

External equipment operations (p. 32)
(VCRs, DVDs, etc.)

TV/VIDEO

Change the input mode.

Volume adjusters

Channel selectors

First Time Setup

“First time setup” is displayed only when the TV is turned on for the first time after the AC cord is inserted
into a wall outlet. Available only when “Auto power on” (p. 16) is set to “Off”.

Turn the TV On with the
POWER button

1

Select your language

2

Adjust the clock

3

next

select “Clock”

English Español Français

Date: Adjust the date
(Press and hold to change the month.)
Time: Adjust the time
(If the button is held, the speed of change increases.)

next

select

set
select item

Press to go to previous screen.
Or, select icon, then press OK for same results.

■

Press to exit

Note

•

To change setting
(Language/Clock/Auto
program) later, go to
Menu screen
(p. 16)

■

Press to return to
previous screen

(Continue to next page.)

POWER TV/VIDEO- VOL

+

CH

POWER

First time setup
Language

Clock
Auto program

Language
Language

English

-

First time setup

Language

Clock

Auto program

Clock
Date

Time

4 / 1 / 2006

9 : 43 AM

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Quick Start Guide Viewing

13

Watching TV

First Time Setup

Edit

- - -

2

Favorite

Apply

No

Yes

Add

-

-

3

First Time Setup

ANT In

Cable: Cable TV
Antenna: Antenna

Mode

All: digital and analog
Analog: analog only

(Reduces time
for scanning)

Auto channel setup

4

set
select

start

select “Start scan”

select “Apply”

ok

Start scanning the channels

Select “Auto program”

Select antenna and input modes

Confirm registered channels

•

Available channels (analog/digital)
are automatically set.

next

select

•

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

Watching TV

Switch to TV mode

1

2

up

down

or

Connect cable Box when watching cable TV. (p. 9)

Select a channel number

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To directly input the digital channel
number

-

example: CH15-1:

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Turn power on

•

POWER button on
unit should be On.

Rating Level

Picture
mode

Signal
resolution

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Other Useful Functions (Operate after )

•

0/30/60/90 (minutes)

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

Display or remove the channel banner.

■

Select Audio Mode for TV Viewing

•

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)

Channel Ending time Show title

Station
identifier

SAP

Aspect ratio

Sleep timer
remaining time

Clock

Sleep
Timer

Listen
with SAP

(Secondary
Audio
Program)

Information
Recall

•

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

Note

•

About broadcasting
systems

Analog: traditional TV

system

Digital: new system

that allows
you to view
more channels
featuring high­quality video
and sound

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Press to exit

First time setup

Language
Clock

Auto program

Auto program
ANT In

Mode
Start scan

Auto program

ANT In
Mode

Start scan

Now scanning analog channel ...

Progress

Cable

All

Cable

All

Audio track 1 of 1

(English)

15-2

ABC - HD

- 10:30

CC SAP

Andrew ’ s cooking show

T V -G

1080I

Standard

4 : 3

10:00 am

30

14

15

Viewing

Watching Videos and DVDs

Watching TV

VCR DVD

VCR Record Record

-

Open/Close

-

Skip Reverse/Forward
Rewind/Fast Forward Reverse/Forward
Stop Stop
Pause Pause
Play Play

Setting 1/3

[1]

[2]
[3]
[4]

Setting 1/3

[1] 26-1

[2]
[3]
[4]

Favorite 1/3

[1]

[2]
[3]
[4]

-

Video 1

VCR

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

Press to select the input of your
choice, then press “OK”.

•

If during selection, no action
is taken for several seconds,
the Input selection menu is
exited.

1 Display the channel to be placed on the Favorites list.
2 Hold down FAVORITE for several

seconds.

• Press FAVORITE repeatedly
to change between pages (1/3,
2/3, 3/3, or exit). Pressing ◄ ►
also changes the page.

3 Press ▲▼to highlight a position

on the list.
Then, press OK to memorize the
displayed CH in that position.

• You can also use the NUMBER
keys (1-9 and 0) to select the
recorded list numbers (1-9 and

0). By doing so, the numbers
will be directly recorded without
having to press the OK key.

•

To delete a favorite channel

A memorized channel can be removed from the list by

holding down FAVORITE while its position is highlighted.

•

Each press changes the mode.

•

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.

Change the aspect (p. 36)

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FAVORITE

Channel numbers registered in Favorite are displayed on the favorite

tune screen. Select the desired broadcast station with the cursor, or using
number keys. (see below)

Change
aspect
ratio

Call up
a favorite
channel

Set Favorite Feature Use Favorite Feature

select

ok

1 Press FAVORITE.

• Press FAVORITE repeatedly
to change between pages (1/3,
2/3, 3/3, or exit). Pressing ◄ ►
also changes the page.

2 Press ▲▼ or a Numbered key

(1-9 and 0) to highlight a channel
on the list.

• Selecting a channel number
from the list with the Number
keys will display the channel
directly.

3 Press OK to display the

highlighted channel.

select

ok

Watching Videos and DVDs

Some Panasonic equipment connected to the TV unit can be operated with the remote control.
Programming the remote control is necessary to operate other manufacturers’ products. (p. 29)

3

With VCR or DVD turned On

Switch to external input

Press to display the Input select menu.

1

2

Select the input mode

or

select

enter

(example)

Operate

the VCR or DVD with the remote control

Note

•

For details, see the
manual of the
equipment
or ask your local
dealer.

•

The terminal and label of the connected device is
indicated.

To label each of the connected devices (p. 26)

(For other operations, see p. 32.)

■

Press to return to
TV

(Initial screen)

Label Terminal

[example]

Watching TV

Note

•

Reselect “Cable” or “Antenna” in “ANT In” of “Auto program” to switch the signal reception between cable TV and
antenna. (p. 12)

•

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

Input select

[1] TV
[2] Component 1
[3] Component 2
[4] HDMI 1
[5] HDMI 2
[6] Video 1
[7] Video 2

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Advanced

How to Use Menu Functions

(picture, sound quality, etc.)

Menu

Item

Adjustments/Configurations (alternatives)

Picture

Normal

Resets all picture adjustments to factory default settings except for “Other adjust”

Pic. mode

Basic picture mode (Vivid/Standard/Cinema) (p. 38)

Picture, Brightness,
Color, Tint, Sharpness

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

+30

0
0

Picture
Brightness
Color

0

+10

Tint
Sharpness

Color temp

Selects level of warm colors (red) and cool colors (blue) (Warm/Cool/Normal)

Color mng.

On enhances green and blue color reproduction, especially outdoor scenes. (On/Off)

Zoom adjust

Adjusts vertical alignment and size when aspect setting is “ZOOM” (p. 36)

Other adjust

Video NR

Reduces noise, commonly called snow. Leave off when receiving a strong signal. (On/Off)

3D Y/C filter

Minimizes noise and cross-color in the picture. (On/Off)

Color matrix

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

SD: normal vision HD: high-definition vision
Only 480p signal accepted; regular TV (NTSC) is not available.

MPEG NR

Reduces noise of specific digital signals of DVD, STB, etc. (On/Off)

Black level

Select Dark or Light. Valid only for external input signals. (Dark/Light)

Audio

Normal

Reset Bass, Treble and Balance adjustments to factory default settings.

Bass

Increase or decrease the bass response.

Treble

Increase or decrease the treble response.

Balance

Emphasize the left / right speaker volume.

Other adjust

AI sound

Equalize overall volume levels across all channels and VIDEO inputs. (On/Off)

Surround

Enhances audio response when listening to stereo. (On/Off)

Speakers

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

“AI sound”, “Surround” and “Audio leveler” do not work if “Off” is selected

HDMI1 in
HDMI2 in

Selects according to the signal when HDMI is connected (Auto/Digital/Analog)

Auto: Automatically selects Analog / Digital signal

Audio leveler

Minimizes volume disparity after switching to external inputs

Timer

Sleep, Timer1-5

The TV can automatically turn On/Off at the designated date and time. (p. 28)

Lock

Locks the channels and programs (p. 22)

Setup

CH scan

Selects the channel with “Program up/down” button (Fav./All)

Fav.: Only channels registered as FAVORITE (p. 24)

Language

Selects the screen menu language (p. 11)

Clock

Adjusts the clock (p. 11)

Program channel

Sets channels (p. 24)

Input labels

Select the terminal and the label of the external equipment (p. 26)

CC

Displays subtitles (Closed Caption) (p. 26)

Other adjust

Auto power on

Turns TV On automatically when the cable box or a connected device is turned On (Set/Off)

The Sleep Timer and On / Off timer will not function if “Auto power on” is set.

Side bar

Increases the brightness of the side bar (Off/Dark/Mid/Bright) (4:3 mode only)

The recommended setting is Bright to prevent panel “after image”. (p. 38)

Prog-out stop

To prevent howling and image oscillation, stops output of the pictures and audio specified in this
menu. (p. 31) (Off/Comp.1/Comp.2/HDMI 1/HDMI 2/Video 1/Video 2)

Ctrl with HDMI

Controls equipment connected to HDMI terminals (p. 18) (On/Off)

“Power off link” and “Power on link” do not work if “Off” is selected.

Power off link

Sets “Power off link” of HDMI connection equipment (p. 18) (Set/No)

Power on link

Sets “Power on link” of HDMI connection equipment (p. 18) (Set/No)

About

Displays TV version and software license

Reset

Performing Reset will clear all items set with Setup, such as channel settings. (p. 24)

•

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

■

Press to return
to TV

■

Press to return
to the previous
screen

How to Use Menu Functions

Select the menu

Select the item

3

2

Adjust or select

4

adjust
or
select

1

select

next

select

Display menu

(example: Picture menu)

Various menus allow you to make settings for the picture, sound, and
other functions so that you can enjoy watching TV in your own way.

■

Menu list

(example: Picture menu)

•

Displays the functions that
can be set (varies according
to the input signal)

Menu

Picture

Audio
Timer
Lock
Setup

Picture 1/2

Normal
Pic. mode
Picture
Brightness
Color
Tint
Sharpness

No

Standard

+30

0
0
0

+10

Picture 1/2

Normal

Pic. mode

Picture
Brightness
Color
Tint
Sharpness

No

Standard

+30

+10

0
0
0

NoNormal

StandardPic. mode

CoolColor temp

OffColor mng.

Zoom adjust

Video NR Off

3D Y/C filter Off

Color matrix SD

MPEG NR Off
Black level Dark

SetNormal

+ 7Bass
+ 7Treble

OnAI sound

OffSurround

OnSpeakers

AutoHDMI1 in
AutoHDMI2 in

60Sleep

CH scan

Language

Clock
Program channel
Input labels
CC

Auto power on

Side bar

Prog-out stop

Ctrl with HDMI

Power off link
Power on link
About

Reset

All

Off

Bright

Off

On

Set
Set

0Balance

0Audio leveler

18

19

Advanced

Control with HDMI “HDAVI Control

TM

”

-

Menu

TV speakers

Picture
Audio

Lock
Setup

Timer

select

next

Control with HDMI “HDAVI Control

TM

”

∗

Simultaneously control all Panasonic “HDAVI Control” equipped components using

one-button on one remote.

Newer Panasonic audio-video products with HDMI output connections can be
controlled using the TV’s remote. Limited features such as home theater system
volume and automatic switching to the TV’s HDMI input are available.

•

This feature is limited to models incorporating Panasonic’s “Control with HDMI”. Refer to the
individual instruction manuals for compatibility information.

•

Non-HDMI-compliant cables cannot be utilized.

•

It is recommended that you use Panasonic’s HDMI cable.
Recommended part number: RP-CDHG15 (1.5 m), RP-CDHG30 (3.0 m), RP-CDHG50 (5.0 m)

■

Press to return to
TV

■

Press to return
to the previous
screen

Select “Setup”

Select “Other adjust”

3

Select “Ctrl with HDMI”

4

select

select

next

Display menu

Select “On”

5

change

Automatic
input
switching

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

•

For RAM theater, the speakers automatically switch to theater.
If using DIGA operation, the TV’s input automatically switches to DIGA and the DIGA menu is displayed.

Theater
speaker

You can control the theater speaker with TV’s remote control.
“Home theater” with speaker icon appears when a Panasonic “Control with HDMI” home theater system is
connected via the HDMI input (1 or 2).
Pressing the OK button toggles between TV and home theater volume control.

•

“Ctrl with HDMI” must be set to “On”.

•

Limited to newer Panasonic Home Theater, RAM theater and DIGA/DVD models with “Control with HDMI”.

Display menu
Select “Home theater” or “TV speakers”

■

Home theater:

Adjustment for Panasonic Amplifier, Panasonic Player theater, Panasonic RAM theater

•

When selecting “Home theater”, the sound of TV speakers is muted.

•

When “Home theater” is selected, the home theater volume control can be raised or lowered using the TV remote
volume button. The TV will display “Home Theater + / -” on screen.

•

If home theater/RAM theater/Player theater is currently off, selecting the “Home theater” option will automatically
turn the equipment on. See “Power on link” below.

•

If home theater/Player theater/RAM theater power is turned Off, speakers automatically switch to the TV.

Volume up / down

Mute

■

TV speakers:

The TV speakers are active.

change

1

2

Note

•

Before using HDMI control functions, the connected equipment (DIGA, RAM theater, Player theater, AV amp) must
also be set. For details, see the operation manual for each equipment.

•

For equipment connection details, see p. 20.

•

Default setting is “On”. If no HDMI equipment is connected
or standard HDMI equipment (non- “Control with HDMI”) is
used, set to “Off”.

Power on
link

When “Set” is selected, this allows for the TV to automatically turn on and switch to the appropriate HDMI input
whenever a “Control with HDMI” compatible DVD player/recorder is initially turned on and Play mode is selected.

Power off
link

When “Set” is selected, this allows for the TV to turn off and also turn off the connected home theater/
RAM theater/player theater and/or DIGA-DVD player.

One-touch
theater
playback

If the “ONE TOUCH PLAY” key is pressed on the AV amp or Player theater remote control, the following sequence of operations
is performed automatically.

Home theater/Player 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 theater.

Caution

•

The TV remains on even if the “Control with HDMI” compatible equipment is turned off.

Menu

Home theater
Picture
Audio
Timer
Lock

Setup

Setup
Other adjust

About
Reset

Menu

Home theater

Picture
Audio
Timer
Lock
Setup

Other adjust

Auto power on
Side bar
Prog-out stop

Ctrl with HDMI

Power off link
Power on link

Off
Off
Off

On
Set
Set

20

21

Advanced

Control with HDMI “HDAVI Control

TM

”

DIGITAL
AUDIO
OUT

SERVICE
ONLY

ANT

Note

•

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

Control with HDMI “HDAVI Control

TM

”

■

Setting of this unit after connection

After making connections as shown above, set “Ctrl with HDMI” (under “Other adjust”) to “On” using the Setup
menu. (p. 18).

Audio
IN

Audio CableHDMI cable

HDMI
(AV OUT)

HDMI
(AV OUT)

HDMI
(AV OUT)

Audio
IN

DIGA
(Panasonic DVD Recorder)

Panasonic RAM theater Panasonic Player theater

or or

■

Connecting this unit to a DVD recorder, RAM theater or Player theater

Follow the connection diagrams below for HDMI control of
a single AV piece of equipment such as a Panasonic DIGA­DVD recorder, RAM Theater or Player Theater system.
Refer to page 18 for Setup Menu settings and additional
control information.

Optional HDMI and/or optical cables are not provided.

If connection (or setting) of equipment compatible with HDMI
control is changed, switch the power of this unit Off then
On again while the power of all equipment is On (to this
unit to correctly recognize the connected equipment) and
check that DIGA, RAM theater and Player theater playback
operates.

Back of the unit

HDMI cable

■

Setting of this unit after connection

After making connections as shown above, set “Ctrl with HDMI” (under “Other adjust”) to “On” using the Setup
menu. (p. 18).

Note

Optic fiber

Digital audio input
(Optic)

HDMI (AV OUT)

HDMI (AV IN)

HDMI (AV OUT)

DIGA (Panasonic DVD Recorder)

HDMI cable

Panasonic AV amp

■

Connecting this unit to a DVD recorder and AV amp

When using an “Control with HDMI” audio-video amplifier and a compatible DIGA recorder, use a daisy chain
connection as shown below.

•

One AV amp and one DIGA can be operated
with this unit.

•

Be sure to connect the AV amp between this
unit and the DIGA.

•

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.)

Recommended HDMI Connections

•

For DIGA :

Connect with HDMI cable

•

For RAM theater and Player theater :
Connect with HDMI cable and audio cable.

Connect the TV’s PROG. OUT audio

(L&R) to listen to the TV program
through the theater system.

Note

•

HDMI 1 is recommended.

When connecting to HDMI 2, set the

input mode to HDMI 2 (p. 15) initially
before connecting to HDMI 2. After
connection, confirm the HDMI control
functions (p. 18-19).

Note

•

HDMI 1 is recommended.

When connecting to HDMI 2, set the input mode

to HDMI 2 (p. 15) initially before connecting to
HDMI 2. After connection, confirm the HDMI control
functions (p. 18-19).

SERVICE
ONLY

ANT

DIGITAL
AUDIO
OUT

22

23

Advanced

Channel Lock

Lock

Mode

Channel

CH

Channel lock
CH 1

CH 2

3 - 0

Lock

Mode
Channel

Program

Change password

CH

-

next

select

Block
program

Channel
Lock

Select channel to lock

select

“CH1-7”

select

channel

■

To set rating level

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

Select “Program”

Select the rating category you wish

to follow

set

select

Select the rating to be locked

select

Off 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

Example of “MPAA” (U.S movie ratings)

■

To disable recording of the locked program

Select “Monitor out” in “Program lock” menu ( )

•

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

•

To get other information (p. 35)

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

Select up to 7 (1-7) channels to be blocked out. These channels will be blocked out regardless
of the program rating.
Select “CH” in on p. 22

Select “Channel”

■

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

next

select

Channel Lock

Select “Lock”

2

next

select

select

Display menu

1

Input your 4-digit password

3

Select the Lock mode

4

■

Press to exit

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

Caution

•

Make a note of your
password in case
you forget it. (If you
have forgotten your
password, consult your
local dealer.)

•

For the first time, input the
number twice to register it.

Note

•

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

■

To change the password

In , select “Change password” and press “OK” button
Input the new 4-digit password twice

■

To cancel the “Channel lock”

Select “Off” in

•

Off: “Channel lock” not activated

•

All: Locks all channels and Video inputs

•

Game: Locks CH3, CH4, and Video inputs

•

CH: Locks specified channels (analog/digital)

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

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

On : Turns on the monitor terminal output for programs that

have been set to “Blocked.”

Off : Turns off the monitor terminal output for programs that

have been set to “Blocked.”

Note

•

The Off rating is independent of other ratings.

•

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

Menu

Picture
Audio
Timer

Lock

Setup

Enter password.

----

Lock
Mode

Channel
Program
Change password

Off

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

Monitor out

Program lock

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

Monitor out

On

Off

24

25

Advanced

Editing and Setting Channels

Edit

- - -

Apply

No

Add

Edit

CH

1

2

3

4

5

- - -

2

- - -

- - -

- - -

Favorite

Apply

- - -

- - -

- - -

- - -

Caption

No

Yes

No

No

No

Add

-

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

Select the station identifier

Select All or Analog
All: Analog and digital
Analog: Analog only

Settings are made
automatically

•

After completing the setting,
select “Apply”. (see below ).

•

All previous memorized
channels are erased.

set
select

Select “ANT In”
Select “Mode”

Select “Start scan”

Select “Edit”

Select the item to be edited

select item to edit

(Caption/Favorite/
Add)

next

Edit

•

Caption:

Changes the station identifier

•

Favorite:

Registers channel to Favorites List

•

Add:

Adds or deletes channels

start

select

(Select Cable or Antenna)

select
next

Caption

Favorite

Add

•

Caption

Preset

Caption detail

Rename (maximum 7 characters available)

Select the number

•

Favorite

Favorite

•

Add

•

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

Select “Apply”

Press to move cursor to
“Apply”

Signal intensity

select channel
ok

Editing and Setting Channels

Select “Setup”

2

Display menu

1

3

4

■

Press to exit

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

■

To reset the settings of Setup menu

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

button
Input your 4-digit password with number buttons
Select “Yes” on the confirmation screen and press

“OK” button

Set

5

Select “Program channel”

Select the function

Check
signal
strength

Signal

meter

Set
automatically

Auto

Set
manually

Manual

Use this procedure when changing setting of receiving channels or changing the channel display.
Also, use to add or delete channels from channel list manually.

Automatically searches and adds receivable channels to memory.

next

select

next

select

next

select

select

set/next

ok
(to enter
your
program)

select

next

•

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).

•

Effective only for digital antenna channels.

•

If “Channel lock” (p. 22) is activated and “Auto”, “Manual” or “Signal meter” is selected, “Enter password.” will be
displayed.

Menu

Picture
Audio
Timer
Lock

Setup

Setup

CH scan
Language

Clock

Program channel

Input labels
CC

All

Program channel

Auto

Manual

Signal meter

Auto program
ANT In

Mode
Start scan

Cable

All

Signal meter
CH

Signal strength

2 - 1

Auto program

ANT In
Mode

Start scan

Cable

All

Caption select
Preset

Caption detail

Favorite
Favorite

Apply

---

Apply

12

Current
Peak level

85 %
85 %

26

27

Advanced

Input Labels/Closed Caption

-

Video 1

VCR

■

To make more in-depth display settings in digital programs

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

The labels of devices connected to external input terminals can be indicated
for easy recognition on the screen. (In selecting input mode of p. 15

)

Select the terminal and the label of the external equipment

•

T erminals: Comp.1-2/HDMI1-2/
Video1-2

•

Label: SKIP*/VCR/DVD/CABLE/

■

To reset the settings

Select “CC reset” and press “OK” button

(1/3)

select
set

The television includes a built-in decoder that is capable or providing a visual display of the audio portion. The
program viewed must provide Closed Captioning (CC) for the television to display it. (p. 36)

■

Select the item and 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.)

DBS/PVR/GAME/AUX/[BLANK]
* If “SKIP” is selected for a non-connected terminal, its input

is skipped when switched with TV/VIDEO button.

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”

Input Labels/Closed Caption

Select “Setup”

2

next

select

Display menu

1

3

4

■

Press to exit

Set

Select “Input labels” or “CC”

Display
labels of
external
devices

Input labels

Display
Closed
Caption

CC

next

select

select
set

select
set

Label Terminal

[example]

•

The settings in “Analog” or “Digital”
depend on the broadcaster.

Menu

Picture
Audio
Timer
Lock

Setup

Setup

CH scan
Language

Clock
Program channel

Input labels

CC

Fav.

Input labels
Comp. 1
Comp. 2
HDMI 1
HDMI 2
Video 1
Video 2

CC

Mode
Analog

Digital

Digital setting
CC reset

SKIP
SKIP

DVD
AUX

VCR

SKIP

Off

CC1

Primary

Digital setting
Size

Automatic

Font

Automatic

Style

Automatic