Panasonic TH-42PX600B, TH-37PX600B User Manual

Operating Instructions

Plasma Television

English

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.

U.K. Standard

Printed in Czech Republic

Model No. TH-37PX600B

TH-42PX600B TH-50PX600B

Customer’s Record

The model number and serial number of this product may be found on its rear panel. 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

Licence

Trademark Credits

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DVB is a trademark of the DVB Digital Video Broadcasting Project (1991 to 1996).

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VGA is a trademark of International Business Machines Corporation.

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Macintosh is a registered trademark of Apple Computer, USA.

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S-VGA is a registered trademark of the Video Electronics Standard Association.

Even if no special notation

has been made of company or product trademarks, these trademarks have been fully respected.

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SD Logo is a trademark.

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HDMI, the HDMI Logo and High-Definition Multimedia Interface are trademarks or registered trademarks of HDMI Licensing LLC.

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TruSurround XT, SRS and symbol are trademarks of SRS Labs, Inc.

TruSurround XT technology is incorporated under license from SRS Labs, Inc.

Information on Disposal for Users of W aste Electrical & Electronic Equipment

(private households)

T his s ymbol on t he produ cts and / or a cc ompan y ing do c umen ts means t ha t u s ed ele ct rical an d electronic products should not be mixed with general household waste. For proper treatment, recovery and recycling, please take these products to designated collection points, where they will be accepted on a free of charge basis. Alternativel y , in some countries you may be able to return your products to your local retailer upon the purchase of an equivalent new product. Di s posing o f t hi s produc t c orrec t ly will help t o s ave v aluable resources and pre v en t any po t en t ial nega t iv e

effects waste handling. Please contact your local authority for further details of your nearest designated collection point. Penalties may be applicable for incorrect disposal of this waste, in accordance with national legislation.

For business users in the European Union

If you wish to discard electrical and electronic equipment, please contact your dealer or supplier for further information.

Information on Disposal in other Countries outside the European Union

This symbol is only valid in the European Union. If you wish to discard this product, please contact your local authorities or dealer and ask for the correct method of disposal.

human health and the environment which could otherwise arise from inappropriate

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Viewing Advanced FAQs, etc.Quick Start Guide

Contents

Turn your living room into a home theatre!

Experience an amazing level of multi-media excitement

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

(Warning & Caution)

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

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Maintenance ··············································· 5

Be Sure to Read

Basic Features

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Watching TV ·············································· 12

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Using TV Guide (DVB) ······························ 14

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Viewing Teletext ········································16

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Watching VCR, DVD and Satellites ··········19

Advanced Features

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How to Use Menu Functions ····················· 20

(picture, sound quality, etc.)

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DVB Settings (DVB) ·································· 26

(pay-TV, subtitles, etc.)

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Profile Edit / Child Lock (DVB) ·················· 28

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DVB Tuning Menu (DVB) ·························· 30

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Displaying PC Screen on TV ····················· 31

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Editing and Setting Channels (Analogue)

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Restore Settings ······································· 34

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Owner ID ··················································· 35

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Recording Controls ···································36

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Viewing from card

(MPEG4 Videos and photos) ····················· 38

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Recording to card ······································ 40

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Q-Link Functions ······································· 42

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HDMI Functions ········································43

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External Equipment ··································· 46

Enjoy your TV!

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Technical Information ································48

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FAQs ·························································51

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On screen messages ································ 53

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On screen messages (SD Card) ··············· 54

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Index ························································· 55

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Specifications ············································ 55

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Licence ······················································ 56

FAQs, etc.

Accessories/Options

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Identifying Controls

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Basic Connection

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Auto Setup

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Enjoy rich multi-media

Quick Start Guide

Receive terrestrial digital services using an integrated (Digital Video Broadcasting) tuner

(Display DVB programmes with TV Guide (p. 14) / Timer recording (p. 36) / Register and instantly call up favorite programmes with Profile Edit (p. 28))

Sharp pictures with HDMI terminal Control DVD recorder / VCR via TV with Q-Link connection

(p. 42)

Create home theatre and DVD recorder link-ups with "Control with HDMI" without complicated settings!

Trade Mark of the DVB Digital Video Broadcasting Project (1991 to 1996) TH-37PX600B Declaration of Conformity No 3982, 19th January 2006 TH-42PX600B Declaration of Conformity No 3981, 19th January 2006 TH-50PX600B Declaration of Conformity No 3980, 19th January 2006

Camcorder

Amplifier with Speaker system

VCR

DVD player

DVD recorder

Personal

computer

Satellite receiver

SD memory card

4 5

4 : 3

Safety Precautions

AC 220-240 V 50 / 60 Hz

Do not display a still picture for a long time

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.

To prevent after-image, the screen saver is automatically activated after a few minutes if no signals are sent or no operations are performed. (p. 51)

Electronic equipment In particular, do not place video equipment near the unit

(electromagnetic interference may distort images / sound). Equipment with an infrared sensor This TV also emits infrared rays (this may affect

operation of other equipment).

Keep the unit away from these equipment

Warning & Caution

Typical still images

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

Notes

IMPORTANT: THE MOULDED MAINS PLUG

FOR YOUR SAFETY, PLEASE READ THE FOLLOWING TEXT CAREFULLY.

The wire which is coloured GREEN-AND-YELLOW must be connected to the terminal in the mains plug which is marked with the letter E or by the Earth symbol

or coloured GREEN or GREEN-AND-YELLOW. The wire which is coloured BLUE must be connected to the terminal in the mains plug which is marked with the letter N or coloured BLACK. The wire which is coloured BROWN must be connected to the terminal in the mains plug which is marked with the letter L or coloured RED. How to replace the fuse. Open the fuse compartment with a screwdriver and replace the fuse.

As the colours of the wire in the mains lead of this appliance may not correspond with the coloured markings identifying the terminals in your mains plug, proceed as follows.

WARNING: – THIS APPARATUS MUST BE EARTHED. IMPORTANT: – The wires in this mains lead are coloured in accordance with the following code: –

Green-and-Yellow: Earth

Blue: Neutral Brown: Live

If a new mains plug is to be fitted, please observe the wiring code as shown below. If in any doubt, please consult a qualified electrician.

If the fitted moulded mains plug is unsuitable for the socket outlet in your home, then the fuse shall be removed and the mains plug cut off and disposed of safety. There is a danger of severe electrical shock if the cut off mains plug is inserted into any 13 amp socket.

If the mains plug contains a removable fuse cover, you must ensure that it is refitted when the fuse is replaced. If you lose the fuse cover the mains plug must not be used until a replacement cover is obtained. A replacement fuse cover may be purchased from your local Panasonic Dealer.

This appliance is supplied with a moulded three pin mains plug for your safety and convenience. A 5 amp fuse is fitted in this mains plug. Shall the fuse need to be replaced, please ensure that the replacement fuse has a rating of 5 amps and that it is approved by ASTA or BSI to BS1362.

Check for the ASTA mark

or the BSI mark on the body of the fuse.

Handling the mains plug

Ensure that the mains plug is easily accessible at all times. The On/Off switch on this model does not fully disconnect the TV from the mains supply. Remove the mains plug from the wall socket when the TV set is not used for a prolonged period of time. Ensure the grounding pin on the mains plug is securely connected to prevent electrical shock.

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

Note

If the set is not switched off when the TV station stops transmitting, it will automatically go to standby mode after 30 minutes. This function will operate only in Analogue TV mode.

Do not expose to direct sunlight and other sources of heat

Avoid exposing the TV set to direct sunlight and other sources of heat. To prevent fire never place any type of candle or naked flame on top or near the TV set.

Power source

This TV set is designed to operate on 220-240V, 50 / 60 Hz AC.

Display panel

Cabinet

Mains plug

Daily care:

Gently wipe the surface clean of dirt by using a soft cloth. Major contamination: Wipe the surface clean using a soft cloth dampened with clean water or water containing a small amount of neutral detergent. Then, using a soft dry cloth, evenly wipe the surface clean until it is dry.

Daily care: Wipe the surface clean using a soft dry cloth. Major contamination: Dampen a soft cloth with clean water or water containing a small amount of neutral detergent. Then, wring the cloth and wipe the surface clean with it. Finally, wipe the surface clean with a dry cloth.

Wipe the mains plug with a dry cloth at regular intervals. (Moisture and dust may lead to fire or electrical shock.)

First, remove the mains plug from the socket outlet.

Caution

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The surface of the display panel has been specially treated and may be easily damaged. Do not tap or scratch the surface with your fingernail or other hard object.

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Use care not to subject the surface to insect repellent, solvent, thinner, or other volatile substances (this may degrade surface quality).

Caution

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Use care not to subject the TV unit's surfaces to detergent. (A liquid inside the TV unit could lead to product failure.)

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Use care not to subject surfaces to insect repellent, solvent, thinner, or other volatile substances (this may deteriorate the surface by peeling the paint).

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Do not allow the cabinet to make contact with a rubber or PVC substance for a long time.

Maintenance

Allow sufficient space around the unit for radiated heat

(cm)

Do not remove the cover

Do not remove the rear cover as live parts are accessible when it is removed. There are no user serviceable parts inside.

Do not expose to rain or excessive moisture

To prevent damage which might result in electric shock or fire, do not expose this TV set to rain or excessive moisture.

This TV must not be exposed to dripping or

splashing water and objects filled with liquid, such as vases, must not be placed on top of or above the TV.

Do not block the rear ventilation openings

Ventilation should not be impeded by covering the ventilation openings with items such as newspapers, tablecloths and curtains.

Cabinet and display panel care

Remove the mains plug from the wall socket.

The cabinet and display panel can be cleaned

with a soft cloth moistened with mild detergent and water. Do not use solutions containing benzol or petroleum.

TV sets can produce static electricity, care must

be taken whenever touching the TV screen.

Use only the dedicated stands / mounting equipment

Using an unauthorized stand or other fixtures may make the unit shaky, risking injury. Be sure to ask your local Panasonic dealer to perform setup. Use optional stands / mounts (p. 6).

Do not place the TV on sloped or unstable surfaces

The TV may fall off or tip over.

ASA

Quick Start Guide

AV4

S-V V L R

Installing remote's batteries

Batteries for the Remote Control Transmitter

(2)

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R6 (UM3)

Identifying ControlsAccessories/Options

Clamper (2)

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TMME258

Mains Lead

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K2CT3DH00018

Pull open

Hook

Note the correct polarity (+ or -)

Snap open

Snap shut

Caution

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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 breakup batteries.

Remote Control Transmitter

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N2QAKB000059

Operating Instructions

Pan European Guarantee Card

1 Year Guarantee Registration

CRM (Customer Relationship Management)

Attaching the cable clampers

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Do not bundle the RF cable and mains lead together (could cause distorted image).

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Fix cables with clampers as necessary.

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

Function select

Increases or decreases the programme position by one. When a function is already displayed, press to increase or decrease the selected function. When in Standby mode, switches TV On.

MAINS Power On / Off switch

Lift door to open

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

(senses brightness to adjust picture quality in "Auto" viewing mode) (p. 23)

DVB LEDPower LED

Remote control signal receiver

STR (Normalisation store) (Stores tuning and other function settings)

TV/AV switch

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Volume / Contrast / Brightness / Colour /

Sharpness / Tint (NTSC mode) / Bass / Treble / Balance / Manual tuning (analogue mode) (p. 32)

Normalises (p. 22)

(Resets all settings to their default levels)

Cursor buttons to make selections and adjustments

Standard accessories

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Identifying Controls

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Accessories/Options

Check that you have the accessories and items shown

Remove from the TV unit

Push both side hooks and pull out

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Active for Timer Programming or Standby for Direct TV Recording

:orange (flash)

Timer Programming On :orange

Headphones jack (p. 46)

AV4 terminals (p. 46)

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Red light indicates Standby mode. When using the remote control, indicates the TV has received a command.

Pedestal Plasma TV stand

TY-ST50P600W

TY-S37PX600W

(TH-37PX600B)

TY-S42PX600W

(TH-42PX600B)

(TH-50PX600B)

TY-S50PX600W

(TH-50PX600B)

TY-ST42P600W

(TH-37PX600B, TH-42PX600B)

Optional accessories

SD CARD slot (p. 38)

Ferrite core

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J0KF00000018

Standby On / Off switch

(Switches TV On or Off standby)

Sound mute On / Off

Changes picture aspect ratio (p. 13)

TV Guide (p. 14)

Selects programmes in sequence

Subtitles

(p. 13) (To view subtitles)

Teletext (p. 16)

OK button to confirm selections and choices. Press after selecting programme positions 1 - 99 (0 - 9 in Analogue mode) to avoid delay.

VCR / DVD operations (p. 19)

Volume

Programme Information (p. 13)

Teletext Index (p. 18)

Still Picture (p. 13)

Coloured buttons used for the selection, navigation and operation of various functions.

EXIT (Returns to TV screen)

Switch between viewing TV or AV input.

(p. 19)

DIRECT TV Recording

To immediately record programme in VCR / DVD recorder with Q-Link connection

(p. 42)

MENU Press to access the Picture, Sound and Setup menus (p. 22 and p. 24)

Direct channel access Use together with numeric buttons to access analogue TV channels by entering UHF broadcast channel number.

(p. 12)

SD menu (p. 38 and p. 40)

SD Recording (p. 40)

Switches Timer recording On/Off (p. 36)

Switches DVB (digital broadcasting) / Analogue mode (p. 12)

Programme / channel change buttons (0-9) and Teletext page buttons.

(p. 12 and p. 16)

When in Standby mode, switches TV On.

Rear of the TV

Wall-hanging bracket (vertical)

TY-WK42PV3W

(angle)

TY-WK42PR3W

MULTI WINDOW (p. 13)

TH-37PX600B has horizontal direction.

IDTV

Quick Start Guide

RF OUT

RF IN

RF OUT

RF IN

RGB

VIDEO

S-VIDEO

AV1

VIDEO

S-VIDEO

RGB

VIDEO

AV3

(Q-Link)

AV2

(Q-Link)

COMPONENT

Basic Connection

DVD Recorder

or VCR

SCART cable (fully wired)

RF cable

Aerial

Mains lead (supplied)

Clamper

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To unfasten

Mains lead (supplied) Mains lead (supplied)

SCART cable (fully wired)

DVD Recorder or VCR

RF cable

Aerial Aerial

Rear of the TV Rear of the TV

SCART:

21 pin connection used for video, audio and switching signals (Also known as Euro SCART and Peritel) RF: Radio Frequency - Signal received from terrestrial aerial. RGB / S-Video / Video:

Choose between these three video formats depending on personal preference and equipment requirement.

(RGB - Red, Green and Blue) VCR: Video Cassette Recorder

Rear of the TV

Satellite receiver

External equipment and cables shown are not supplied with this TV. Please ensure that the TV is disconnected from the mains socket before attaching or disconnecting any leads.

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Basic Connection

SCART cable (fully wired)

Ex.

Connecting aerial (TV only)

Ex.

Connecting DVD Recorder (VCR) (TV, DVD Recorder and VCR

)

Note

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Connect to AV3 for a DVD Recorder / VCR supporting Q-Link (p. 42).

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Connect to AV1 for a Satellite receiver.

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If connecting the TV and Satellite receiver with SCART cable, you can watch satellite broadcast by RGB input signal.

Ex.

Connecting DVD Recorder (VCR) and Satellite receiver (

TV, DVD Recorder, VCR and satellite

)

AC 220-240 V 50 / 60 Hz

SCART cable (fully wired)

RF cable

AV1

AV2

(Q-Link)

AV3

(Q-Link)

COMPONENT

AV1

AV2

(Q-Link)

AV3

(Q-Link)

COMPONENT

RGB

VIDEO

S-VIDEO

RGB

VIDEO

S-VIDEO

RGB

VIDEO

S-VIDEO

RF OUT

RF IN

RGB

VIDEO

S-VIDEO

Quick Start Guide

Plug the TV into mains socket and switch On

(Takes a few seconds to be displayed)

Usable characters and numbers

(example: Owner ID)

On-screen operation guide will help you.

Auto Setup

Following the on-screen operation guide, enter your own choice of PIN number, name, etc.

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For detailed procedures

"Owner ID" (p. 35)

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Make a note of the PIN number in case you forget it.

Search and store TV channels automatically. These steps are not necessary if the setup has been completed your local dealer.

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When inputting owner ID

Auto Setup is now complete and your TV is ready for viewing.

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When inputting owner ID later

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You can now use the remote control to turn On the unit or turn the unit to standby mode. (Power LED: On)

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If you input the ID later

"Owner ID" (p. 35)

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If a compatible recording equipment with Q-Link or similar technologies (p. 42) is connected, analogue channel information is automatically downloaded to the equipment.

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Auto Setup will start to search for TV channels and store them.

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To check programme list at-a-glance

TV Guide (DVB) (p. 14) Programme Guide (Analogue) (p. 15)

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To edit analogue channels

"Programme edit" (p. 33)

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The sorted programme order depends upon the TV signal, the broadcasting system and reception conditions.

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ON SCREEN HELP Instructions box

used to open the main menus and to return to the previous menu

used to exit the menu system and return to the normal viewing screen

used to move the cursor and select menus

used to access menus, adjust levels or to select from a range of options

used to store settings after adjustments have been made or options have been set

Many features available on this TV can be accessed via the On Screen Display menu.

Note

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If tuning and downloading data have failed, perform

"Auto Setup"

(

p. 33).

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If you turned the TV Off during Standby mode last time, the TV will be in Standby mode when you turn the TV On with MAINS power On / Off switch.

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How to use remote control

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Auto Setup

Using the On Screen Displays

DVB Auto Setup

Please W ait !

Prog. Channel Service Name NetID. TS ID. Quality

BBC NEWS 24

BBCI

CBBC Channel

BBC Radio W ales

This will take about 3 mins.

BBC Radio Cymru

Exit

DOWNLOAD IN PROGRESS

PLEASE WAIT

Programme : 63

Remote control unavailable

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Owner ID

PIN NUMBER :

NAME :

HOUSE NO :

POSTCODE :

012345678 9

Change character Select character Store Owner ID Exit

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Y ou now have the opportunit y to enter your details an d help the police crack crim e see instruction boo k

Owner ID

PIN NUMBER :

HOUSE NO :

POSTCODE :

012345678 9

∗ ∗ ∗ ∗

NAME :

∗ ∗ ∗ ∗ ∗ ∗ ∗ ∗ ∗ ∗ ∗ ∗ ∗ ∗ ∗ ∗ ∗ ∗ ∗ ∗ ∗ ∗ ∗ ∗ ∗ ∗ ∗ ∗ ∗ ∗ ∗ ∗ ∗ ∗ ∗ ∗

Change character Select character Store Owner ID Exit

IDTV

Viewing

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In DVB

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To select programmes using TV Guide (p. 14)

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In Analogue

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To select a channel using programme guide (p. 15)

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To select a channel inputting the channel number, e.g. 39.

→ →

Watching TV

Select a channel

Volume

DVB

Analogue

1 CH_ _

Note

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To watch pay-TV (p. 27)

Select DVB (Digital Video Broadcasting) or Analogue

Information banner

Turn power on

BBC 1

Freeze / unfreeze picture

Hold

Display subtitles

Display / hide subtitles (if available)

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Other useful functions (Operate after )

MAINS power On / Off switch should be On. Picture will appear.

(Press for about 1 second)

down

Display information banner

Display programme information

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In DVB:

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In Analogue:

Displays analogue information for a few seconds.

Change aspect ratio

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Each press changes the mode.

While the bar is displayed

Auto aspect / 16:9 / 14:9 / 4:3 / Zoom1 / Zoom2 / Zoom3

Channel

Programme

Broadcast time

Current time

During scrambled broadcasting